ArtDirector - Universal Creative - Universal Studios Hollywood Placemaking

Universal Studios; California (MO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts and perks

Job summary

NBCUniversal is seeking an Art Director to lead the visual vision for theme park projects, directing styling and design development from concept to execution. You will create drawings, models, and documentation, and work with teams and vendors to deliver immersive experiences.

Requires 12+ years in production design, degrees in Theater/Art/Film/Architecture, and strong AutoCAD, 3D software, and Adobe Creative Suite skills.

Qualifications

• Communicate complex artistic ideas in writing and visuals.
• 12+ years of production design experience.
• Experience designing entertainment for world-class theme parks.

Responsibilities

• Develops visual design direction and defines design elements affecting guest experience.
• Collaborates with internal talent and external vendors to execute the desired vision.
• Directs art-related vendors and any scenic scope requiring art direction.
• Maintains cohesive design throughout all design phases and construction.

Job description

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

The Art Director is responsible for establishing and leading the overall visual vision for assigned projects, ensuring that brand standards and creative intent are translated into compelling guest experiences. This role directs the artistic style, visual elements, and design development of projects, creating a unified creative vision from concept through execution. The Art Director transforms desired moods, messages, concepts, and ideas into impactful imagery while resolving design challenges and maintaining visual consistency across all project elements. Utilizing tools such as AutoCAD, 3D software, and Adobe Creative Suite, the role develops drawings, models, and design documentation that support the integration of creative, technical, and construction requirements. Working collaboratively with project teams, stakeholders, and partners, the Art Director helps deliver innovative experiences that achieve creative, operational, and business objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops visual design direction and defines design elements of the assigned project that affect the guest experience. This may be accomplished with many different methods, including, but not limited to; creating sketches, illustrations, models, composite imagery and image research documentation. Supervise others to develop those design ideas. Project types range from placemaking environmental elements, retail and food kiosks, showinterior and exterior, landscape and hardscape.
• Responsible for the development, documentation, co-ordination and technical execution of the creative intent.
• Collaborates with internal talent and external vendors to execute the desired vision. Directs art related vendors and any scenic scope that requires art direction.
• In collaboration with the Design Director, act as design “vision-keeper” for the project, maintaining a cohesive design in all elements associated with the project through all phases of design and development.
• Creates and presents project materials to internal and external audiences to communicate project concept, content and status.
• During construction, develops in-field solutions and follow-up documentation. Ensures project completion of art, finishes and materials specifications.
• Acts as project liaison with internal and external partners, licensors, and intellectual property partners as needed.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Ability to communicate complex artistic ideas through a combination of written and visual and materials required. This role must have in depth knowledge of color theory, art history, scenic painting techniques, sculpture, architecture, perspective, some fabrication and technical

EDUCATION:

Associate’s degree (AA) in Theater, Art, Film, or Architecture is required. Bachelor’s degree in Theater, Art, Film, or Architecture is required. Master’s degree in Theater, Art, Film, or Architecture is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

12+ years production design and field experience based on Universal Creative standards. Designing experience based entertainment for world-class theme parks or related industries; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $130,000 - $160,000 (Bonus Eligible)

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. 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, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].