Location Design Lead - Disney Television Animation
disneyGlendale, CA
$74.68 to $82.15 per hourAPPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)
Location Design Lead - Disney Television Animation
disneyGlendale, CA
yesterday
Industries
Motion Picture and Video ProductionOther Specialized Design ServicesTeleproduction and Other Postproduction Services$74.68 to $82.15 per hour
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Location Design Lead - Disney Television Animation
About this Role and our Studio
Disney Television Animation(DTVA)has over 40 years of legacy as a top producer of kids & family entertainment. Our work is integralto The Walt Disney Company, bringing Disney-branded characters and stories to families' homes across the globe.
DTVA createsboth long-form and short-form content spanningtraditional2D, rig-based 2D, CG (preschool), CG (premium), and stop-motion. We createshows ina broad range of unique and innovative styles, and we aim to match the right talent with the right production in terms of skill and artistic style.
Bysubmittingan applicationfor this Location Design Leadrole, youmaybeconsideredforany Location Design Lead positions that arise until theexpirationdate provided.
Applications submitted to this job posting will remain valid until December 31, 2026.
Whatyou willdo
This is a key leadership role that partners with the Executive Producer(s), ArtDirectorandProducer to execute the creative vision of the series. TheLocation DesignLead will work directly with the team to ensure a quality and consistency of style throughout the series.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with Art Director and/orBackground PaintLeadto applyand execute line, shape, and detailsto approved background designs
Location Design Leadwilltouch basewith other Location Designerskeeping things on style prior to review with Art Director
Work with Production and Art Director in breaking down Location Design needs for each episode
Assignand distribute Location Design assignments if Art Director is unavailable
Helpmanage re-use and re-use library
AssistArt Director onmanaging, executionordistributionof revisions afterartreviews
Further the storytelling process usingcomposition, perspective, and staging
Adhere to the production schedule provided by Producer to ensure cost effective, timelyproduction
Ensure that the high quality and style of showestablishedby the Executive Producer(s)and Art Director is achieved andmaintained.
Communicate feedback toLocation Designers, alongside Art Director orwhen Art Director is unavailable
In the event thatthe Art Director is out of the office, Location Design Leadwould run art reviews with Directors andseriesleadershipas well asmanage handouts toLocation Design teamas needed
May oversee the BG Design & Paints teams, delegatingwork andmonitoringtheir schedules to create andmaintainconsistency with the design of the project
Required Qualifications and Skills
Ability to align with style and sensibility of show
Ability to translate reference into 2D art
A portfoliodemonstratingyour ability to designina variety oftones andstyles
Knowledge of drawing software that includes Photoshop, Illustrator, Harmonyand 3D technology, where applicable
Positive attitude with the ability to be flexible
Excellent organizational, verbal, written, e-socialskillsand acumen
Education
Bachelordegree or equivalent work experience
Location
This is a fully on-site role based in Glendale, CA.
The pay rate for this role in California is $74.68 to $82.15 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
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JOB OVERVIEW
Salary
$74.68 to $82.15 per hour
Experience level
Lead
Location
Glendale, CA
Occupation
Art Directors
Industry
Motion Picture and Video Production
Posted
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