Disney Consumer Products Graphic Design Intern Spring 2027

The Walt Disney Company; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company in Glendale, CA invites applications for a Mickey & Friends Graphic Design & Branding Intern. This 6-month full-time internship runs January through June 2027, focusing on licensing style guides and portfolio development for the Mickey & Friends line.

You will craft graphics, patterns and icons, build POV boards, and collaborate with editorial and character teams. A strong design portfolio is required, with proficiency in Illustrator; Photoshop and Keynote are a plus.

Qualifications

• Portfolio review is required for this position.
• A link to your portfolio on your résumé is required for full consideration.

Responsibilities

• Develop Graphic Design & Branding for licensing style guides and portfolios across the Mickey & Friends franchise.
• Build POV boards to set direction and tone for style guide projects.
• Collaborate with editorial and character art teams.
• Prepare keynotes and present POV boards and designs.
• Create designs and product mockups for pitch deck presentations.
• Complete file production cleanup for final art delivery.
• Maintain Graphic Design standards meeting brand guidelines.

Skills

Graphic design

Typography

Color theory

Drawing

Creative vision

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Art and Design, Illustration or related fields

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Keynote

Job description

Job Summary:

Disney Consumer Products (DCP) brings the magic of Disney's beloved stories, franchises and characters to families and fans around the globe. From toys to apparel, books to games, our global marketing organization has a profound impact on The Walt Disney Company and the global markets in which we operate. With a portfolio of world-class franchises including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, 20th Century Studios, National Geographic and Star Wars, we are a worldwide industry and category leader delivering innovative products that entertain and inspire!

About the Role & Program

The Mickey & Friends Graphic Design & Branding Intern is responsible for crafting and producing Graphic Design assets from concept to final artwork. If selected, you will focus on licensing creative style guide development for the Mickey & Friends line within Consumer Products, crafting multiple style guides each season in support of our licensing business strategies!

This is a 6 month Internship from January-June 2027 with full-time commitment in the Glendale, CA area.

What You Will Do:

• Develop Graphic Design & Branding for licensing creative style guides and portfolios across the Mickey & Friends franchise. Design assets include: graphics, patterns, and icons.
• Build POV boards to set direction and tone for style guide projects
• Provide direction and collaborate with the editorial and character art teams
• Prepare keynotes and present POV boards and designs
• Create designs and product mockups for pitch deck presentations
• Complete file production cleanup for final art delivery
• Maintain Graphic Design standards that meet brand guidelines and strategies

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Proficiency in graphic design, layout, typography and color theory skills
• Proven strength in traditional and digital drawing skills
• Strong creative vision and awareness of fashion and market trends across all demographics (all family, young adult, gen z, tween, kids)
• High level of proficiency in Adobe Illustrator
• Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects meeting tight deadlines

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong Proficiency in Photoshop and Keynote

Materials Required:

• A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applications without a portfolio link on the résumé will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position. Please visit our support site for additional information.

Education:

• Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Art and Design, Illustration or other related fields

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
• Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess unrestricted work authorization

Additional Information:

• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship dates of January 11th-June 4th, 2027
• Fully available during regular business hours from Monday-Friday, for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
• Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Glendale, CA area
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

The pay rate for this role in Glendale, CA is $23.00 per hour. 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.

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. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.

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. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

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. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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