Animation Timer - Disney Television Animation
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10149318 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Disney Branded Television Date posted Apr. 22, 2026Job Summary:
About this Role and our Studio
Disney Television Animation (DTVA) has over 40 years of legacy as a top producer of kids & family entertainment. Our work is integral to The Walt Disney Company, bringing Disney-branded characters and stories to families’ homes across the globe.
DTVA creates both long-form and short-form content spanning traditional 2D, rig-based 2D, CG (preschool), CG (premium), and stop-motion. We create shows in a broad range of unique and innovative styles, and we aim to match the right talent with the right production in terms of skill and artistic style.
By submitting an application for this Animation Timer role, you may be considered for any Animation Timer positions that arise until the expiration date provided.
This evergreen job posting will expire on June 30, 2026.
What you will do
The main responsibility for the Animation Timer is to ensure that the Director and Executive Producer’s overall creative vision for the timing of the show is understood by the studio producing the animation through completion of timing on the x-sheets (exposure sheets). Responsibilities include:
Using the animatic and storyboards as a guide, works out the timing of the dialogue and the overall action.
Indicates lip assignment
Delivers finished x-sheets per scheduled deadline to either the Timing Supervisor or Director
Perform additional duties as assigned
Required Qualifications and Skills
A minimum of 3 years of experience in Animation departments
Knowledge of Traditional Animation and CG Animation pipelines
Working knowledge of Track Read and Animatic for problem solving
Familiarity with breadth of layout, background and slugging
Ability to produce approximately 90-100ft/day (depending on complexity of series)
Capable of identifying board adjustment
Alignment with style and sensibility of show
Flexibility in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Job Location
This is a fully on-site role based in Glendale, CA.
The pay rate for this role in California is $47.76 to $ 60.71 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
About Disney Branded Television:
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business we call Disney Branded Television.
Walt Disney Pictures is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.