> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2696818-location-design-lead-disney-television-animation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2696818-location-design-lead-disney-television-animation). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Location Design Lead - Disney Television Animation - **Company:** The Walt Disney Company - **Location:** Glendale, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $155,334.0 - $170,872.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer Animation, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Vector Graphics Editor - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.entertainmentworkers.com/job.asp?id=3375498739&tx=KK1313FFG&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * 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 ## Description * 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 ## Related Videos - [Live Coding an Augmented Reality Game with WebXR](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/199-live-coding-an-augmented-reality-game-with-webxr) - [Lost and Wasted Time: Searching for the Cozy Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2107-lost-and-wasted-time-searching-for-the-cozy-web) - [WebAssembly Revolution: Elevating JavaScript's Reach and Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1149-webassembly-revolution-elevating-javascript-s-reach-and-performance) - [Learn Enough Design to Be Dangerous](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/577-learn-enough-design-to-be-dangerous) - [ Project Fugu: Progressive Web Apps, Superpowered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/290-project-fugu-progressive-web-apps-superpowered) - [Design as an algorithm, not as a feature](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/471-design-as-an-algorithm-not-as-a-feature) ## Related Articles - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [Declarative Design and a fresh take on collaboration with developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/595-declarative-design-and-a-fresh-take-on-collaboration-with-developers) - [Top 5 Web Design Trends for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/155-top-5-web-design-trends-for-2023) - [10 Essential Figma Plugins for Frontend Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/262-10-essential-figma-plugins-for-frontend-developers-in-2023) - [Are design and development really just the same thing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/520-are-design-and-development-really-just-the-same-thing) - [13 Tips For Your Conference Presentations](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/384-13-tips-for-your-conference-presentations)