Job Description
DreamWorks Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for the moon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to make dreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of the world’s leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series, reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and build immersive new worlds.
DreamWorks creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together.
In the DreamWorks Internship Program, interns work in an engaging and exciting environment alongside creative leaders and artists who are committed to building an inclusive and collaborative culture. Interns are immersed into TV and Feature animated productions while gaining hands-on experience at our studio. Open to students and recent grads, we love those who are driven and hungry to learn, are curious and resourceful, and most importantly, are passionate about animation.
The Internship Program also showcases best-in-class opportunities by offering executive speaker series, professional/career development workshops, artistic classes, practice art tests, community outreach opportunities, movie screenings, and much more!
If you are part of the fandom and believe teamwork makes the dream work, join us in #livingthedream and #doingyourdreamwork!
Spring 2023 Story Internship:
Applications close: Monday, October 31, 2022 at 11:59pm PT
Program Dates: January 23, 2023 - March 31, 2023
Time Commitment: Part Time (16-24 hours per week)
Format: Virtual OR In-person
RESPONSIBILITIES: “What would you say you do here?”
Draw story panels and ensure that storyboards align with creative ambitions, vision, and style of the film
Translate script- or outline-based story ideas into clear and entertaining visual sequences
Ask questions, clarify notes, and ensure story panels are completed per the feedback provided
Gain valuable hands on experience in a production environment
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 drawing skills with a demonstrated sense of storytelling, staging, composition, and character acting
Ability to communicate effectively
Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at a College/University (or equivalent), or being a recent graduate (within six months of graduation date)
If selected for an in-person internship, must be willing to work in Glendale, California.
If selected for a virtual internship, must be working from a location within the United States during all hours worked.
If selected for a virtual internship, must have own equipment (computer, headphones, etc.) and stable internet connection
Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
If working on-site or hybrid, must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if partially or fully vaccinated, submitting your vaccination record no later than 7 days following commencement of employment.
Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: “What can I offer?”
Additional Information
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