Visual Development Intern, DreamWorks Animation, Fall 2026
NBCUniversal
Posted about 2 hours ago
Job Description
Responsibilities: “What would you say you do here?”
For feature animated films and TV animated 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 over the span of 10 weeks working closely with Production Designers and mentors.
This intern will work through concept designs to final designs by pulling reference, crafting mood boards and designing sets, props, color keys, 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
Basic Qualifications: “What do I need to have in order to do this job?”
Strong skills in Photoshop
Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at a College/University (or equivalent), or be a recent graduate (within six months of graduation date)
Must be 18 years of age or older
Must be willing to work in Glendale, California
Ability to provide own relocation, housing and transportation
Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Desired Qualifications: “What can I offer?”
Experience with 3D tools (Maya, Blender, ZBrush) preferred.
Hourly Rate: $17.87
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].
