Location Designer - Disney Television Animation

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About this Role and our Studio 

Disney Television Animation (DTVA) has over 40 years of legacy as a top producer of kids & family entertainment. Our work is integral to The Walt Disney Company, bringing Disney-branded characters and stories to families’ homes across the globe.  

DTVA creates both long-form and short-form content spanning traditional 2D, rig-based 2D, CG (preschool), CG (premium), and stop-motion. We create shows in a broad range of unique and innovative styles, and we aim to match the right talent with the right production in terms of skill and artistic style. 

By submitting an application for this Location Designer role, you may be considered for any Location Designer positions that arise until the expiration date provided.  

Applications submitted to this job posting will remain valid until December 31, 2026. 

What you will do

The Location Designer works closely with Art Director and/or Location Design Lead to create scene set designs, floor plans, orthographic designs with multiple angles, as needed. Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing storyboard panels to create rough designs of backgrounds required for the episode.

• Reviewing designs with Art director and/or Location Design Lead to revise designs as needed.

• Providing final clean version of approved design 

• Resolving design problems with Supervisors  

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

• Additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to align with style and sensibility of show 

• A portfolio demonstrating your knowledge of architecture, set design, perspective and the understanding of the 3D dynamic space (foreground, middle ground, background) 

• Knowledge of drawing software that includes Photoshop, Illustrator, and 3D technology, where applicable 

• Positive attitude with the ability to be flexible  

• Excellent organizational, verbal, written, e-social skills and acumen 

Education 

• Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience 

Job Location

• This is a fully on-site role based in Glendale, CA.

The pay rate for this role in California is $59.16 to $64.62 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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