Fall Paid Intern - Character Art

This is a Part Time Paid Internship


About the Role & Program

Disney Consumer Products (DCP) brings the magic of Disney's beloved stories, franchises and characters to families and fans around the world. From toys to apparel, books to games, our global organization has a profound impact on The Walt Disney Company and the global markets in which we operate! With a portfolio of renowned franchises including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, 20th Century Studios, National Geographic and Star Wars, we are a worldwide industry and category leader delivering innovative products that entertain and inspire!

The Character Art Intern is responsible for producing character artwork for both two-dimensional and/or three-dimensional product applications. Works on projects at all levels of complexity with the team. Works under general supervision. Meets deadlines under pressure while maintaining high-quality standards. Getting the opportunity to develop, draw, and build character artwork across all of our Company franchises. Working alongside our creative team on projects and initiatives that will be used to build Disney merchandise all around the world.

What You Will Do
• Development of character illustrations for style guides and portfolios across multiple properties and cross divisions
• Idea generation for Franchise Expansion
• Art style/new technique development to coordinate with trends in the marketplace
• Supply new product ideas and participate in brainstorming sessions
• Responsible for maintaining high character art standards for the region
• Develop a strong character art community across GPC
• Understands Disney Characters and Disney storytelling and how it translates to products
• Fresh and inventive creative problem solver
• Understanding and Awareness of marketplace trends
• Able to present creative concepts in both formal and informal settings
• Strong teammate

Required Qualifications and Skills
• Strong creative digital literacy in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• 1+ years of related work experience in graphic design, character art, or merchandise design
• Understand the principles of cartooning and cartoon animation
• Exposure to multiple mediums (sculpting, painting, and drawing)
• Base knowledge of Character Art
• Strong traditional and digital drawing skills and concept skills
• Pro-active / Can-do attitude

Preferred Qualifications

• Passion and knowledge of Disney brands

Education

• Undergraduate Senior or recent graduate (within 6 months) pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Illustration, Art, Graphic Design or other related fields

Required Materials
• A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a URL link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applicants without a portfolio link on their résumé will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program
• Possess unrestricted work authorization

Additional Information

• Be aligned with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
• This internship is a hybrid position and requires a working, reliable internet connection as well as a quiet, dedicated workspace
• The approximate dates of this internship are September 2024 through January 2025
• Fully available from Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM Eastern Time Zone for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
• Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Orlando, FL area
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
• Housing: We can possibly assist with housing opportunities for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here

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