Character Artist (Project Hire)

Character Artist

The Character Artist role is responsible for producing high-quality character artwork for two-dimensional product applications. This role supports established art styles, brand guidelines, and storytelling standards across assigned franchises and product categories. The Artist works on defined assignments with moderate supervision and guidance, applies developing technical expertise, and focuses on building proficiency, consistency, and creative judgment while meeting quality, timeline, and brand requirements.
This role is a 12-Month Project Hire position. This role has the opportunity to be based in Orlando, FL or Glendale, CA.
What You Will Do:

Execute character artwork for approved product applications, style guides, and presentations in alignment with established creative direction and brand standards
Apply fundamental principles of character art, illustration, and Disney storytelling to assigned projects
Support larger creative initiatives by contributing artwork under the direction of senior artists and managers
Revise artwork based on clear feedback from managers, senior artists, and cross-functional partners
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Graphic Design, Product Design, Packaging, and Production to ensure artwork readiness for product execution
Manage individual assignments to meet timelines and quality expectations within defined project scopes
Continue developing technical and artistic skills through exposure to different properties, tools, and creative approaches
Basic Qualifications and Skills:

1 year of hands-on experience in character art, illustration, graphic design, or merchandise-related artwork
Foundational understanding of character illustration, cartooning principles, and visual storytelling
Demonstrated ability to execute artwork both traditionally and digitally
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
Strong attention to detail, openness to feedback, and a collaborative mindset
Ability to manage assigned tasks and deadlines with guidance and direction
Preferred Skills:
Licensed Character Art with Licensed IPs such as Disney Characters or other licensed Character properties
Education:

Bachelor's degree in Illustration, Graphic Design, Animation, or a related field
Application must include a portfolio showcasing designs of design and fashion projects. Please share or disable any passwords for efficient review of portfolios.
About Disney Experiences:

Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world.
About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences.
This position is with Disney Global Product Dev & Creative, which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.
Disney Global Product Dev & Creative is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
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