WONDERLAND: The Overture
Project Overview
Wonderland is an animated series in development; an absurdist reimagining of Alice in Wonderland that begins not in a meadow or tea party, but a local retailer near you.
In this story, every fantasy land of myth exists as its own country— Candylands, Dreamlands, LalaLands, even the mythical (and possibly nonexistent) “New York.” Each have their own people, cultures, and histories. Among them lies the isolationist Wonderland: an island-nation at once ridiculed and revered, a place where logic falters and meaning doesn’t exist. Its only consistent entry point is in the wandering city of Elelín, on a train known only as The Rabbithole. It has no schedule, no ticketing, and no sense. Boarding it means surrendering to the extraordinary, and maybe (probably) never coming back.
At the heart of the story are Alice and her eccentric family, the Alices, who, while simply trying to cross Elelín for a family reunion, accidentally board the Rabbithole. A simple and awful mistake; they were late, and resigned to following a familiar stranger- Untitled, the strangely named Secretary of State to Wonderland’s President, the Queen of Hearts (who also goes by the grandiose name of Doctor Junior Senior). Their mistake? Boarding the wrong train. Though a distant relative, yes, Untitled boarded a train for his own very important date, too important to talk about, or explain, and the panicked Alices followed. Thus, instead of crossing Elelín, they’re whisked straight into Wonderland itself.
Trapped in Wonderland, the Alice family must navigate a land equal parts bewildering and profound. As they encounter Wonderland’s inhabitants and customs, they uncover truths that may not only reshape their perception of “nonsense” but reshape the course of history.
Wonderland is at once surreal adventure, political satire, and emotional exploration- a show where the strange becomes familiar, and the familiar is made strange again. Now in 3D!
Tone and Style?
Wonderland is where sharp-witted absurdist comedy meets colorful visuals. It’s chaotic, stupid, satirical: and at its heart, about pure fun, imagination, and being brought together by the dumbest humor. The show balances irreverence and meta-commentary, pushing characters through madness while grounding them in very real emotional stakes.
But why Wonderland?
Because fever dreams matter, and when a one-way ticket to madness pulls into the station, you’d be crazy not to board!
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We are seeking a talented and imaginative Concept Artist to help define the art style of a new animated cartoon currently in development. This is a key creative role; your work will shape the visual identity of the entire project.
We will need you to:
- Establish a cohesive visual style and produce style guides for production teams,
- collaborate with the creative team to establish the overall look and feel of the cartoon,
- create concept art for characters, environments, props, and visual motifs,
- develop style guides and reference sheets to ensure consistency across the project,
- … and iteratively incorporate feedback while maintaining a strong creative vision.
Qualifications are as follows:
- Strong portfolio demonstrating skill in character design, with at least one consistent & animation-friendly style.
- Experience with either 2D/3D digital art tools (Photoshop, Clip Studio, Procreate, Blender, etc.).
- Ability to adapt to a collaborative workflow and explore multiple styles before settling on the final direction.
- Prior experience in animation, comics, or game design is a plus, but not required.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has a passion for bringing unique characters and worlds to life.
- Can balance stylization with clarity for animation.
- Has a keen eye for color, shape language, and visual tone.
- Is excited to help invent an original cartoon from the ground up.
Details:
- Freelance/contract basis (with potential for continued collaboration).
- Work is remote (collaboration across time zones acceptable).
- The position will remain unpaid until it’s off the ground; at which point rates will be negotiated.
To apply, please submit your portfolio, CV or resume, and a short statement about why you’d be a good fit for this project.
- english
- procreate
- blender
- 2d art
- adobe photoshop
- clip studio
- adobe illustrator
- 2d animation
- 2d animator
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We are seeking a passionate Storyboard Artist to join our animated series in development. The ideal candidate will be able to adapt to an established visual style and create rough concepts that communicate shot composition, pacing, and character blocking. This role will start as purely conceptual— renewing it will be negotiated once we enter the later stages of development.
We will need you to:
- Translate scripts and thumbnails into conceptual storyboards,
- generate rough panels that establish composition, staging, and movement,
- work within an established art style to ensure consistency across the project,
- collaborate closely with writers, directors, and the concept artist to refine visual storytelling,
- … and revise boards based on creative feedback, while maintaining production deadlines.
Qualifications are as follows:
- Strong portfolio demonstrating experience in storyboarding, sequential art, or comics.
- Proficiency with digital art tools for storyboarding (e.g., Toon Boom Storyboard Pro, Photoshop, Clip Studio).
- Strong sense of cinematic composition, timing, and visual flow.
- Ability to adapt to an evolving art style and maintain consistency across panels.
- Experience in animation or related fields preferred.
Details:
- Freelance/contract basis (with potential for continued collaboration).
- Work is remote (collaboration across time zones acceptable).
- The position will remain unpaid until it’s off the ground; at which point rates will be negotiated.
To apply, your storyboard portfolio, CV or resume, and a short note describing your visual storytelling approach and why you think you’d fit for this project.
- english
- 2d animation
- 2d animator
- Toon boom
- adobe photoshop
- clip studio
- 2d art
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We are seeking a Writing Advisor to support the narrative development of an original animated series. The creative team has established the larger story framework, and this role will focus on providing professional, artistic guidance on story structure, character arcs, dialogue, and the finer worldbuilding details. Our Writing Advisor will act as a consultant, helping the team refine material when challenges arise.
We will need you to…
- Review scripts, outlines, and story direction to identify opportunities for improvement
- provide feedback on dialogue, pacing, and tone to ensure consistency with the project’s creative vision,
- offer guidance on narrative mechanics, character development, and worldbuilding details,
- collaborate with the writing team in brainstorming solutions when narrative roadblocks occur,
- … and contribute professional insight into the storytelling process without overriding the existing creative direction.
Qualifications are as follows:
- Strong background in screenwriting, script editing, or story consulting.
- Demonstrated knowledge of narrative structure and character-driven storytelling.
- Familiarity with animation writing is strongly preferred.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to give constructive, actionable feedback.
- Experience in collaborative writing environments.
Details:
- Freelance/contract basis (with potential for continued collaboration).
- Work is remote (collaboration across time zones acceptable).
- The position will remain unpaid until it’s off the ground; at which point rates will be negotiated.
To apply, please submit a writing sample or portfolio, CV or resume, and a short statement about your experience with story development and what you could bring to the project.
- english
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