Job Description

Spring 2024 Visual Development Internship:

• Applications close: October 13, 2023 at 11:59pm PT
• Program Dates: January 22, 2024 - March 29, 2024
• Time Commitment : Part Time (24 hours per week required)
• Format: Hybrid (In-Person) or Remote

Responsibilities: “What would you say you do here?”

For TV animated feature-length projects, Visual Development artists imagine and propose ideas for what the animated world should look like based on the story, characters, and action. They use reference, illustration, drawing, design skills and animation and 3D tools like Maya to build visuals that convey ideas about how they envision the look of the world.

• The goal of the internship is to experience visual development in a production environment over the span of 10 weeks.
• The intern will be partnered with a production, working closely with design leads and mentors.
• This intern may have responsibilities ranging from concept designs to final designs by pulling reference, crafting mood boards and designing sets, props, color keys, and more.
• Ask questions, clarify notes, and ensure designs are completed per the feedback provided.
• Ensure deadlines are consistently met and communicate progress of work to supervisors and to appropriate production staff.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: “What do I need to have in order to do this job?”

• Strong skills in Photoshop required.
• Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at a College/University (or equivalent), or be a recent graduate (within six months of graduation date).
• Strong drawing skills with a demonstrated sense of design, painting, color and lighting, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.

Desired Qualifications: “What can I offer?”

• Experience with 3D tools (Maya, Blender, ZBrush) preferred.

Hourly Rate: $17.00

Additional Information

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