Director - CG Series (Disney Television Animation) at The Walt Disney Company

Glendale, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Animation, Entertainment, TelevisionIndustries

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of experience in Story or Animation departments, with at least 3 years in a Leadership or Directorial role
Knowledge of Traditional Animation, CG Animation, Visual Effects and/or Video game production
Knowledge of software and hardware including Cintiq, Toon Boon Storyboard Pro, Photoshop, Blender, or other applicable storyboarding software (knowledge of and ability to storyboard within a Blender pipeline is a plus)
Strong leadership qualities with the ability to partner with Creatives and Executives, collaborate with peers, and manage and mentor artists
Mastery of cinematic storytelling, with understanding of film language and pacing
Ability to align with style and sensibility of show
Positive attitude with the ability to be flexible
Excellent organizational, verbal, written, e-social skills and acumen
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Responsibilities

Ensuring that every episode upholds the show’s cinematic tone, character consistency, and storytelling intent
Guiding the team of Storyboard Artists in achieving expressive acting, dynamic staging, emotional resonance, and cohesive visual storytelling that ensures the translation of boards into CG Layout
When necessary, storyboarding sections of the script and reboarding sequences in which the script or story has shifted
Collaborating with the Show Leadership to interpret scripts and launch Storyboard Artists into creating compelling and cinematic storyboards
Attending meetings and come prepared with any questions, suggestions, concerns, while keeping in mind complexity, schedule, and deadlines
Following up with the SB artist(s) after the hand-out to ensure that they are clear on the direction and what is expected of them; continually check in with the SB artists to ensure they are on the right track
Working with the Art Team regarding the artistic direction of the episodes, using designs to depict accurate characters and locations
Providing constant and timely feedback to the Artists working on your team, providing mentorship, fostering growth, and creative ownership
Working with the Editor, SP, and SD on building the initial Animatic and continuing to guide the episode through Lock
Collaborating with the EP and Editor on finalizing for various stages of production – Screenings through Final Lock for Shipping
Attending recording sessions for your episodes, if requested
Reviewing all materials prior to shipment to the overseas studio
Reviewing boards for continuity and working with the Production Coordinator to ensure the episode is complete, clear, and ready for shipment
Partnering with the EP, SP, and SD to hand out the show to the overseas studio, ensuring that the creative vision and goals of the episode are clear
Ensuring that Executive, BA/Legal and S&P notes are addressed throughout the production process
Additional duties as necessary, or as defined by individual contracts