Character Designer

Job Posting Title:

Character Designer - Unannounced Kids & Family 2D Project (Disney Television Animation)

Req ID:

10117020

Job Description:

About the Role & Team
Disney Television Animation is looking for a Character Designer to join an unannounced project!

What You Will Do

• Further the storytelling process by developing the look, personality and feel of the characters
• Capture the personality and life of a character with their design and attire
• Create turnarounds, special poses, mouth charts and expression sheets and provide a clean pass of the final approved design
• Work closely with the Art Director to review Storyboard for characters that need to be designed for each episode
• Ensure that the high quality and style of show established by the Executive Producer and Art Director is achieved and maintained
• Prepare all character designs for shipment to oversees vendor animation studios
• Work closely with Art Director to resolve design issues and deadlines
• Adhere to the production schedule provided by Line Producer to ensure cost effective, timely production
• Additional duties as necessary, or as defined by individual contracts

Required Qualifications & Skills

• A portfolio that demonstrates expert ability to design and create a variety of characters, turnarounds, mouth charts, expression sheets and special poses
• Ability to align with style and sensibility of show
• Ability to translate references into 2D or 3D art
• Knowledge of drawing software that includes Photoshop, Illustrator, and 3D technology, where applicable
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Positive and flexible attitude
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

Education
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent combination of experience and/or training.

The pay rate for this role in California is $56.88 to $60.33 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:

Modeling

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-03-31