Prop Designer
6 Months ago • All levels • $118,000 PA - $125,000 PA
Animation
Job Description
Disney Television Animation seeks a Prop Designer for an unannounced 2D kids & family project. Responsibilities include designing props based on story elements and scripts, maintaining consistency with the series' style, creating multiple concepts and turnarounds, collaborating with production and the color stylist for efficient workflow, preparing designs for overseas studios, resolving design issues with the Art Director, adhering to production schedules, and completing additional duties as needed. The role requires proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and 3D software (where applicable).
Good To Have:
- Experience in TV animation pipeline
- Bachelor's degree in related field
Must Have:
- Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator
- Robust portfolio of prop designs
- Ability to align to show's style
- Independent work in fast-paced env.
- Positive attitude and feedback reception
- Excellent organizational & communication
Perks:
- Medical benefits
- Financial benefits
- Other benefits (details at link)
Job Summary:
Job Description
About the Role & Team
We're looking for a Prop Designer to join an unannounced project at Disney Television Animation! Prop Designers are responsible for creating and designing all assets that are not Characters or Background elements for each episode.
What You Will Do
- Design props based on story elements and script descriptions that are consistent with the look and style of the series. May also design effects as needed.
- Design multiple concept pieces for each prop, trying out different versions of the same asset.
- Create turnarounds and provide a clean pass of the final approved design.
- Work closely with production and the Color Stylist to get clean designs to them in a timely manner for shipping.
- Prepare all prop 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
- Knowledge of drawing software including Photoshop, Illustrator, and 3D technology, where applicable.
- A robust portfolio of various Prop Designs for animated shows
- Proven ability to align to the style and sensibility of a particular show.
- 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 television 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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