Art Director  Expat to Osaka

At Universal Creative we design develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Parks & Resorts worldwide. Our innovative attractions immersive theme parks and world-class resorts fuse art and technology to create new standards in the themed entertainment industry.

Our Team Members are the driving force behind Universal Creative. With their diverse skills and forward-thinking ideas our team pushes us beyond the boundaries of whats possible to achieve the extraordinary. Together were creating a Universe of fun always ensuring the next thing we do is better than the last thing we did.

JOB SUMMARY:

Imagine shaping the lookfeeland emotional impactof experiences enjoyedbyguests from aroundthe Art Director withUniversalCreativeyouwill unite storytelling artarchitecture scenerylighting and specialeffects into one cohesivecreative vision. Youwilllead talentedcreative teamsand vendorswhile overseeing designfromearly concepts through artistic leadershipandexperience-basedentertainmentexpertisetoprojects wherecreativitybecomes reality.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops visual design direction and defines design elements of the assigned project that affect the guest experience. This may be accomplished with many different methods including but not limited to; creating sketches illustrations models composite imagery and image research documentation. Supervise others to develop those design ideas.
• Oversees and directs design fabrication and installation of all on-stage project elements to ensure the creative intent is achieved as envisioned by the Creative Director. Project elements such as architecture scenic art scenery props animation show action special fx and lighting.
• Collaborates with internal talent and external vendors to execute the desired vision. Directs art related vendors and any scenic scope that requires art direction.
• In collaboration with the Creative Director act as design vision-keeper for the project maintaining a cohesive design in all elements associated with the project through all phases of design and development.
• Creates and presents project materials to internal and external audiences to communicate project concept content and status.
• Works with the Show Producer to identify and procure talent and resources necessary to complete the project.
• Acts as project liaison with internal and external partners licensors and intellectual property developers as needed.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy procedures training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Ability to communicate complex artistic ideas through a combination of written and visual and materials required. This role must have in depth knowledge of color theory art history scenic painting techniques sculpture architecture perspective theatrical lighting techniques and storytelling.

SCOPE:

Non-routine; general policies applied to frequently changing situations. Responsible for directing teams of creative project personnel such as writers artists directors scenic designers programmers graphic designers etc.

Influences decisions of significant nature requiring high degree of tact.

EDUCATION:

Technical school is preferred. Associates degree (AA) in Theater Art Film or Architecture is required. Bachelors degree in Theater Art Film or Architecture is required. Masters degree in Theater Art Film or Architecture is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

10 years production design and field experience based on Universal Creative standards. Designing experience-based entertainment for world-class theme parks or related industries; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Your talent skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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