Color Designer

3 Days ago • 8 Years + • Animation • $107,267 PA - $117,987 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Disney Television Animation seeks a Color Designer for an unannounced kids & family 2D project. Responsibilities include collaborating with the Art Director to implement the color design vision, obtaining creative approvals, designing characters, props, and effects, preparing files for animation service providers, maintaining color consistency across backgrounds and designs, collaborating with other departments, adhering to production schedules, and using Harmony software. The role demands expertise in color theory, illustration, and traditional art, proficiency in Harmony and Adobe Creative Suite, and excellent communication and organizational skills. The candidate should be able to work independently and meet deadlines.
Must have:
  • Expert knowledge of color theory and illustration
  • Proficiency in Harmony and Adobe Creative Suite
  • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of 3D technology
  • Experience with Photoshop to Harmony file conversion
Perks:
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Other benefits (details available on Disney Careers website)

Job Details

Job Summary:

About the Role & Team
Disney Television Animation is looking for a Color Designer to join an Unannounced Kids & Family 2D Project!

 

What You Will Do

  • Work with the Art Director and/or Color Design Supervisor/Lead on to implement their vision of the color design as it pertains to the look, color and style of the series 
  • Obtain Creative approval on all color designs that are created for each episode prior to shipping to the assigned animation service provider  
  • Color design and maintain/organize work as assigned, typically including but not limited to: characters, props, effects, expressions, special poses and size comps 
  • Prepare and organize the design elements and design element files for the animation service provider for each shipment as it pertains to its assigned episode   
  • Ship design element files to the animation service provider when requested 
  • Work closely with the background designs and paintings, creating and maintaining consistency regarding the color and design of the series 
  • Collaborate and communicate needs and progress with supervisors and other departments as requested, within the series and Color Design within TVA 
  • Adhere to the production schedule provided by show Leadership to ensure cost effective and timely production 
  • Utilize TVA provided Harmony scripts as requested to ensure data and workflow consistency 
  • Conversion of Photoshop to Harmony files may be required depending on the series process 
  • Answer questions and problem solve color design related issues that arise with the animation service provider

 

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • A portfolio that demonstrates expert knowledge of color and color theory, illustration, and traditional art skills
  • Ability to align with style and color sensibility of show
  • Knowledge of software including Harmony, Adobe Creative Suite, 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 $51.78 to $56.65 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.

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