Starz Animation, Toronto, Multiple Positions

Starz Animation, Toronto, one of Canada’s largest 3D Animation Studios, is currently in production on Miramax Film’s major animation movie, “Gnomeo and Juliet”. Directed by Kelly Asbury and with music and lyrics by legendary songwriting team ELTON JOHN & BERNIE TAUPIN, this animated feature will be released in 2011.

Position Description: Scene Prep Artist
For: Gnomeo and Juliet
Reports to Scene Prep Supervisor
Position Description and Requirements:
Scene Prep Artists provide production ready files for the flow through the pipeline to animation, lighting and FX.
Skill Set Overview:
• Solid foundation in Maya
• Mel scripting/batch scripting experience an asset but not required
• Experience working in other areas of production especially lighting, & comp an asset
• Ability to identify and resolve technical problems/issues as it pertains to continuity
• Able to rapidly learn and assimilate new technologies
• Must be able to respect schedules and artistic guidelines.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to accept direction and be open to changes from animation supervisors
• Ability to work cooperatively within a creative team environment
• Must be detail oriented

Position Description: Animator
For: Gnomeo and Juliet
Reports to Supervising Animator and Head of Animation
Position Description and Requirements:
• Previous study of anatomy, perspective and composition.
• Demonstrated expert knowledge of timing, acting, posing and lip-synch
• Previous work should reflect a strong understanding of character personality, movement and storytelling.
• Expert knowledge of Maya
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• Demonstrated success at working at Feature level quotas
• Strong problem solving skills and ability to present solutions in order to meet quotas required
• Clear communication style – open and responsive
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment, taking direction from the Supervisor and feedback from Directors(s) as necessary.
• Post graduate diploma in classical or 3D Animation
• 5+ years character animation on CG Feature Films

Position Description: Technical Director
For: Gnomeo and Juliet
Reports to Supervisor, Pipeline Architecture
Position Description and Requirements:

The Technical Director is responsible for designing, developing and improving production focused pipeline workflow processes. Technical Directors may also be called on to do shot work when necessary during production.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Design, prototype and implement artist-focused production tools, using Maya, Mentalray, Fusion, Python, MEL, and C++.
Collaborate with Production Management on utilization of production tools and workflow processes.
Troubleshoot production problems, and proactively work to minimize their impact.
Design and execute project work plans to produce known deliverables on a pre-determined timetable.
Be aware of new technologies, techniques, and processes that will benefit studio’s production processes for current and future projects.
Share and present new research, ideas and technology with others in the studio.
Perform shot work/fixes as required during production.

Minimum Qualifications and Abilities:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent job experience
3+ Years of (CG) Experience, Feature Film experience preferred
Experience working with Maya, Mentalray, MTMR, Fusion, or equivalents.
Experience with WxPython
Experience using various scripting languages - primarily Python, Mel, CShell
Experience in C/C++ or some other object-oriented programming language
Experience with subversion, cvs or another revision control system
Experience designing user interfaces
Excellent troubleshooting/debugging skills
Strong communication skills
Superior time management and prioritization skills
Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
Flexible and adaptable to change
Coach and mentor junior coworkers as required

Position Description: Lead Lighter/Compositor
For: Gnomeo and Juliet
Reports to Head of Lighting & Compositing
Job Duties:
• Help maintain lighting pipeline/work flow as dictated by project
• Ensure work is of the highest possible quality
• Understand how to properly economize renders while still achieving required quality
• Work closely with the artistic leads to ensure creative direction is achieved
• Be able to work with lighting artists to provide guidance and assist in problem solving
Experience Required:

• Feature Film experience required
• Thorough knowledge of Maya and Mental Ray
• Advanced understanding of lighting and advanced shading networks
• Good balance between artistic and technical skills
• Advanced knowledge of Fusion or similar node based compositing package
• Be able to properly assess appropriate balance of lighting and compositing for a given shot
• Python & UNIX knowledge a plus
• Knowledge of modeling, animation, FX and surfacing a plus

Core Competencies:
• Able to communication effectively to people across all disciplines, and with various levels of experience
• Must be detail oriented and organized, possess strong communication skills, and be able to handle a variety of tasks in an efficient manner.
• Must possess exceptional problem solving skills.
• Works in a collaborative manner and follow direction as required
• Must be a team player and perform well under tight deadlines


If you are interested in applying for a position, please submit a DVD demo reel of your best work and a resume indicating which position you are applying for to:
Recruiting
Starz Animation
230 Richmond Street East
Toronto, Ontario
M5A 1P4
www.starzmedia.com
You can also email online to sat.jobs@starz.com
Reel Guidelines:
Please be sure to clearly label your demo reel with your name, contact information and position applying for. Your reel must include a shot breakdown outlining your specific contribution, as well as the tools used.
Please do not send original materials with your submissions. We are unable to return media or artwork.
Please note: successful applicants must be Canadian citizens or possess landed immigrant status, or be legally entitled to work in Canada.
We thank everyone for their interest in advance, but given the high volume of response we will be unable to reply to everyone in person. No phone calls please.

About the Film
Gnomeo and Juliet -- distributed by Miramax Films -- is an animated picture directed by Kelly Asbury (Shrek 2), produced by Baker Bloodworth, David Furnish, Steve Hamilton-Shaw and with songs by Elton John and Bernie Taupin. Now in production.

About Starz Animation, Toronto
Starz Animation, Toronto, one of Canada’s leading 3D animation studio for breakthrough digital production. Starz Animation, Toronto has gained a reputation for its commitment to excellence in high-end digital animation. By utilizing proprietary software technology, Starz Animation, Toronto, continues to advance its character animation and continually raises the bar in CGI animation production by offering the most high-end technology and visual tools available including; Maya, Inferno, Fusion, Mental Ray, Syflex, Real Flow, and Qube on a variety of platforms. Our artists’ creative skills are showcased in an ever-expanding body of work in feature films, direct-to-video productions, prime time and children’s CG animated series.
As part of Starz Media, Starz Animation, Toronto, has partners in development, production, and distribution of entertainment: Starz Home Entertainment/Anchor Bay, Starz/Encore, Film Roman, Manga and Vongo. As such, Starz Animation, Toronto, has the capability to distribute its programming to consumers however and wherever they want to watch: in theatres, on DVDs, via cable or satellite, on broadcast stations and over the internet in both the domestic and international markets.

Flash Animators Wanted, Drop Dead Gorgeous Productions, Montreal

Hello!
We are a busy Montreal animation studio currently in production on an adult-oriented comedy thriller pilot inspired by great Japanese Anime and Tarantino Films for delivery in February 2009.
We are seeking strong animators who are proficient in Flash 8 or CS3. Animators can work in Montreal or we can arrange for remote work for very strong talent who are already set up to work from home.
It's a fun show and we have a great group already in place, we need one or two more artists to add to our team.
please contact Caroline at Drop Dead Gorgeous Productions animeproduction@live.com
thanks!
Caroline
514 993 2914

Production Assistant, New Machine Studios, Calgary

Via AWN:

New Machine Studios Inc. is a small, independent animation production house located in Calgary, Alberta Canada. We are looking for a fun and ambitious individual with great organizational and interpersonal skills to assist us in our current production of a 13 episode CGI animated television series and beyond.

This is a full-time, entry-level postition where you will learn as you go, and it's a great opportunity for somebody who wants to become an independent producer in Canada.

As a production assistant you will have three primary areas or responsibility:
- To assist in the preparation of budgets, schedules and other supporting documentation for broadcasters, tax credits and production grant applications.
- To assist with the collection and preparation of weekly, monthly and quarterly progress reports for internal and external use.
- Light offices and clerical duties including data entry, filing, answering phones and other gopher work.

We're looking for somebody who is very detail-oriented, organized and punctual with a great attitude and a commitment to a career of producing animation.

We offer a fun and relaxed working environment, flexible scheduling options and benefits.

You must be a Canadian Citizen or landed immigrant with excellent communications skills (fluent english). Experience with Word and Excel would be an asset; in a perfect world you already know Quickbooks and/or EP Budgeting software. And of course you gotta love working with numbers!

We can't cover relocation expenses, so a Calgary-based candidate would be in the best position to get the job.

Contact Person: Colin Curwen Email Address: colin@newmachinestudios.com	Phone: (403) 262-2668 Fax: (403) 262-2678
Apply URL: http://www.newmachinestudios.com

Modelers, C.O.R.E Digital Pictures, Toronto

Via AWN:

C.O.R.E. Digital Pictures located in downtown Toronto is currently looking for experienced modelers to join our team on a dynamic new pre-teen animated series that will be aired on a major U.S. television network. In this position you will conceptualize & create 3D computer-generated models from 2D designs (characters, locations and props). In addition to reviewing models for complex movements, you will establish rigging procedures and suggest changes when necessary. The successful candidates will also create and apply UVs and textures needed to achieve desired surface qualities for the completion of models.

The company was founded in 1994 and is one of Canada's leading digital visual effects and animation studios. Over a decade later, C.O.R.E. has successfully built three divisions: C.O.R.E. Digital Pictures, C.O.R.E. Toons and C.O.R.E. Feature Animation. Over the years, with the underlying philosophy that a studio designed by artists for artists fosters the best creative environment, C.O.R.E. has produced award-winning work for more than 55 Feature Films, 24 Television Series and 24 Movies of the Week.

C.O.R.E. offers an exciting work environment; our open work structure allows for creativity and fun at the same time. The continuous flow of interesting new projects that are awarded from major studios and production companies makes working at C.O.R.E. a unique and fulfilling experience.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
·Experience with polygon modeling, utility nodes, and rigging techniques.
·Expertise in rigging characters and complicated props from scratch.
·Ability to paint textures and create procedural shaders is a plus.
·Working knowledge of Mel, tweaking scripts and writing simple procedures is a plus.
·A strong understanding and knowledge of human and animal anatomy is beneficial.
·Experience in UV layout, texture projections, and 2D texture painting.
·Build character facial rigs and corrective blend shapes within pipeline methodology.
·Proficiency Adobe Photoshop/Gimp.
·Experience with LINUX/UNIX and knowledge of Maya is required.
·The ideal candidate will have at least two strong skills out of three (modeling, rigging, texturing), with an intermediate knowledge of the area that is not their strongest.
·Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills required.
·Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, computer visualization, or computer animation required.
·Minimum 3 years experience modeling in 3D software with aptitude in polygonal modeling, a solid understanding of rigging techniques, modeling for efficient rendering and texture skills are a plus.
·At least 3 years work experience required in 3D CG for digital animation, or visual effects film.
·Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

JOB DUTIES
·Determine design solutions and methods for modeling characters.
·Create complex 3D model geometry of props, sets, characters, and objects to be painted, animated, and used in production.
·Design and implement animation controls and rigging systems characters and props using a combination of software packages and proprietary tools.
·Create and maintain facial animation blend shapes.
·Layout UVs, painting textures, and creating shaders.
·Work closely with Modelers, and Modeling Supervisor to achieve desired show look.
·Work with design team to execute desired look of textures for CG objects and characters.
·Work with team members to evaluate visual consistency.
·Riggers work closely with the animation department solving shot based problems.
·Prepare assets for integration in production database and validate assets for pipeline workflow.

When submitting your demo reel or website, be sure to include examples of work that demonstrate CG character modeling including wireframes, rigged characters, props in motion (preferably used in production), painted textures and/or other CG art. Also include samples or work that demonstrate your artistic abilities like life drawings, paintings, and/or figure sculptures.

Email your website to recruiting@coredp.com

Demo reel and resumes can be mailed to:
C.O.R.E. Digital Pictures Recruiting
461 King St. West
Toronto, Ontario
M5V 1K7

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest however only those under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.

APPLY FOR THIS JOB
Contact Person: Recruiting	Email Address: recruiting@coredp.com
Apply URL: http://www.coredp.com

VP Production/Animation, Ontario

This one is through Media-Match, and it looks like you have to register to apply:

VP Production/Animation

About the Job

Job Posting Date: 11/06/08

If you are looking to make an inspired career move and work for the world's most innovative children's entertainment company, apply now for the role of VP PRODUCTION.

We are seeking a VP of Production to work directly with the Executive Producer & Director of Content Development to source all elements of production and manage the production of multiple TV series concurrently from development to broadcast delivery. This position requires great instinct for telling stories that will have international appeal, general knowledge of television and interactive audience trends and a thirst for innovation. It's critical that this candidate has an extensive network of innovative and emerging talent that will help these productions stand out amongst the herd and possess the 'magic' that help steer otherwise good programs into great, groundbreaking entertainment. Understanding of the Canadian production system is a must.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee key creative elements from development through production.
• Establish creative checkpoints with clients to ensure that client expectations are achieved.
• Ensure that the creative goals are being met without over-complicating the project or going over budget.
• Monitor the progress of the outsourced production for quality and delivery.
• Approve post production material.
• Provide input on development materials and comments on scripts.
• Create sizzle reels for Sales and Distribution as required.

Qualifications:
• Minimum 8 years previous experience as a Producer of at least 8 animated series.
• Experience working in a Producer role on International Co-Productions
• Previous writing/story editing experience
• Proficient with Word and Excel.
• Strong Management Experience
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects.
• Self starter with the ability to take initiative and follow through for results.

Core competencies include but are required but not limited to:
• Creativity/Vision
• Shows Initiative/Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Assertive and Tenacious
• Organization/Planning and Self Awareness
• Written/Oral Communication

City, State: Ontario - Canada

Salary: open

Duration: full-time

Production Supervisor, 9 Story Entertainment Inc. Toronto

Via Playback Magazine:


9 Story Entertainment Inc.

9 Story Entertainment seeks a highly-motivated, experienced Production Supervisor, who is familiar with scheduling and overseeing concurrent projects. Must have 5+ years experience in the Animation Industry, and must have management and/or supervisory experience. Please visit our website for details.

In-House Editor, Red Rover Creative, Toronto

Redrover Creative is currently looking for a full time in house Editor for a 3D Animated 26X22 minute Television Series.
Description: Responsible for assembling storyboards to leica and assembling the final product as a sequence consisting of the final animation shots. Editor will be working closely with the director to meet his requirements.
Qualifications:
• Above all, a great sense of timing for both comedy and action
• Two or more years of experience editing in an Animation production
• Working knowledge of Final Cut Pro
• Ability to take direction and work well in a team
• Understanding of post production process including final delivery and HD formats
• Understanding of Maya, 3D Max and/or Flash an asset
• Understanding of audio formats an asset
How to Apply:
Please submit a resume to:
s.mousseau@redroverinfo.com

Recruitment
33 Niagara Street
Toronto, ON
M5V 1C2

Please note that only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Only those legally entitled to work in Canada need apply. Thank you!

Stop-Motion Instructor needed

Got this in from Joseph Chen, he of the Waterloo Festival of Animated Cinema:

I've got a job opening to pass on. Know any stop-motion animator who'd be interested in working with the Festival to teach a small class / workshop on stop-motion animation?

The position is open through Ed Video, and I believe there is an honorarium. Open immediately, 1 day per week on the weekend, six weeks.

Correction: Red Rover CREATIVE is Hiring, Toronto, multiple positions

3D Character Designer

Redrover Creative is currently looking for a Character Designer for a 3D Animated 26X22 minute Television Series.

Description: Responsible for working with the Director, Art Director and Lead Designer to design 3D characters.

Qualifications
- Excellent drawing skills
- Experience designing characters for 3D animated features, television production or multimedia
- Ability to translate concept drawings and focus on dimensionality
- Working knowledge of Maya and 3D Max is an asset

How to Apply:
Please submit a printed portfolio and resume to:
Recruitment
33 Niagara Street
Toronto, ON
M5V 1C2

Please note that portfolio submissions will not be returned and only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Only those legally entitled to work in Canada need apply. Thank you!

3D Location/Prop Designers

Redrover Creative is currently looking for Location/Prop Designers for a 3D animated 26X22 minute television series.

Description: Responsible for working with the directors, art director and lead designer to design 3D locations and props.

Qualifications
- Excellent drawing and rendering skills
- Experience designing for 3D animated features, television production or multimedia
- Previous experience using Photoshop
- Ability to translate concept drawings with a focus on dimensionality and the ability to translate concept drawings into plan and elevation drawings for modeling (drafting)
- Ability to take direction and work well within a team
- Working knowledge of Maya and 3D Max is an asset

How to Apply:
Please submit a printed portfolio and resume to:
Recruitment
33 Niagara Street
Toronto, ON
M5V 1C2

Please note that portfolio submissions will not be returned and only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Only those legally entitled to work in Canada need apply. Thank you!


Technical Director

Redrover Creative is currently looking for a technical director for a 3D animated 26X22 minute television series.

Description:
- Consult and communicate with Producer and Director on all technical issues
- Identify potential issues during the entire length of production from Pre to Post, and participate in problem solving and creating a technical pipeline
- Work to solve high-level technical production issues
- Maintain an excellent understanding of the tools and software used in the production
- Work with IT to build and maintain a suitable asset manager

Qualifications:
- Knowledge and experience with 3D animation and 3D software platforms including but not limited to Maya and 3DMax
- Previous experience developing and maintaining an asset managing program
- Ability to work well and problem solve within a team
- Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to trouble shoot

How to Apply:
Please submit a resume to:
s.mousseau@redroverinfo.com

Recruitment
33 Niagara Street
Toronto, ON
M5V 1C2

Please note that only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Only those legally entitled to work in Canada need apply. Thank you!


Animation Supervisor

Redrover Creative is currently looking for an Animation Supervisor to oversee animation in Korea for a 3D animated 26X22 minute television series.

Description:
- Manage animation team overseas – including assigning shots, ensuring quotas and deadlines are met and the Director’s vision is adhered to
- Ensure that the quality of animation meets standards set out by the Directors
- Liase and consult with supervisors of the other departments to discuss workflow and issues that arise
- Assign work to animators keeping in mind specific strengths and weaknesses
- Direct and instruct animators on character performance and timing
- Ensure continuity across the entire show
- Reporting directly to the producers and directors in Canada

Qualifications:
- 5+ years experience in character animation preferably in 3D
- Strong understanding of animation timing, acting and storytelling techniques
- Working knowledge of 3D Max
- Demonstrated success at meeting tight deadlines
- Planning and Management skills
- Clear communication style, both written and verbal
- Ability to motivate animation team at all times
- Knowledge of the Korean language is an asset but not a requirement
Please note as it has been stated above, this member of the crew will be working in Seoul Korea for approximately 6 months.

How to Apply:
Please submit a reel and resume to:

s.mousseau@redroverinfo.com
Recruitment
33 Niagara Street
Toronto, ON
M5V 1C2

Please note that only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Only those legally entitled to work in Canada need apply. Thank you!

Guru Studios, Toronto, Senior Animators needed

guru is an award winning animation studio. We work with passionate and engaged individuals. Our skilled artists excel in bringing compelling and appealing characters to life. guru is known for sharp timing, smart design and a clever subtext. Currently, guru has openings for exceptional senior animators for an award winning children’s series to start in fall 2008. A background in art as well as showing a solid understanding of physical motion, weight and balance would be an asset.

Job Summary
Reporting to the Animation Supervisor, you will be responsible for creating animated sequences of the highest possible quality, focusing mostly on character performance. Animators will produce sequences unique to the show as well as be responsible for his or her own assigned scenes while helping to ensure deadlines by maintaining weekly quotas.

Requirements/Skills
Artistic:
• Strong abilities in traditional animation skills and principles
• Natural sense of human and non-human movement, timing, weight and balance and the ability to use this to bring characters to life
• Understanding of musical timing and how it applies to animated characters
• Fanatical attention to detail
Production:
• Prioritize assigned work with respect to deadlines
• Dependable, able to anticipate the needs of the project and team
• Ability to problem solve, share solutions
• Willingness to accept direction and be open to changes from animation supervisors
• Minimum two years industry experience
Technical:
• Professionally conversant with Maya
• Be active in remaining current and up to date with software
Planning:
• Ability to work independently to manage personal workflow and deadlines
• Track own shot assignments; report shot status to producer and animation supervisor
• Manage organization of work files
• Must be able to handle pressure and juggle multiple projects
• Need to be efficient, reliable and self motivated

Please send resumes and reels with a descriptive list to:
guru studio
Attention: Hire Me!
110 Spadina Ave., Suite 500
Toronto, ON M5V 2K4
email: hireme@gurustudio.com
We are unable to return materials, so please do not submit originals. Only selected applicants will be contacted.

Spin VFX Toronto, seeking Lead After Effects/Maya Artist

SPIN TORONTO IS RECRUITING LEAD AFTER EFFECTS/MAYA ARTIST FOR TV SERIES

Spin Toronto is seeking a Lead After Effects/ Maya Artist to head up a 52X 11 minute TV series.
Qualified applicants must have a minimum of 2 year TV series experience. As well as experience in Design. Must be a Canadian citizen or possess landed immigrant status and be willing to work in our downtown Toronto location.
This is a 1 year contract positions that could lead to full time for the right individual.
Estimated start date is around early to mid November 2008.

To apply, please submit:
*Position in subject line
*A cover letter
*Resume
*Link to your online website/portfolio/reel
to toronto-resume@spinpro.com

.
Hardcopy reel submissions to:
SPIN VFX TORONTO
ATTN: RECRUITMENT DEPT.
620 KING ST. WEST
TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA
M5V 1M6

No phone calls please.

Spin VFX Toronto, seeking After Effects Animators/Compositors

SPIN TORONTO IS RECRUITING AFTER EFFECTS ANIMATORS/ COMPOSITORS FOR TV SERIES

Software: Maya and After Effects CS3
Artists will be responsible for:
*3D camera placement
*Colour keying
*Animating in both Maya and After Effects
*Compositing
*Rendering in both Maya and After Effects
*Meeting weekly deadlines
*Working with team to complete shots
Experience in After Effects and a working knowledge of Maya is required.
Qualified applicants should have a minimum of 1 year TV series experience. Must be a Canadian citizen or possess landed immigrant status and be willing to work in our downtown Toronto location.
These are 1 year contract positions that could lead to full time for the right individual.
Estimated start date could be anywhere from mid to late November 2008

To apply, please submit:
*Position in subject line
*A cover letter
*Resume
*Link to your online website/portfolio/reel
to toronto-resume@spinpro.com

.
Hardcopy reel submissions to:
SPIN VFX TORONTO
ATTN: RECRUITMENT DEPT.
620 KING ST. WEST
TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA
M5V 1M6


No phone calls please.

Guru Studios, Toronto, Commercial Director, Character Animators

We are always interested in hearing from experienced and talented artists. guru offers long term, short term and full time contracts in both commercial and long-form work.

Please send resumes and reels with a descriptive list to:

guru studio
Attention: Hire Me!
110 Spadina Ave., Suite 500
Toronto, ON M5V 2K4
email:

We are unable to return materials, so please do not submit originals. Only selected applicants will be contacted.

current positions

Guru studio is looking to add a unique and talented animation director capable of working on international campaigns in our growing commercial department.

We are looking for a creative individual with a clear vision and the passion to inspire. Minimum 5 years experience delivering television commercial projects at the highest level with an emphasis on character animation.

Must be able to pitch concepts, direct a crew of artists and shepherd the project from inception to completion through direct contact with clients and producers.

Key requirements:

• Reel demonstrating extensive commercial and character work.
• Expertise in 3D and other digital animation techniques.
• Self-motivated personality with a natural drive to produce work of the highest caliber.
• Ability to lead, motivate and inspire artists.
• Hands-on approach to direction.
• Ability to deliver and maintain the highest creative vision while servicing client requests.
• Experience with various animation software (Maya, MAX, Mental Ray)
• Proven expertise in all areas of animation: character design, modeling, rigging, animation, lighting and compositing.
• Fun. Trustworthy. Chill

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Guru Studio is looking for exceptional Character Animators for an Emmy award winning children’s series, to start in the fall of 2008. A background in art, showing a solid understanding of physical motion, dance, weight and balance would be an asset.

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the unit’s animation supervisor and lead animator, you will be responsible for animating assigned scenes based on available live action references, storyboards and director’s notes, while maintaining weekly animation quota in addition to retakes.

Requirements/Skills

Artistic:

• Strong abilities in traditional animation skills and principles
• Natural sense of human and non-human movement, timing, weight and balance and the ability to use this to bring characters to life
• Understand musical timing and how it applies to animated characters
• Fanatical attention to detail

Production:

• Able to work cooperatively within a creative team environment
• Dependable, able to anticipate the needs of the project and team
• Able to problem solve and share solutions
• Willing to accept direction and be open to changes from Animation Supervisors
• Minimum 6 months to 1 year professional industry experience as an Animator (junior positions); minimum two years industry experience (intermediate to senior positions), preferably with series production

Technical:

• Professionally conversant with Maya
• Be active in remaining current and up to date with software

Planning:

• Able to work independently to manage own workflow and deadlines
• Track own shot assignments; report shot starts and completions to producer and animation supervisor
• Organize work files efficiently
• Must be able to handle pressure and juggle multiple projects
• Need to be efficient, reliable and self motivated with minimal supervision

Animation teams start fall 2008 / early 2009. This is a full time contract position with benefits until early 2010. You must be legally entitled to work in Canada and/or an Ontario Resident. No relocation will be provided.

Starz needs a matte painter ASAP

Starz is looking for a skilled Matte Painter for 3 to 6 months, could roll over into longer gig.

Anyone interested can send contact info to Lance.LeFort@starz.com

Fatkat Animation seeking digital layout artists.

Wanted: Layout artists to do freelance on Three Delivery. www.threedelivery.com
Layouts(line art only, no color) need to be done in Flash. We use CS3 but can work with freelancers using Flash 8
Very realistic art. Examples can be provided along with a test. Test will need to be completed to be considered for the job. The web site shows some examples of the look of the show.
Must be Canadian.
Can work remotely
Strong sense of perspective required. Examples of previous art also required.
Term of work approximated at 20 weeks

Contact: robbiea@fatkat.ca

Due to volume of applicants only those considered for work will be contacted.

Starz Animation, Toronto, multiple positions

Starz is doing a bit of hiring.

Currently we have an opening for a top-end Rigger. The ideal candidate must have CG feature experience, be a maya pro and have management/lead experience.

Starz has an opening for a senior TD also. Surfacing and Lighting are to two skillsets or familiar zones this TD must know the best. He/She must also have some skills writing shaders.

There is also a position open for a top admin person to assist a Producer and Associate Producer. This is someone who is an organizational wiz, an everready bunny of energy and positivity, and used to being in an ever-changing production environment.

anyone interested can hit me at Facebook or at Starz directly at Lance.LeFort@starz.com.

Head Gear, Toronto, Clean up artists, URGENT!!!

This is rather last minute but we need a couple of traditional clean up artists until Wednesday. Artists can call Head Gear at (416) 408-2020 and ask for Kathryn.

Big Jump hiring in Ottawa, multiple positions

BIGJUMP Productions in Ottawa Ontario is looking to crew up for 13 half hours starting Mid November,

We require at least 2 years of industry experience or must show exceptional skill. These are employed positions.

**Applicants must be Ontario Residents and have filed a tax return for year end 2007

Character Builders... Must have excellent knowledge of character setup in Flash and solid drawing ability.

Scene Setup... Must have excellent knowledge of Photoshop and Flash, strong composition sense.

Production Assistant... Applicant must have strong organizational skills and be familiar with Animation production.

Key Animators... Must show strong Traditional Animation ability and an excellent sense of timing.

Animators... Must show strong Traditional Animation ability and an excellent sense of timing.

Compositors... Must have an excellent knowledge of After Effects, Flash and have worked in HD.

**Send resumes and links to online portfolios to jobs@bigjumpproductions.com

Trace Pictures, Toronto, looking for Designers, Animators and Compositors

Crewing up for a MASSIVE project and we want you!

Trace needs talented designers, animators and compositors
-Broadcast/commercial experience required
-Experience with live action/green screen shooting required
-Adobe AE, Maya, Cinema 4D, Final Cut pro an asset
-Salary to commensurate experience
-FT Contract until April 09

Send Resume/reels to jobs@tracepictures.com

CarpeDiem in Montreal is looking for a layout supervisor

CarpeDiem is working on a show for Teletoon and they need a Layout Supervisor. The position starts as soon as possible, until December 24th at least. This person must understand 2D boards and 3D background layouts. Should be Montrealer. Send resumes to Francois Vachon: fv@carpediemfilmtv.com (514) 270 2522 ext. 224.

Big Soul seeks Animation Artists

Downtown Toronto based production company seeks LOCAL qualified Animation Artists for full time contract to produce 6 x 22 minute animation-comedy episodes for national broadcaster. Ideal applicants have experience designing, breaking the characters, rigging and animation. Must be proficient with Toon Boom Digital Pro. Knowledge of Photoshop essential. Good drawing, strong communication and time management skills an asset.

Please send CV, salary expectations, portfolio and/or show reel to Big Soul Productions. Email: comments@bigsoul.net. For more info visit www.bigsoul.net

March Entertainment Ottawa, seeking Flash Animators

March Entertainment is ramping up production at their Ottawa location. 2 more Flash Character Animators are needed to round out the crew. Experience necessary, Ontario residents only.
Send samples and resume to Mike Valiquette : mikeofottawa@sympatico.ca

Bardel in Vancouver seeking to fill Lighting/Render/Pre-Comp/Comp positions

From Arlyn Bantog at Bardel:

I'm looking to fill the following positions immediately for Zeke's Pad, a CG series at Bardel Entertainment:
1 Lighting TD
2 Render Wranglers
2 Compositors
1 Pre-Compositor

The contract starts ASAP and ends December 19th, 2008. Email me at arlyn@bardel.ca if you're interested or having any questions regarding the positions.

OIAF ANIMATORS FOR HIRE EVENT, Sep 20th, 2008

Notice to ALL job hunters, Get yourself to Ottawa for the Animation Festival's MUST event: the ANIMATORS FOR HIRE
You have to sign up to attend, registration ends Friday, so act fast:

http://ottawa.awn.com/index.php?option=com_oiaf&task=showevent&i=441&Ite

The event is a recruiting session, set up kind of like a speed-dating scenario, where candidates have 15 minute interviews with companies looking to hire people for various positions in the animation industry. Those involved include Nelvana, TELETOON, and The Kratt Brothers, just to name a few.

Get your asses over there and make something of yourselves. You mothers and fathers will be glad to have you out of their homes.

Wapos Bay, Saskatoon, seeking stop-motion animators

Wapos Bay Productions is now accepting applications for Stop-Motion Animators for their series Wapos Bay. Animation is currently slated to begin in October/November of 2008. If qualified,and/or have a passion for animation and potential to learn, please send your résumé and 3-5 minute demo reel to:

Attn: Cam Lizotte
camosabee@gmail.com

Wapos Bay Productions
#1 – 401 45th St. W
Saskatoon, SK
S7L 5Z9

Requirements/skills: Candidates must have a strong character animation background with production experience preferred but not necessary.

Ganz/Webkinz, Toronto, seeking 3D artist, PHP Developer, Flash Developer, via AWN.com

Company: Ganz/Webkinz
Position Title: 3D Artist, PHP Developer, Flash Developer
Location: Toronto

Please click links for original posts and job descriptions, courtesy of www.awn.com
Email: careers@ganz.com

Nerd Corps, Vancouver, Seeking Art Director, via AWN.com

Company: Nerd Corps Entertainment

Position: Art Director
Start Date: ASAP
Department: Design
This person is responsible for the overall look and style of the show. They work with the creative team to help establish the creative direction of the project. They are responsible for interpreting the ideas of the creative team and lead a design team who will, as a joint effort, put these ideas into designs that are ready for production.This person demonstrates strong visual interpretation skills and is able to come up with innovative and creative ideas that are production friendly.
This person is also a leader within the design department and able to motivate his/her team through good communication and feedback.

RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES

• Provide detailed direction to design team on every assignment
• Meet client’s needs with production needs, and communicate this to designers
• Suggest ways to improve the designs
• Ensure design is in keeping with modeling time (i.e. not over designed or under designed)
• Resolve conflicts between departments over designs

• Deal with clients on designs that need special direction
• Communicate effective and production-friendly solutions when the requests of the client are not possible within production timelines
• Go over submitted designs, make sure they are in show style and in keeping with client and story specifications
• Send out revisions with clear directions for changes
• Deal with problems in the VFX, Modelling Departments, as relates to the design and look of the show.
• Attend breakdown meetings and give input from the Art Department’s point of view
• Help devise a plan for staging the episode in an aesthetically pleasing, but achievable manner
• Help find time-efficient ways to make new parts of the show work – i.e. 3D set, 2D elements
• Ensure the show stays on style

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years in Art Direction
• BA/BFA Degree in Fine Arts or Commercial Arts field an asset
• Must have strong 2D design experience and able to design a wide variety of landscapes, including architectural, organic/vegetation, geological formations
• Experience in multimedia content, film and television work
• 3D design and modeling experience an asset
• Must possess excellent communications, interpersonal, and multi-tasking skills

· Self management and reviewing one’s own schedule is required, as is notifying production of any tasks that may be missing or improperly specified

• Thrive in a high pressure, deadline oriented environment
• Enjoy working in team atmosphere and has a proactive approach to work

Note: Successful applicant must be a Canadian citizen or possess landed immigrant status and be willing to work at Nerd Corps Studio in Vancouver, Canada.

Company Description:

In keeping with our focus on attracting and retaining high level GCI production talent, Nerd Corps’ goal is to produce high calibre creatively diverse projects which will fully utilize the skill sets of our talented crew and challenge them to grow as professionals and artists. The greatest asset of any company is its people and at Nerd Corps this philosophy forms the cornerstone of our vision for the future.

Located in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Nerd Corps offers its employees the opportunity to experience the diversity and culture of one of the world’s most vibrant cities. The studio is situated within a 30 minute drive of three ski hills, several pristine beaches and countless hiking and mountain biking trails with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and the coastal mountain ranges.

We would like to convey our sincere thanks to all those who express interest in being a part of the Nerd Corps team. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we receive we may be unable to reply to all applicants. Please feel free to submit updated work in the future as your skill sets may be a better fit for upcoming projects. If we feel that you may be a good match for one of our current openings you will be contacted.

Please send your resume to:
Nerd Corps Entertainment Inc.
Level 3, 1256 East 6^th Avenue
Vancouver BC
V5T 1E7
Attention: Recruiting
(Please ensure that you state the position you are applying for at the head of your cover letter.)

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