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Character Art Intern, Summer/Fall 2025

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Design
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • Kissimmee

AI generated summary

  • You must have art/design skills, knowledge of cartooning, proficiency in Adobe programs, and be a senior in college. Be 18+, enrolled in a degree program, and have work authorization.
  • You will create character illustrations, generate ideas for franchise expansion, develop art styles, brainstorm product concepts, uphold art standards, and build a character art community.

Requirements

  • An understanding/working knowledge of graphic design, character art, or merchandise design
  • An understanding of the principles of cartooning, cartoon animation and character art
  • Previous exposure and skill in multiple mediums including: sculpting, painting, and drawing
  • Strong traditional and digital drawing skills and concepting skills.
  • Proficiency and confidence in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
  • Please be a fresh and inventive creative thinker with a proven ability to work strongly as part of a team
  • An understanding and awareness of marketplace trends
  • Able to present creative concepts in both formal and informal settings.
  • Current Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Art or Design
  • Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
  • Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship. Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Possess unrestricted work authorization

Responsibilities

  • Development of character illustrations for style guides and portfolios across multiple properties and cross divisions.
  • Idea generation for Franchise Expansion
  • Art style/new technique development to co-ordinate with trends in the marketplace
  • Contribute to new product ideas and participate in brainstorming sessions.
  • Maintain high character art standards for the region.
  • Develop a strong character art community across GPC
  • Understand Disney Characters and Disney storytelling and how it translates to products.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Character Art Internship?

The approximate dates of the in-person internship are June 9th, 2025, to January 3rd, 2026.

What are the hours of work for the internship?

Interns must be able to maintain a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship.

Is housing provided for the internship?

The interns must provide their own housing during the internship program in the Orlando area, but there may be assistance with housing opportunities through American Campus Communities for Florida-based interns.

Are there any age requirements for applicants?

Yes, applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Is a portfolio required for application?

Yes, a portfolio review is required for this position. Applicants must include a URL link to their portfolio on their resume for full consideration.

What qualifications are required for the internship?

Applicants should have an understanding of graphic design, character art, or merchandise design, along with strong traditional and digital drawing skills, proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, and a Bachelor’s degree in Art or Design.

What is the hourly pay for this internship?

The pay rate for this role in Florida is $22.00 per hour.

Are there any specific software skills required?

Yes, proficiency and confidence in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop are required.

Can individuals currently participating in another Disney Program apply?

Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program participants may only work for one consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.

Will the internship involve teamwork?

Yes, candidates should be fresh and inventive creative thinkers with a proven ability to work strongly as part of a team.

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