Hi, I’m Mattia Genovasi, a versatile 2D Background Artist and Concept Illustrator with a strong foundation in traditional art, scene composition, perspective, color theory, and lighting. I’ve collaborated with Netflix, BBC, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney, delivering accurate backgrounds, consistent visual language, and a clear artistic vision while remaining open to feedback and adapting to different studios and styles. As Lead 2D Background Artist at Rainbow S.p.A., I manage projects like Mermaid’s: Magic of the Deep and Winx – Reboot, directing a team of three artists and coordinating with external studios to ensure efficient workflows and timely deliveries. My ongoing work includes Pinocchio and Friends, Hazbin Hotel 2, and other productions, always aiming for cohesive art direction and high-quality visuals.

Mattia Genovasi

Hi, I’m Mattia Genovasi, a versatile 2D Background Artist and Concept Illustrator with a strong foundation in traditional art, scene composition, perspective, color theory, and lighting. I’ve collaborated with Netflix, BBC, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney, delivering accurate backgrounds, consistent visual language, and a clear artistic vision while remaining open to feedback and adapting to different studios and styles. As Lead 2D Background Artist at Rainbow S.p.A., I manage projects like Mermaid’s: Magic of the Deep and Winx – Reboot, directing a team of three artists and coordinating with external studios to ensure efficient workflows and timely deliveries. My ongoing work includes Pinocchio and Friends, Hazbin Hotel 2, and other productions, always aiming for cohesive art direction and high-quality visuals.

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Hi, I’m Mattia Genovasi, a versatile 2D Background Artist and Concept Illustrator with a strong foundation in traditional art, scene composition, perspective, color theory, and lighting. I’ve collaborated with Netflix, BBC, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney, delivering accurate backgrounds, consistent visual language, and a clear artistic vision while remaining open to feedback and adapting to different studios and styles.

As Lead 2D Background Artist at Rainbow S.p.A., I manage projects like Mermaid’s: Magic of the Deep and Winx – Reboot, directing a team of three artists and coordinating with external studios to ensure efficient workflows and timely deliveries. My ongoing work includes Pinocchio and Friends, Hazbin Hotel 2, and other productions, always aiming for cohesive art direction and high-quality visuals.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead 2D Background Artist at Rainbow S.p.A.
January 1, 2022 - November 12, 2025
As Lead 2D Background Artist, I manage a team of 3 artists, ensuring efficient workflows and timely deliveries. I oversee planning, modeling, texturing, and layout to support animation pipelines. Key projects include Mermaid’s: Magic of the Deep (Netflix, 2024), Pinocchio and Friends (BBC Kids, Rai YoYo, 2021–ongoing), Winx - The Reboot (Netflix, 2025), and Gormiti - The Reboot (Netflix, 2024). I coordinate with external studios and production teams to align on artistic vision, and archive assets with consistent naming conventions. I adapt to various styles, welcome feedback, and maintain high-quality visuals across scenes.
2D Background Artist at Doghead Animation
March 31, 2025 - March 31, 2025
2D Background Artist on Hazbin Hotel 2 (Amazon Prime Video, 2025). Worked on episodes 202, 204, 206, 208, collaborating closely with the animation studio and Princess Bento to deliver background layouts, textures, and lighting that support dynamic storytelling.
Colorist / Prop Designer / UI Artist at Newbies Lime Games
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Colorist, Prop Designer, CHD Designer, and UI Artist for the video game project DID: Deep, Island and Dark, including Kickstarter 2021. Collaborated on color palettes, props, and UI assets to support gameplay and narrative visuals.
Lead 2D Background Artist at Rainbows S.p.A.
January 1, 2022 - November 12, 2025
Manage projects, lead a team of artists, ensure efficient workflows and timely deliveries. Collaborated with external studios and multiple production areas (modeling, texturing, etc.). Open to feedback; organized and archived files; maintained artistic vision across scenes.
Colorist / Prop Designer / CHD Designer / UI Artist at Newbies Lime Games
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Worked on DID: Deep, Island and Dark for video game production; ensured consistent art style across assets; collaborated with animation studios; contributed as colorist, prop designer, CHD designer, and UI artist.
2D Background Artist (Mid Level) at Doghead Animation
March 2, 2025 - March 2, 2025
Worked on Hazbin Hotel 2 episodes; collaborated closely with the animation studio; contributed to background art and asset integration for Hazbin Hotel 2 on Amazon Prime Video (2025).
2D Background Artist (Mid-level) at Dogghead Animation
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Worked on Hazbin Hotel 2 for Amazon Prime Video (2025), episodes 202, 204, 206, and 208, collaborating closely with the animation studio Princess Bento to deliver consistent background art.
Colorist / Prop Designer / UI Artist / CHD Designer at Newbies Lime Games
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Colorist, prop designer, CHD designer, and UI artist on 'DID: Deep, Island and Dark' (Video game, Kickstarter 2021), ensuring a cohesive asset look and meeting production timelines.

Education

Diploma in Comic Art & Animation at Lecce Academy of Comic Art and Animation
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
at Lecce Academy of Comic Art and Animation
January 11, 2030 - November 12, 2025
Course in Comic Art and Animation at Lecce Academy of Comic Art and Animation
January 11, 2030 - November 12, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Software & Internet, Education