Reading Time: 5 minutesWhat is a BACKGROUND ARTIST? DEFINITION & MEANING A background artist is responsible for painting, designing, or building the visual environments seen behind characters. In animation and visual effects, they create immersive worlds. In live-action, they’re often matte painters working either analog or digitally. What does a background artist do? Background artists make the world… Continue reading What is a Background Artist? Roles in Animation & Film Explained