Director - Unannounced Disney Junior Series (Disney Television Animation)

55 Minutes ago • 5 Years +

About the job

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Disney Television Animation seeks a Director for an unannounced Disney Junior series. Ideal candidate has 5+ years experience in Story/Animation, knowledge of CG Animation, Traditional Animation, and Visual Effects, proven cross-functional collaboration skills, and ability to lead a team of Storyboard Artists.

Job Posting Title:

Director - Unannounced Disney Junior Series (Disney Television Animation)

Req ID:

10105642

Job Description:

About the Role & Team

Disney Television Animation is looking for a Director to join our Unannounced Disney Junior Series! This is a key leadership role that partners with the Executive Producer, Line Producer, Production and Creative Executives to execute the creative vision of a show, while working within the schedule and budget for the series. In this role, you will navigate frequently changing schedules and tight deadlines, while collaborating with and leading a diverse team of Storyboard Artists.

What You Will Do

  • Attend hand-out meetings for assigned episodes and come prepared with any questions, suggestions, concerns keeping in mind complexity, schedule and deadlines.
  • Follow up with Storyboard Artists after the hand-out to ensure that they are clear on the direction and what is expected of them. Continually check in with the SB artists to ensure they are on the right track.
  • Communicate creative issues that may impact the schedule and/or budget in order to work out solutions in a timely manner.
  • Provide constant and timely feedback to the artists working on your team. Work with the EP and LP on feedback for the Editor and Production Management (Coordinator/Production Associate) that you are teamed up with.
  • Work with the 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 all materials prior to shipment to our animation partner studio, ensuring that the creative vision and goals of the episode are clear. Work with the Timing Director, Continuity Coordinator and Production Coordinator to ensure the episode is complete and ready for shipment.

Additional Duties
Depending on the needs of production, a Director may also:

  • Participate in the Post process which would include, but is not limited to: reviewing Take 1 footage, calling Retakes, doing draw-overs, and any other creative input necessary.
  • Participate in music spotting, sound effects spotting, mixing and any other post-production sessions that may apply.
  • Participate in the Casting and Music discussions for the project.
  • Attend recording sessions for their episodes.
  • Visit the animation partner studio with the EP and/or LP to ensure production is progressing.


Required Qualifications & Skills

  • 5+ years of experience in Story or Animation departments
  • Knowledge of CG Animation, Traditional 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
  • Proven cross-functional collaboration skills. including prior 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 align with style and sensibility of show
  • Positive attitude with the ability to be flexible
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to travel outside of the country

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Television Animation pipelines
  • Experience working on a CG series for a preschool audience

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

The pay rate for this role in California is $2,593.48 to $3,372.00 per week, 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:

2024-11-08

About The Company

From classic animated features and exhilarating theme park attractions to cutting edge sports coverage, and the hottest shows on television, The Walt Disney Company has been making magic since 1923, creating unforgettable stories that connect with audiences around the world. And we’re just getting started!

The key to our success…. The Cast, Crew, Imagineers and Employees who honor Disney’s rich legacy by stretching the bounds of imagination to create the never-before-seen, bringing unparalleled entertainment experiences to people of all ages. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world and just imagine the stories you could be part of…

What is #LifeAtDisney like? It’s a series of magical moments with cast members and employees developing and telling our stories in the most innovative ways. Whether it’s a day spent as a Disney VoluntEAR, or celebrating the release of a new interactive experience, retail product or movie, our days are filled with the knowledge that we are creating entertainment experiences the whole family can enjoy. Follow @DisneyCareers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for a peek behind-the-curtain, and discover how you could connect to a world of stories with Disney!

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