Cinematic Environment Designer

Walt Disney Animation Studios; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ The Secret Lab seeks Environment Designers to craft immersive worlds and interiors that serve a film’s narrative. You will translate concepts into precise drawings and renderings, collaborating with downstream departments to inform art direction.

Applicants should demonstrate strong cinematic composition, mood, and color strategies, with experience in feature animation and a degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Photoshop.
• Professional experience required.
• Feature animation experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Design environments, spaces, and cinematic moments based on director's vision.
• Translate designs into technical drawings and surfacing for downstream collaboration.
• Communicate with downstream teams to clarify requests and provide context.
• Collaborate with art departments to ensure consistency with the film style.

Skills

Creative design

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Photoshop

Job description

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ The Secret Lab seeks Environment Designers to craft immersive worlds and interiors that serve a film’s narrative. You will translate concepts into precise drawings and renderings, collaborating with downstream departments to inform art direction.

Applicants should demonstrate strong cinematic composition, mood, and color strategies, with experience in feature animation and a degree or equivalent experience.