About the Role & TeamDisney Television Animation is looking for a Storybook Artist to join an unannounced Disney Junior project! The Storybook Artist is responsible for creating line art and full-color illustrated panels that depict key scenes and moments from episodes. These Storybooks can be used for focus testing with audiences during the pre-production process.What You Will Do
Work closely with the production team to create full color, engaging storybook illustrations that depict key scenes and moments from episodes, from thumbnail sketches through delivery of finished illustrations
Use a strong understanding of staging, composition, color design, and character design to bring scenes to life while adhering to the vision and style of the show
Address notes from Executive Producers and Supervising Directors, revise work, and submit completed storybook illustrations in accordance with production schedules
Additional duties as necessary, or as defined by individual contracts
Required Qualifications & Skills
2+ years of experience and/or training in a similar role
Proficiency with digital illustration software and hardware including Cintiq and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator).
A strong portfolio that showcases an ability to create engaging, colorful illustrations
Ability to draw characters and environments that align with the style and sensibility of show
Excellent understanding of art fundamentals including staging, composition, color theory, and character design
Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage your time effectively
Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work well in a team
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge and experience with television animation production pipeline
Experience in children's media, illustration, or animation
EducationThe ideal candidate will have a Bachelors degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of training and/or experience.Additional InformationPlease submit your portfolio and resume to be considered. We look forward to reviewing your application!The pay rate for this role in California is $53.16 to $62.02 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.Location: Burbank,CaliforniaJob Posting Company: Disney Branded TelevisionThe Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email [email protected] with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.