Assistant Director - Unannounced Disney Jr. Series

1 Month ago • 5 Years + • Game Story Writing/Narrative Design

Job Summary

Job Description

The Assistant Director will collaborate with the Executive Producer, Directors, and other creative teams on an unannounced Disney Jr. series. Responsibilities include supervising storyboard artists, managing revisions, overseeing the animatic process, ensuring timely project completion, and addressing creative and production challenges. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are crucial for success in this fast-paced environment. Experience in traditional and/or CG animation, as well as familiarity with animation software, is required. The role involves close partnership with various teams, managing schedules, and meeting tight deadlines. The Assistant Director will also work to ensure alignment with the show's creative vision and style guidelines.
Must have:
  • 5+ years animation experience
  • Storyboard & revision expertise
  • Strong leadership & communication
  • Manage multiple projects
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Software proficiency (Cintiq, Toon Boom, Photoshop)
Good to have:
  • CG animation experience
  • Preschool audience experience

Job Details

Job Posting Title:

Assistant Director - Unannounced Disney Jr. Series (Disney Television Animation)

Req ID:

10115128

Job Description:

About the Role
We're looking for an Assistant Director to partner with the Executive Producer, Directors, Line Producer, Production and Creative Executives to execute the creative vision of an Unannounced Disney Jr. series!

The Assistant Director works closely with the series Directors and the artists on the series to support the Storyboarding, Animatic and Shipping process. As part of the series Creative Leadership, it is expected that the Assistant Director have the ability to manage a team, deal with frequently changing schedules, and tight deadlines. This role requires collaboration and partnership with a diverse group of people in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Do

  • Supervise a team of Storyboard Artists and/or Revisionists in partnership with the episode Director
  • Storyboard and/or execute Revisions as needed
  • Cover series Director responsibilities when the Director is unavailable or out of the office
  • Attend Hand-Out meetings for assigned episodes and come prepared with any questions, suggestions, concerns keeping in mind creative goals, complexity, schedule and deadlines
  • Follow up with the episode Director and SB artist(s) after the hand-out to ensure that the team is clear on the direction and what is expected of them; Consistently check in with the SB artists to ensure they are on the right track
  • Approve Storyboard Artwork when delegated by the Director
  • Communicate creative issues that may impact the schedule and/or budget to the Director and LP in order to work out solutions in a timely manner
  • Work with the Director and Editor on creating the Animatic, then with the EP and Editor on finalizing for various stages of production – Board-o-matic, Animatic, Final Lock for Shipping
  • Review and correct materials prior to shipment to the vendor studio: Work with the Timing Director, Continuity Coordinator and Production to ensure the episode is complete and has been given final approval by the Director prior to shipment.
  • Partner with Director to ensure that Executive, Legal and S&P notes are addressed throughout the production process
  • Conform Storyboards as needed

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Story or Animation departments
  • Knowledge of Traditional Animation, CG Animation, Visual Effects and/or Video game production
  • Knowledge of software and hardware including Cintiq, Toon Boon Storyboard Pro, Photoshop or other applicable storyboarding software
  • Strong leadership qualities with proven experience partnering with Creatives and Executives, collaborating with peers, and managing and mentoring artists
  • Ability to oversee multiple projects and solve problems in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to Storyboard and, when applicable, do Sheet Timing
  • Ability to align with style and sensibility of show
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to travel outside of the country

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

  • Previous experience working on a CG animated series for a preschool audience.

Education

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor degree or equivalent combination of experience and/or training.

The pay rate for this role in California is $60.33 to $$69.38 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.

Job Posting Segment:

Disney Branded Television

Job Posting Primary Business:

TVA Production

Primary Job Posting Category:

Development

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-03-19

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