Visual Development Artist

Summary

Join DreamWorks Animation as an artist contributing to the visual development and production of animated films and series. You will create artwork for characters, environments, and props, collaborating with various departments to ensure design consistency and meet production deadlines. This fully remote position requires strong design skills, proficiency in Photoshop, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate possesses a solid understanding of design principles and color theory. DreamWorks offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Requirements

• Ability to think and design from concept to finish independently
• Strong understanding of design principles and color theory
• Collaboration within a team of artists
• Solid time-management skills

Responsibilities

• Create artwork that informs the early story and visual development process and well as the production process once the look of picture is defined
• Work under the guidance of a Production Designer and Art Director to generate artwork related to characters, environments, backgrounds, costume and prop design
• Support the Story, Modeling, Surfacing, Matte Painting and Layout departments on design specifics required for establishing locations and cameras
• Ensure all timelines are met
• Communicate progress of work to production staff

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency in Photoshop, knowledge of Maya and/or ZBrush a plus

Benefits

• Company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A variety of other discounts and perks