Location Designer

1 Month ago • All levels • Animation • $118,185 PA - $125,691 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Disney Television Animation seeks an experienced Location Designer for an unannounced 2D Kids & Family project. Responsibilities include creating scene set designs, floor plans, and orthographic designs; reviewing storyboards to design backgrounds; collaborating with the Art Director and Location Design Lead; revising designs based on feedback; delivering final designs; resolving design problems; and adhering to production schedules. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing location design for animated shows, demonstrating proficiency in architectural design, perspective, dynamic space creation, and using software like Photoshop and Illustrator. The ability to work independently, adapt to feedback, and communicate effectively is essential.
Must have:
  • Robust portfolio of animation location designs
  • Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator
  • Understanding of architecture, perspective, dynamic space
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Alignment with show style and sensibility
Good to have:
  • Experience with 3D technology
  • Bachelor's degree in related field
Perks:
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Other benefits (dependent on level and position)

Job Details

Job Summary:

About the Role & Team   

We're looking for an experienced Location Designer to create environments and set designs for an unannounced 2D Kids & Family project at Disney Television Animation! 

What You Will Do  

  • Work closely with the Art Director and/or Location Design Lead to create scene set designs, floor plans, and orthographic designs with multiple angles as needed. 

  • Review storyboard panels to create rough designs of backgrounds required for the episode. Review designs with Art director and Location Design Lead to revise designs as needed. Provide final clean version of approved design. 

  • Resolve design problems with Supervisors. 

  • Adhere to the production schedule provided by the Line Producer to ensure cost effective, timely production. 

  • Additional duties as necessary, or as defined by individual contracts. 

Required Qualifications & Skills  

  • A robust portfolio of Location Designs for animated shows - including knowledge of architecture, set design, perspective, and the understanding of dynamic space (foreground, middle ground, background) 

  • Proven ability to align to the style and sensibility of a particular show. 

  • Knowledge of drawing software including Photoshop, Illustrator, and 3D technology, where applicable. 

  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. 

  • Positive attitude with the ability to take creative feedback and address notes.    

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.  

Preferred Qualifications  

  • Previous experience working in a 2D Kids & Family animation pipeline  

Education

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related 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.

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