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The Walt Disney Company

14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Design
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree or equivalent experience, strong character art skills, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, excellent communication, and the ability to thrive in diverse teams.
  • You will develop high-quality character illustrations, ensure timely approvals, provide creative guidance, support artists, attend trade shows, and foster collaboration across teams.

Requirements

  • Degree‑level education in a relevant creative discipline (such as character art, illustration, animation or graphic design), or equivalent professional experience, with a proven track record in a similar role within the creative, entertainment or consumer products space.
  • Strong expertise in character art, including a deep understanding of cartooning, cartoon animation principles, and how character artwork translates into product and storytelling. Experience drawing Disney characters and working with established character equity is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated ability to create high‑quality 2D artwork across multiple styles, using both traditional and digital methods, with proven experience in digital inking and rendering. Experience with 3D modelling and working across additional mediums such as sculpting, painting and drawing is beneficial.
  • Strong foundation in design fundamentals, including illustration, layout, colour and typography, combined with excellent graphic design capability and a sharp eye for detail.
  • Advanced working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop and Illustrator, with experience using Keynote and other creative tools to produce presentations, pitches and visual storytelling materials.
  • Commercially aware and creatively curious, with a strong understanding of marketplace and consumer trends and the ability to identify fresh, innovative opportunities within character art and product design.
  • Confident communicator and creative storyteller, able to generate, present and successfully sell creative ideas to internal and external partners in both formal and informal settings.
  • Proven experience building effective relationships and collaborating with stakeholders within a large, multinational, matrixed organisation, demonstrating strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder‑management skills.
  • Resourceful, adaptable and culturally sensitive, with the ability to work effectively across diverse, international teams while maintaining consistently high creative and brand standards.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with the Senior Character Art Manager to develop high‑quality character illustrations for style guides and portfolios across multiple franchises and business divisions.
  • Ensure timely delivery of 2D and 3D character approvals and corrections, maintaining consistency, artistic excellence, and brand integrity across all product applications.
  • Act as a key point of contact for EMEA teams on character art and brand equity queries, providing clear and trusted creative guidance.
  • Contribute to idea generation by developing new art styles and techniques aligned with marketplace trends, and identifying character art innovation and whitespace opportunities.
  • Provide creative direction and feedback to external freelance artists, licensees and suppliers to ensure all artwork meets Disney's quality and brand standards.
  • Attend relevant trade shows and exhibitions to gather inspiration, explore emerging creative trends, and deepen understanding of the business and consumer landscape.
  • Maintain full compliance with corporate and brand guidelines, ensuring character and design consistency across all outputs.
  • Actively contribute ideas for franchise and business growth, including participation in brainstorming sessions and cross‑team creative initiatives.
  • Offer hands‑on creative support to the team, including archiving assets, backing up work, and producing digital presentations as required.
  • Encourage collaboration and asset sharing across GPC, driving efficiencies through shared materials, XLOB initiatives, and best‑practice ways of working.
  • Help build and nurture a strong character art community across GPC at The Walt Disney Company, fostering collaboration and creative excellence.
  • Uphold consistently high character art standards across the EMEA region.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Character Artist?

The primary responsibility of the Character Artist is to create high-quality, original character artwork for a wide range of product uses, supporting regional EMEA needs, and contributing to 3D character art approvals.

Where is the Character Artist position located?

The Character Artist position is based in the London Hammersmith office, with an option to work from home either on Monday or Friday.

What kind of projects will the Character Artist work on?

The Character Artist will manage projects of varying complexity, developing artwork for assigned characters and providing support on additional creative requests as required.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A degree-level education in a relevant creative discipline (such as character art, illustration, animation, or graphic design) or equivalent professional experience, along with a proven track record in a similar role, is required.

What skills are necessary for the role of Character Artist?

Strong expertise in character art, proficiency in 2D artwork creation, a solid foundation in design fundamentals, advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, and excellent communication and collaboration skills are necessary.

Will the Character Artist be involved in mentoring or overseeing other artists?

Yes, the Character Artist will provide creative direction and feedback to external freelance artists, licensees, and suppliers, ensuring that artwork meets Disney's quality and brand standards.

Is experience with Disney characters preferred for this role?

Yes, experience drawing Disney characters and working with established character equity is highly desirable.

What kind of workplace culture does Disney promote?

Disney promotes a culture grounded in values such as integrity, inclusion, creativity, collaboration, and community support.

What benefits are included with this position?

Benefits include 25 days of annual leave, private medical insurance and dental care, free park entry for employees and their families, Disney discounts, excellent parental leave, and inclusion in Employee Resource Groups.

Does Disney accommodate individuals with disabilities during the application process?

Yes, Disney is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the job application or interview process and while performing essential job functions.

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