Character Designer - Disney Television Animation

Job Posting Title: Character Designer - Disney Television Animation Req ID: 10151477 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 integraltoThe 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. What you will do Character Designers furtherthe storytelling process by developing the look,personalityand feel of the characters. Their work captures the personality and life of a character with their design and attire. Responsibilities include: Creating turnarounds, special poses, mouthchartsand expression sheets and provide a clean pass of the final approved design. Working closely with the Art Director to review Storyboard for characters that needto be designed for each episode. Ensuring that the high quality and style of showestablishedby the Executive Producer andArt Director is achieved andmaintained. Preparing all character designs for shipment to oversees vendor animation studios. Working closely withArtDirector to resolve design issues and deadlines. Adhering to the production schedule provided by Line Producer to ensure cost effective,timelyproduction. Required Qualifications and Skills Abilityto design and create a variety of characters, turnarounds, mouth charts, expressionsheetsand special poses. Ability to align with style and sensibility of show. Ability to translate reference into 2D or 3D art. Knowledge of drawing software that includes Photoshop, Illustrator, and 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 $59.16 to $65.87 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: #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co