Background Designer

Job Posting Title: Background Designer Req ID: 10114915 Job Description: Marvel Studios has created one of the most powerful brands by bringing memorable, life-changing storytelling to the World through incredible characters like Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Captain Marvel, and Black Panther. The Marvel Cinematic Universe multi-film franchises have redefined the genre by building a universe filled with creativity, innovation and collaboration. At Marvel Studios, you will be part of a team that helps propel our legacy into the future with a vision as far-reaching as our characters, worlds and stories. Marvel Studios Animation is hiring. This is an IATSE 839 position covered by a collective bargaining agreement. The BG Designer will work closely with the production designer and art director to create 2D and CG concepts for storyboards and 2D background designs for 2D show. The BG Designer generates background designs, overlays, underlays, shadow and color guides, floor plans and any other background-related art that the production may require, ensuring style and quality of show is met. RESPONSIBILITIES • Review script for backgrounds needed at handout of show. • Complete all rough, revised and final designs necessary within assigned deadlines. • Resolve design problems with creative supervisors. • Ensure all deadlines are met. • Communicate progress of work to appropriate production staff. • Ensure all artwork is properly backed up and saved appropriately. • Ensure all shipping materials are prepared and ready on time. • Be available for questions until your department's shipment is complete. • If required, generate multiple views of environment and specific elements within it. • Assist with special projects. • If applicable, make special shadow and color indications. Qualifications • Must demonstrate proficiency in style of show. • Strong background design skills. • Relevant drawing experience necessary. • Thorough understanding of perspective. • Knowledge of or willingness to learn applicable design software and hardware. • Strong time-management skills. • Work well under pressure. The pay rate for this role in California is $56.38 to $65.32 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: Marvel Animation Job Posting Primary Business: Marvel Animation Primary Job Posting Category: Production Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Remote Worker Location, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2025-02-28 About The Walt Disney Company: The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

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