Character Designer - Feature

Sony Pictures Animation•Los Angeles, CA

2h•$53 - $90

About The Position

The Character Designer explores options for the look, feel, personality, and appeal of characters. Working with the Production Designer, Art Director, and other creative leads, the designer develops multiple character looks through the pitch, design, and production process. This union-covered position includes creating rough iterations and approved final designs, with consideration for downstream modeling and texturing needs. Applicants should submit a resume and portfolio link, including any passwords to their work in the cover letter and/or resume.

Requirements

Ability to articulate creative ideas.
Excellent draftsmanship.
Skill in character poses, facial expressions, and character turnarounds.
Outstanding research skills and an understanding of costume design.
Knowledge of anatomy and volumetric drawing.
Photoshop knowledge.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience on an animated feature film, TV series, or game.
Stylistic versatility.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Production Designer, Art Director, and other creative leads throughout the pitch, design, and production process to visually explore and discover characters’ look, feel, and personality.
Create multiple iterations of each character, including poses, expressions, and turnarounds, in rough-pass form and as approved final designs.
Propose design approaches that consider downstream departments, including modeling and texturing.
Accurately back up, organize, and store artwork.
Contribute creative solutions, respond effectively to feedback, and iterate on designs throughout production.
Proactively communicate questions, issues, or production concerns to supervisors and production staff.
Meet production schedules and deadlines while maintaining artistic quality and consistency.
Work independently and within a team environment.