Location Design Lead - Disney Television Animation

• Work closely with Art Director and/orBackground PaintLeadto applyand execute line,shape,and detailsto approved background designs
• Location Design Leadwilltouch basewith otherLocation 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 distributeLocation 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 withDirectors 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

• 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, * Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience

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.

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.