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HIS LLC

Senior Designer - Girls Licensed Apparel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$112K - $120K/yr

Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, with strong sketching skills. * Must have experience designing kids' apparel. * Licensed apparel experience (e.g., Disney, Nickelodeon) is preferred but ...

ESPN

Senior Concept Artist

Bristol, CT · On-site +1

$112K - $154K/yr

Partner with stakeholder groups across ESPN and Disney to ensure alignment, collaboration, and ... Illustrator, Figma, or related creative platforms. * Strong motion design, animation, editing, or ...

ESPN

Senior Concept Artist

Bridgeport, CT · On-site +1

$112K - $154K/yr

Partner with stakeholder groups across ESPN and Disney to ensure alignment, collaboration, and ... Illustrator, Figma, or related creative platforms. * Strong motion design, animation, editing, or ...

ESPN

Senior Concept Artist

Norwalk, CT · On-site +1

$112K - $154K/yr

Partner with stakeholder groups across ESPN and Disney to ensure alignment, collaboration, and ... Illustrator, Figma, or related creative platforms. * Strong motion design, animation, editing, or ...

ESPN

Senior Concept Artist

Hartford, CT · On-site +1

$112K - $154K/yr

Partner with stakeholder groups across ESPN and Disney to ensure alignment, collaboration, and ... Illustrator, Figma, or related creative platforms. * Strong motion design, animation, editing, or ...

ESPN

Senior Concept Artist

Meriden, CT · On-site +1

$112K - $154K/yr

Partner with stakeholder groups across ESPN and Disney to ensure alignment, collaboration, and ... Illustrator, Figma, or related creative platforms. * Strong motion design, animation, editing, or ...

Northern Impact

Designer | Workplace

Culver City, CA · On-site

... Disney, Sony, Dreamworks, and HBO. Currently, they are seeking Designers to work on creative ... Proficiency with computer tools and applications, skills should include Revit, AutoCad, Illustrator ...

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How much do disney illustrator jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 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 is a Disney illustrator?

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.

What types of projects does a Disney illustrator 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Disney illustrator, 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.

How much do Disney illustrators make?

Disney illustrators typically earn between $50,000 and $90,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and level of seniority. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced artists or those in senior roles can earn higher salaries, often supplemented with benefits and creative project opportunities.

How to become a Disney Illustrator?

To become a Disney Illustrator, you typically need a strong portfolio showcasing your drawing and storytelling skills, often with a background in fine arts, animation, or illustration. Proficiency in digital tools like Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator and understanding of character design and animation principles are essential, along with relevant experience or internships in the entertainment industry.

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Infographic showing various Disney Illustrator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 84% In-person, 11% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,345 per year, or $28.5 per hour.

Assoc Product Design Mgr

The Walt Disney Company

Kissimmee, FL • On-site

$91K - $121K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 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:

Assoc Product Design Mgr

Req ID:

10157818

Job Description:

Associate Product Design Manager- Softlines Men's & Boy's Apparel

Job Summary:

For this role, we are seeking an Associate Product Designer with an apparel/graphic design background.

Responsible for a specific range of products of a single category under general supervision from management / leadership. Builds strong peer / team relationships to ensure the highest quality, consumer focused, trend-right product lines across all channels of distribution (licensing, flex business models, vertical and wholesale) that build brand equity and meet financial targets. This role will report directly to the Manager, Product Design and sit onsite in Glendale, CA or Orlando, FL.

Responsibilities:

  • Concept, design, sketch, prototype (fit sessions, production art), deliver and present trend-right consumer centric product lines that feature market-leading innovation and great price/value for each tier of the value pyramid

  • Develop and design product mock-ups, compile line sheets for line reviews, layout creative presentations, and retail pitch decks

  • Collaborate with internal partners (Creative Design, Brand Merchandising, Sourcing and Tech Design, BERGs, CBM, Legal, Business Affairs, Product Integrity, Integrated Retail, BPM, Public Affairs, D&I teams, Cultural Consultants) and external partners (Studios & Disney Channel Content Providers, Games, Publishing, WDI, DTR Partners) to design and approve all products

  • Monitor competitors, product innovation and market dynamics

  • Research Initial seasonal trends by category

  • Multi-task and prioritize multiple design projects within deadline

Required Qualifications:

  • 2-3+ years of related experience

  • Solid knowledge in softlines categories (raw materials, textiles, print, pattern, graphic composition, manufacturing)

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Solid negotiating skills

  • Strong product design skills (e.g. technical design, sketching, creative application and manipulation of art, final mechanical art, fabric and trim identification)

  • Strong computer software skills (e.g. MS Office, Photoshop, Illustrator)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Graphic Design, Textile Design, Typography

Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field (e.g. fashion design, graphic design, textile design) or equivalent work experience (apparel or graphic preferred)

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $95,500.00-$128,000.00 per year and in Orlando, FL is $91,000 to $121,900 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

NA - Global Product

Job Posting Primary Business:

NA - Global Product

Primary Job Posting Category:

Product Design

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

USA - FL - 3030 Maingate

Date Posted:

2026-08-17

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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!

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Amusement, gambling, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Burbank, CA, US

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