Job Details
DreamWorks TV - Character Designer
DreamWorks TV - Character Designer
Summary
Character Designers ensure that all deliverables align with the production’s schedule, technical specifications, and creative vision of the series.
Category
Animation
Art Department
Graphic Design
Location
Greater Los Angeles Area
Time Period
Full Time
Posted Date
May 17, 2022
Start Date
N/A
End Date
N/A
Job Description
DreamWorks Animation Television has an exciting new opportunity for a Character Designer to join its team based in Glendale, CA. This position is covered by the Animation Guild.
“What would you say you do here?”
“What would you say you do here?”
- Complete all rough, revised and final designs necessary within assigned timelines
- Craft clear and detailed designs for characters in the style of the show
- 2D: Create detailed turns of the characters
- 2D: When required, add tone and highlight lines to the characters
- CG: Create detailed and accurate orthographics, turns and/or poses for modeling reference
- Reference storyboards, style guide, show bible and/or source materials to understand the context and to ensure continuity of the character designs
- Support and maintain the artistic vision of the series
- Willingness to take feedback and rework material while maintaining a new perspective
- Communicate progress of work to appropriate production staff and ensure all deadlines are met
- Ensure all artwork is properly backed up, organized and stored appropriately
- Ensure all shipping materials are prepared and ready on time
Qualifications/Requirements
• Strong character design skills
• Skilled at drawing and a detailed understanding of anatomy and perspective
• Advanced knowledge of Photoshop
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Is a great teammate, who genuinely enjoys working with others
• Strong time-management skills
• Works well in a fast paced production environment under pressure
Desired Characteristics
• At least 3 years of experience in television animation, feature animation and/or video games
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 2D: Working knowledge of Illustrator and/or Zbrush is a plus
• CG: Working knowledge of Zbrush, Maya and/or Modo is a plus
• Portfolio that demonstrates strong character design skills
• Strong character design skills
• Skilled at drawing and a detailed understanding of anatomy and perspective
• Advanced knowledge of Photoshop
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Is a great teammate, who genuinely enjoys working with others
• Strong time-management skills
• Works well in a fast paced production environment under pressure
Desired Characteristics
• At least 3 years of experience in television animation, feature animation and/or video games
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 2D: Working knowledge of Illustrator and/or Zbrush is a plus
• CG: Working knowledge of Zbrush, Maya and/or Modo is a plus
• Portfolio that demonstrates strong character design skills
Job Type
Full Time
Weekly Limit
N/A
Shift
Day
Attached Files
N/A