DreamWorks Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for themoon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to makedreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of theworld’s leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series,reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and buildimmersive new worlds.DreamWorks creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, deliveringcompelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on theexperiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths tosuccess. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yieldthe best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators,who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together.In the DreamWorks Internship Program, interns work in an engaging and excitingenvironment alongside creative leaders and artists who are committed to building aninclusive and collaborative culture. Interns are immersed into TV and Feature animatedproductions while gaining hands-on experience at our studio. Open to students andrecent grads, we love those who are driven and hungry to learn, are curious andresourceful, and most importantly, are passionate about animation.The Internship Program also showcases best-in-class opportunities by offering executivespeaker series, professional/career development workshops, artistic classes, practice arttests, community outreach opportunities, movie screenings, and much more!If you are part of the fandom and believe teamwork makes the dream work, join us in#livingthedream and #doingyourdreamwork!Fall 2024 Hair Global Development Internship:
Applications close: June 24, 2024 at 11:59pm PT
Program Dates: September 30, 2024 - December 6, 2024
Time Commitment: Part-Time (24 hours per week required)
Format: In-Person, Remote, or Hybrid
“What would you say you do here?”The Hair Global Development Group is responsible for Hair Template, Workflow and ToolOwnership across departments and shows. This group establishes consistency, efficiency,ownership, and support in the grooming and simulation process.
The goal of the Hair Global Developer internship will be to introduce candidates to the studio setting and involve them in development of tools for hair, fur and feathers across production on DreamWorks feature films.
The intern will work closely with the Hair Global Development Group to help become familiarized with hair, fur and feather workflows.
Reports to: Hair Global Development Supervisor
The intern will focus on the complete cycle of developing one or more tools.
With guidance from a mentor, the intern will write the tool(s), run tests in production shots, troubleshoot resulting issues, demo usage to artists, and write documentation.
The intern may participate in production shot work to familiarize themselves with Dreamworks’ hair, fur, feather tools and workflows.
“What do I need to have in order to do this job?”
Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at a College/University (or equivalent), or be a recent graduate (within six months of graduation date)
Experience with computer animation software such as Houdini and Maya
Experience with Python
Must be 18 years of age or older
For remote internship option, must have own equipment (computer, headphones, etc.) and stable high-speed internet connection
For hybrid internship option, must be willing to work in Glendale, California
Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols
“What can I offer?”
Experience working with a team to create computer animated shots for a project or short film
Knowledge of general grooming, simulation and deformer workflows
Familiarity with Maya API, Houdini HDK, and Houdini Digital Asset construction
Familiarity with C and Houdini VEX language
Hourly Rate: $17.00Hybrid OR Fully Remote: This position is open to be completed Hybrid, generallycontributing from the office a minimum of three days per week, OR Fully Remote,contributing from a non-DreamWorks worksite, most commonly an employee’sresidence.NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or accessnbcunicareers.comas a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by [email protected].