**Experienced Animator – Disney Remote Illinois $26/Hour – Full Stack Animation and Visual Effects Specialist**

About Us

At Disney, we're not just a company – we're a community of creatives, innovators, and storytellers who come together to bring magic to life. As a leader in the entertainment industry, we're constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible, and we're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team. Our Remote office in Illinois offers a state-of-the-art and comfortable workspace, where you can collaborate with our team of experts and contribute to the creation of unforgettable experiences.

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced Animator to join our team as a Full Stack Animation and Visual Effects Specialist. As a key member of our team, you'll be responsible for working with existing animation layouts and creating new abilities to make increasingly complex customized animations. This is an involved position requiring great working knowledge of Eventual outcomes, Media Encoder, Photoshop, and Artist, as well as a strong understanding of animation principles, motion graphics, and visual effects. If you're a creative problem-solver with a passion for animation and a drive to deliver high-quality results, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Use existing animation records and components to create content for ESPN programming
• Interpret task details and creative direction into visually compelling solutions
• Logically advance skills in creating customized animations
• Display brilliant collaboration skills, responsive to feedback and correction requests
• Be able to easily switch between multiple tasks and projects
• Have a strong attention to detail, timelines, delivery details, and established project work processes
• Be expected to develop skills to design animation projects for effective creation, delivery, and documentation
• Have resilient individual and team relational skills
• Create and design illustrations for studio shows and remote events, including daily show creation planning

Essential Qualifications

• Section-level position requiring fundamental knowledge of Eventual outcomes, Media Encoder, Photoshop, Artist
• Essential understanding of animation, motion graphics, and visual effects principles
• Solid attention to detail, timelines, delivery details, and established project work processes
• Great overall demeanor, open to creative and constructive feedback, willing to adapt to task specifics easily
• Willing to thrive in a fast-paced team environment and be confident while working independently
• Solid communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills
• Willing to proactively learn new software and technologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Eventual outcomes, Media Encoder, Photoshop, Artist, Film 4D
• Online portfolio/demo reel
• This is a hybrid job requiring a blend of On-site (Charlotte, NC) and Remote (Work from Home) work during the week
• Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays as tasks require
• Experience working with clients and creating content within established brand guidelines
• Earlier games planning as well as animation experience in school or similar work experience
• Interest in sports and knowledge of ESPN programming

Skills and Competencies

To succeed in this role, you'll need to possess a unique blend of technical, creative, and interpersonal skills. You should be proficient in Eventual outcomes, Media Encoder, Photoshop, and Artist, with a strong understanding of animation principles, motion graphics, and visual effects. You'll also need to be a collaborative team player with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. If you're a creative problem-solver with a passion for animation and a drive to deliver high-quality results, we want to hear from you.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At Disney, we're committed to helping our employees grow and develop their skills. As a Full Stack Animation and Visual Effects Specialist, you'll have access to a range of training and development opportunities, including workshops, conferences, and online courses. You'll also have the chance to work on a variety of projects, collaborating with our team of experts to bring magic to life. Whether you're looking to advance your career or simply learn new skills, we're here to support you every step of the way.

Work Environment and Company Culture

Our Remote office in Illinois offers a state-of-the-art and comfortable workspace, where you can collaborate with our team of experts and contribute to the creation of unforgettable experiences. We're a fast-paced and dynamic team, always pushing the boundaries of what's possible. If you're a creative problem-solver with a passion for animation and a drive to deliver high-quality results, we want to hear from you.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of $26/hour, as well as a range of benefits and perks, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. We're committed to supporting our employees' well-being and happiness, both in and out of the workplace.

How to Apply

Ready to join our team? The first step is easy. Click apply now and we'll be in touch soon! Please submit your application, including your resume, cover letter, and a link to your online portfolio/demo reel. We can't wait to hear from you!