Fall Intern - Visual Development

Job Description

Responsibilities

DreamWorks Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for the

moon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to make

dreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of the

world's leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series,

reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and build

immersive new worlds.

DreamWorks creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats,

delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the

experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to

success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield

the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators,

who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together.

In the DreamWorks Internship Program, interns work in an engaging and exciting

environment alongside creative leaders and artists who are committed to building an

inclusive and collaborative culture. Interns are immersed into TV and Feature animated

productions while gaining hands-on experience at our studio. Open to students and

recent grads, we love those who are driven and hungry to learn, are curious and

resourceful, and most importantly, are passionate about animation.

The Internship Program also showcases best-in-class opportunities by offering executive

speaker series, professional/career development workshops, artistic classes, practice art

tests, community outreach opportunities, movie screenings, and much more!

If you are part of the fandom and believe teamwork makes the dream work, join us in

#livingthedream and #doingyourdreamwork!

Fall 2024 Visual Development Internship:
• Applications close: June 24, 2024 at 11:59pm PT
• Program Dates: September 30 2024 - December 6, 2024
• Time Commitment: Part Time (24 hours per week required)
• Format: Hybrid (In-Person) or Remote

Job Description

''What would you say you do here?''

For TV animated feature-length projects, Visual Development artists imagine and

propose ideas for what the animated world should look like based on the story,

characters, and action. They use reference, illustration, drawing, design skills and

animation and 3D tools like Maya to build visuals that convey ideas about how they

envision the look of the world.
• The goal of the internship is to experience visual development in a production environment over the span of 10 weeks.
• The intern will be partnered with a production, working closely with design leads and mentors.
• This intern may have responsibilities entailing Lighting/Color Keys and CFX design by pulling reference, designing rough concepts, painting, and more.
• Ask questions, clarify notes, and ensure designs are completed per the feedback provided.
• Ensure deadlines are consistently met and communicate progress of work to supervisors and to appropriate production staff.

Qualifications

''What do I need to have in order to do this job?''
• Strong skills in Photoshop required.
• Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at a College/University (or equivalent), or be a recent graduate (within six months of graduation date).
• Strong drawing skills with a demonstrated sense of design, painting, color and lighting, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be willing to work in Glendale, California.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.

Hourly Rate: $17.00

Hybrid OR Fully Remote: This position is open to be completed Hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week, OR Fully Remote, contributing from a non-DreamWorks worksite, most commonly an employee's residence.

Additional Information

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