Visual Development Artist - Expression of Interest

Marvel Studios has created one of the most powerful brands by bringing memorable, life-changing storytelling to the World through incredible characters like Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Captain Marvel, and Black Panther. The Marvel Cinematic Universe multi-film franchises have redefined the genre by building a universe filled with creativity, innovation and collaboration. At Marvel Studios, you will be part of a team that helps propel our legacy into the future with a vision as far-reaching as our characters, worlds and stories.

This is an IATSE 839 position covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Marvel Studios Animation is hiring a visual development artist on one of our animated series. This is a daily position specifically to help with early development character art. Artist will work closely with the directors, production designers, art directors, and other creative leads.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and complete finished color scripts and production ready assets within assigned deadlines
• Complete and develop environment designs and graphics
• Work with creative staff on addressing design fixes needed from vendor
• Resolve design problems with creative supervisors
• Be available throughout work hours to receive briefs and notes, and attend meetings
• Communicate progress of work to appropriate production staff
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Must be comfortable tackling a wide range of environments: organic, mechanical, architectural, sci-fi, alien, historical, contemporary, MCU etc.
• Must demonstrate high-level drawing and painting skills
• Artists are expected to have a solid understanding of composition, value, perspective, color, shape language, and overall design
• High proficiency with Photoshop is a must, and knowledge of or willingness to learn applicable design and production software and hardware
• Knowledge of 2D and/or 3D modeling a plus
• Strong time-management skills
• Strong communication skills
• Works well under pressure
  
  
  

The pay rate for this role in Burbank, CA is $56.38 to $66.63 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. 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.