Design Lead - Disney Television Animation

Position: 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 integral to The Walt Disney Company, bringing Disney-branded characters and stories to families' homes across the globe.

DTVA creates both long-form and short-form content spanning traditional 2D, rig-based 2D, CG (preschool), CG (premium), and stop-motion. We create shows in a 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.

By submitting an application for this Location Design Lead role, you may be considered for any Location Design Lead positions that arise until the expiration date provided.

** Applications submitted to this job posting will remain valid until December 31, 2026.*
* ** What you will do*
* This is a key leadership role that partners with the Executive Producer(s), Art Director and Producer to execute the creative vision of the series. The Location Design Lead will work directly with the team to ensure a quality and consistency of style throughout the series.

** Responsibilities*
* + Work closely with Art Director and/or Background Paint Leadto 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

+ Assist Art 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 and maintained.

+ Communicate feedback to Location 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 to Location Design teamas needed

+ May oversee the BG Design & Paints teams,delegatingwork andmonitoringtheir schedules to create andmaintainconsistency with the design of the project

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** 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,Harmony and 3D technology, where applicable

+ Positive attitude with the ability to be flexible

+ Excellent organizational, verbal, written, e-socialskillsand acumen

** Education*
* + Bachelor degree 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.

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** Job :*
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* Location:

** Glendale,California

** Job Posting Company:
** Disney Branded Television

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