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The Walt Disney Company

Graphic Designer

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$65K - $87K/yr

InDesign, After Effects, Premiere, Illustrator, Photoshop A strong awareness of Disney, The Disneyland Resort and Disney Cast Member history Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and ...

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The Walt Disney Company

Sr Product Designer

Glendale, CA · On-site +1

$102K - $140K/yr

Job Posting Title: Sr Product Designer Req ID: 10153819 Disney Consumer Products is seeking a ... MS Office, Keynote for deck creation) and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator ...

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As of Jul 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for disney illustrator in the United States is $59,345.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $68,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Disney Illustrator, you need strong drawing and conceptualization skills along with a degree in art, illustration, or a related field. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, digital drawing tablets, and familiarity with animation pipelines are typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities are essential to consistently produce high-quality artwork that aligns with Disney's brand and storytelling standards.

What types of projects do Disney Illustrators typically work on, and how does their work impact larger creative teams?

Disney Illustrators are involved in creating concept art, character designs, backgrounds, and visual development pieces for a variety of media including animated films, TV shows, merchandise, and theme park attractions. Their work often serves as the visual foundation for animators, modelers, and other creative professionals within interdisciplinary production teams. Illustrators frequently participate in collaborative meetings and feedback sessions to ensure their artwork aligns with directors’ visions and project requirements. The impact of their illustrations extends beyond individual scenes, deeply influencing the visual identity and narrative cohesion of Disney’s projects. This collaborative structure provides illustrators with diverse creative challenges and opportunities to grow within the company.

What is a Disney Illustrator job?

A Disney Illustrator is a professional artist responsible for creating visual concepts and artwork for Disney’s films, television shows, merchandise, theme parks, and marketing materials. They use traditional and digital illustration techniques to develop characters, environments, storyboards, and promotional designs that align with Disney’s artistic style and storytelling standards. These illustrators often collaborate with animators, writers, and designers to bring Disney magic to life through visually compelling imagery.

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Infographic showing various Disney Illustrator job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 87% In-person, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,345 per year, or $28.5 per hour.
FX Artist - Disney Television Animation

FX Artist - Disney Television Animation

The Walt Disney Company

Glendale, CA

$59.16 - $64.62/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 126 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 48 rated entertainment

Job description

Job Posting Title:

FX Artist - Disney Television Animation

Req ID:

10151018

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 thisFX Artist role, youmaybeconsideredforanyFX Artist positions that arise until theexpirationdate provided.

This evergreen job posting will expire onDecember 31, 2026.

Whatyou willdo

We're looking for FX Artist to join an unannounced series at Disney Television Animation!

  • The artist produces all FX animation within the provided scenes.

  • Utilizing any reference given from the design packs and following the timing from the animatic, the artist creates the FX in the style established in the series.

  • FX includes water, fire, smoke, dust, debris, electrical, lighting and all other aspects of effects design and animation.

  • Additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications and Skills

  • Must have 2D FX animation experience for television

  • An impeccable understanding of the animation principles; highly developed drawing skills.

  • Strong understanding of motion, weight, emotion and acting, with an emphasis on clear storytelling.

  • Ability to align with style and sensibility of show

  • A portfolio demonstrating your ability to design and create a variety of props and styles

  • Knowledge of drawing software that includes Photoshop, Illustrator, and 3D technology, where applicable. Previous experience with Toonboom Harmony is an asset but not a necessity. Skills

  • Positive attitude with the ability to be flexible

  • Excellent organizational, verbal, written, e-social skills and acumen Education

Education

  • Bachelor degree 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 $59.16 to $64.62 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:

2026-05-13

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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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