Illustrator – Character Art & Licensed Products

Overview

Pin USA is seeking a talented, creative, and detail-oriented Illustrator with exceptional drawing skills and a strong understanding of Disney characters, their personalities, expressions, and unique characteristics. The ideal candidate must create imaginative, engaging, and accurate on-model artwork while maintaining established character guidelines. All illustration and artwork development is performed on computers using professional design software and Wacom drawing tablets.

Key Responsibilities

• Create original, imaginative, and visually compelling character illustrations.
• Accurately draw Disney characters on-model, capturing their personalities, expressions, and distinctive features.
• Develop creative compositions, poses, and storytelling concepts.
• Adapt to various illustration styles and licensed properties.
• Collaborate with the Art Director and creative team to develop and refine artwork.
• Prepare high-quality, production-ready artwork while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Exceptional drawing, illustration, and character design skills.
• Strong knowledge of Disney characters and official character style guides.
• Excellent understanding of anatomy, proportions, expressions, and composition.
• Strong creativity, artistic versatility, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.
• Experience illustrating on computers using Wacom drawing tablets or equivalent professional pen tablets.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and time-management skills.
• Experience with licensed merchandise and collectible pin design is a plus.
• Must work on-site 5 days a week.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a resume and portfolio showcasing their strongest character illustrations, including on-model drawings, expressive poses, and creative compositions.

Qualified applicants may be invited to complete an illustration assessment using professional computer-based drawing tools to demonstrate their creativity, technical skills, and ability to capture character personalities.

A portfolio is required for consideration.

Pay: $27.40 - $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance