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DisneyToon Studios is seeking a Layout artist to translate sequences from Storyboard into CG with an emphasis on flying.  This position reports to the Previs/Layout Lead. They are looking for a senior layout artist with extensive experience staging flying and fast action sequences. They would work directly with the Director, Art Director and the Previs/Layout Lead.

Examples of the type of camera work we are looking for:

• Sky Crawlers
• Avatar
• How to Train Your Dragon

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience desired
• Knowledge of Animation is a must
• Clear, Professional communication skills
• Able to field and address complex notes
• Experience with Lighting preferred
• Extensive knowledge of Maya is necessary

Additional Job Responsibilities may include:

• Working with Layout Lead and Art Director to design and build simple schematics for set models
• Preliminary Camera blocking to verify set feasibility for sequence needs.
• General sequence/shot layout responsibilities

TO APPLY: Send resume and cover letter to td.jobs@disney.com

From Cartoon SNAP! DisneyToon Studios Looking for Story Artist

DisneyToon Studios has openings for Storyboard Artists to join the production team at their Glendale, CA studio. This position is represented by the Animation Guild.

Responsibilities:

• Translate story ideas into visual sequences based on notes and meetings with the Director and other members of the story team.
• Work closely with Director, Head of Story, Art Director and other members of the production team to develop the cinematography and staging; choosing initial camera placement and angles; defining action and camera movement.
• Convey the essence of story line, scene structure, character emotion and create action and humor in alignment with the overall direction of the film.
• Solve story and structure problems — punch up scenes.

Qualifications:

• 3 years professional experience required, feature animation experience preferred
• Experience on multiple Feature Films and/or Television Series as a Story Artist
• Ability to work digitally required, i.e. Digital GDI/Photoshop
• Ability to create action and humor expressed through drawing
• Strong drawing skills with a sense of design, character and composition
• Understanding of cinematic scene and dramatic structure
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Bachelors degree preferred

To apply: If you haven’t created a profile with them you can do so at www.disneyanimation.com. Once completed, submit your resume and link to your work at dts.jobs@disney.com