Retake Director
Walt Disney Pictures
Glendale, CAThis was removed by the employer on 1/6/2022 8:53:00 AM PST
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Retake Director Hamster & Gretel
Job Summary:
Responsible for executing the Executive Producer's overall creative vision for retakes by supervising the episodes' final stages before delivery; stages that are supervised include calling retakes and retakes approvals, as well as delegating and approving animation draw overs, storyboard revisions, and timing revisions. Potential other responsibilities are SFX and Music, Mixes
Responsibilities:
• Work alongside the EP & Art Director on any creative questions/concerns to ensure that the final quality and continuity of episodes, and that the appropriate information is relayed to the overseas studios and TDs
• Sits in all creative Post discussions: assists in locking the episode to length, calls retakes, prioritizes notes to stay within allocated allotment of retakes, and implements retakes follow up/reference materials
• Coordinates with the Production Management, animators, storyboard revisionists, timers, and TDs by managing work deadlines and communicating each episode's assignments/needs
• Review all retakes and reference materials prior to shipment to overseas production studio or providing to TDs, taking proper measure to delegate fixes if materials are not properly prepared
• Receives approvals from Art Director and EP
• Revises any retakes materials and implements required fixed and changes prior to the overseas shipment or providing to TDs
• Assist EP in providing Directors and storyboard teams technical feedback as it pertains to Post
• Implement legal, S&P, and executive notes during Post
• Responsible for reporting to the LP on any approaching creative, pipeline and staffing concerns, to avoid any negative impact on schedule, budget, and deliveries of episodes
Basic Qualifications:
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in Story or Animation departments
• Knowledge of Traditional Animation, CG Animation, Visual Effects and/or Video game productio
• Knowledge of software and hardware including Cintiq, Toon Boon Storyboard Pro, Photoshop or other applicable storyboarding software. Knowledge of TVA proprietary retakes database a plus
Preferred Qualifications:
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to partner with Creatives and Executives, collaborate with peers, and manage and mentor artists
• Ability to oversee multiple projects and solve problems in a fast-paced environment
• 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
• Ability to travel outside of the country
Preferred Education
• Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience
Additional Information:
Equal Opportunity Employer--Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
About Disney Television Animation:
Disney Television Animation loves characters. Characters reveal our deepest emotions and what it means to be human… even if you're an animated duck, mouse, muppet, lion, boy or girl. Are you the type of character that loves animation and wants to be part of the team that makes the magic happen? Disney Television Animation, an integral part of The Walt Disney Company, creates many of the company's most beloved animated shows. If you've got a passion to join our team of talented professionals, we want to hear your story.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business segment we call Disney Television Animation.
Walt Disney Pictures is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
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