Art Director - Expat to Osaka

Universal Orlando•Orlando, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Universal Creative, we design, develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Parks & Resorts worldwide. Our innovative attractions, immersive theme parks and world-class resorts fuse art and technology to create new standards in the themed entertainment industry. Our Team Members are the driving force behind Universal Creative. With their diverse skills and forward-thinking ideas, our team pushes us beyond the boundaries of what’s possible to achieve the extraordinary. Together, we’re creating a Universe of fun, always ensuring the next thing we do is better than the last thing we did. Imagine shaping the look, feel, and emotional impact of experiences enjoyed by guests from around the world. As an Art Director with Universal Creative, you will unite storytelling, art, architecture, scenery, lighting, and special effects into one cohesive creative vision. You will lead talented creative teams and vendors while overseeing design from early concepts through installation. Bring your artistic leadership and experience-based entertainment expertise to projects where creativity becomes reality.

Requirements

Ability to communicate complex artistic ideas through a combination of written and visual and materials required.
In depth knowledge of color theory, art history, scenic painting techniques, sculpture, architecture, perspective, theatrical lighting techniques and storytelling.
10+ years production design and field experience based on Universal Creative standards.
Designing experience-based entertainment for world-class theme parks or related industries; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Technical school is preferred.
Master’s degree in Theater, Art, Film, or Architecture is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develops visual design direction and defines design elements of the assigned project that affect the guest experience. This may be accomplished with many different methods, including, but not limited to; creating sketches, illustrations, models, composite imagery and image research documentation. Supervise others to develop those design ideas.
Oversees and directs design, fabrication and installation of all on-stage project elements to ensure the creative intent is achieved as envisioned by the Creative Director. Project elements such as – architecture, scenic art, scenery, props, animation, show action, special fx, and lighting.
Collaborates with internal talent and external vendors to execute the desired vision. Directs art related vendors and any scenic scope that requires art direction.
In collaboration with the Creative Director, act as design “vision-keeper” for the project, maintaining a cohesive design in all elements associated with the project through all phases of design and development.
Creates and presents project materials to internal and external audiences to communicate project concept, content, and status.
Works with the Show Producer to identify and procure talent and resources necessary to complete the project.
Acts as project liaison with internal and external partners, licensors, and intellectual property developers as needed.
Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.