Walt Disney is hiring: Character Designer - Unannounced Disney Series (Disney Te
Walt Disney, Burbank, CA, United States, 91520
Job Posting Title: Character Designer - Unannounced Disney Series (Disney Television Animation)
Req ID: 10112434
About the Role & Team
We're looking for an experienced Character Designer to join an unannounced series at Disney Television Animation!
What You Will Do
- Further the storytelling process by developing the look, personality and feel of the characters, while aligning with the tone and style of the show.
- Capture the personality and life of a character through their design and attire.
- Create turnarounds, special poses, mouth charts, and expression sheets and provide a clean pass of the final approved design.
- Work closely with the Art Director to review Storyboard for characters that need to be designed for each episode.
- Ensure that the high quality and style of show established by the Executive Producer and Art Director is achieved and maintained.
- Prepare all character designs for shipment to oversees vendor animation studios.
- Work closely with Art Director to resolve design issues and deadlines.
- Adhere to the production schedule provided by Line Producer to ensure cost effective, timely production.
- Additional duties as necessary, or as defined by individual contracts.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- A robust character design portfolio that includes turnarounds, mouth charts, expression sheets, costumes, and special poses.
- Proven ability to align with the style and sensibility of various shows.
- Ability to translate reference into 2D or 3D art.
- Knowledge of drawing software that includes Photoshop, Illustrator, and relevant 3D technology.
- Positive attitude with the ability to take creative feedback and address notes.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience working in a television animation pipeline
Education: The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of experience and/or training.
Job Location: Onsite in Glendale, CA
The pay rate for this role in California is $56.88 to $60.33 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Job Posting Segment: Disney Branded Television
Job Posting Primary Business: TVA Production
Primary Job Posting Category: Modeling
Employment Type: Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Burbank, CA, USA
Date Posted: 2025-02-03
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