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Knightscope, Inc.

Senior Software Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Please include the Disney character that best describes you in your resume-and make sure to ask your interviewers the same. They are expecting it. Key Responsibilities Hardware / IoT Knowledge

Knightscope

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Please include the Disney character that best describes you in your resume--and make sure to ask your interviewers the same. Key Responsibilities IMU Integration * Interface with IMU chip (gyroscope ...

Knightscope

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Please include the Disney character that best describes you in your resume-and make sure to ask your interviewers the same. Key Responsibilities IMU Integration * Interface with IMU chip (gyroscope ...

Knightscope, Inc.

Senior Electrical Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$165K - $195K/yr

The current priority is a body-worn / wearable platform, but this person should expect to contribute to other hardware programs over time. Please include the Disney character that best describes you ...

Knightscope

Senior Electrical Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$165K - $195K/yr

The current priority is a body-worn / wearable platform, but this person should expect to contribute to other hardware programs over time. Please include the Disney character that best describes you ...

Knightscope

Senior Electrical Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$165K - $195K/yr

The current priority is a body-worn / wearable platform, but this person should expect to contribute to other hardware programs over time. Please include the Disney character that best describes you ...

Knightscope, Inc

Senior Electrical Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$165 - $195/hr

The current priority is a body-worn / wearable platform, but this person should expect to contribute to other hardware programs over time. Please include the Disney character that best describes you ...

Knightscope

Senior Electrical Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$165K - $195K/yr

The current priority is a body-worn / wearable platform, but this person should expect to contribute to other hardware programs over time. Please include the Disney character that best describes you ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for disney character in California is $26.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.71 and $29.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Disney Character job involves portraying beloved Disney characters at theme parks, resorts, and special events. Performers bring characters to life through interactions, meet-and-greets, and performances while maintaining Disney's high standards for authenticity and guest experience. Roles can include costume characters, face characters, and parade performers. This job requires enthusiasm, stamina, and the ability to stay in character while engaging with guests.

What are the daily responsibilities of a Disney character?

As a Disney Character performer, your day typically involves greeting guests, posing for photos, signing autographs, and participating in parades or stage shows while remaining in character at all times. You’ll collaborate closely with other cast members, including handlers and entertainment coordinators, to maintain safety and deliver a consistent guest experience. Managing breaks, following scheduled appearance times, and adapting your performance to different crowd sizes are all part of the routine. The role is physically demanding and requires the ability to stay enthusiastic and engaging during long shifts, contributing to the overall magic of the park.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Disney character position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Disney Character, you need strong physical stamina, expressive body language, and performance skills, often backed by experience in acting, dancing, or similar disciplines. Training in safety procedures, costume management, and occasionally basic sign language are important technical requirements. Exceptional interpersonal skills, teamwork, and the ability to remain cheerful and in character under pressure make candidates stand out. These skills ensure magical guest interactions, seamless park operations, and the maintenance of Disney’s high entertainment standards.

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Infographic showing various Disney Character job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, and 9% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,575 per year, or $26.7 per hour.

Character Design Lead - Disney Television Animation

The Walt Disney Company

Glendale, CA

$74.68 - $82.15/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Walt Disney Company rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 130 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 52 rated entertainment

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Character Design Lead - Disney Television Animation

Req ID:

10159762

Job Description:

About this Role and our Studio

Disney Television Animation(DTVA)has over 40 years of legacy as a top producer of kids & family entertainment. Our work is integraltoThe Walt Disney Company, bringing Disney-branded characters and stories to families' homes across the globe.

DTVA createsboth long-form and short-form content spanningtraditional2D, rig-based 2D, CG (preschool), CG (premium), and stop-motion.We createshows ina broad range of unique and innovative styles, and we aim to match the right talent with the right production in terms of skill and artistic style.

Bysubmittingan applicationfor thisCharacter Design Lead role, youmaybeconsideredforanyCharacter Design Leadpositions that arise until theexpirationdate provided.

Applications submitted to this job posting will remain valid until December 31, 2026.

Whatyou willdo

This is a key leadership role that partners with the Executive Producer, Art Director Line Producer, Production and Creative Executives to execute the creative vision of theseries. The Character Design Lead will work directly with the team to ensure a quality and consistency of style throughout the series.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with the Art Director to review scripts and storyboards andfor characters that need to be designed for each episode.Flag complexity issues as they arise.

  • In collaboration withthe Executive Producer and Art Director,setthe visual style of the series, creating conceptual and production artwork.

  • Ensure that the high quality and style of showestablishedby the Executive Producer andArt Director is achieved andmaintained.

  • Furtherthe storytelling process by developing the look, personality and feel of characters.

  • Capture the personality and life of a character with their design and attire.

  • Create turnarounds, special poses, mouthchartsand expression sheets and provide aclean pass of the final approved design.

  • May oversee the Character Design team,delegatingwork andmonitoringtheir schedules to create andmaintainconsistency with the design of the project

  • Communicate and problem-solve with vendor animation studio.

Required Qualificationsand Skills

  • 5-7 years of experience in artistic animation production.

  • Experience leading a team preferred.

  • Ability to design and create a variety of characters, turnarounds, mouth charts, expressionsheetsand special poses.

  • Experience working withoverseesvendor studios.

  • A broad knowledge of artistic styles, latest technology and film is essential.

  • Knowledge of drawing software that includes Photoshop, Illustrator,Harmonyand 3D technology, where applicable.

  • Ability to align with style and sensibility of show.

  • Strong leadership qualities with the ability to partner with Creatives and Executives, collaborate with peers, and manage and mentor artists.

  • Positive attitudewith the ability to be flexible.

  • Excellent organizational, verbal, written, e-socialskillsand acumen.

Education

  • Bachelordegree or equivalent work experience

Job Location

  • This is a fully on-site role based in Glendale, CA.

The pay rate for this role in California is $74.68 to $82.15 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

Disney Branded Television

Job Posting Primary Business:

TVA Production Management

Primary Job Posting Category:

Modeling

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-08-31

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About Walt Disney

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At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. "We create happiness." That's our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!

Industry

Amusement, gambling, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Burbank, CA, US

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