tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18041196026010850532024-03-13T12:32:35.216-07:00jobbyplease send all job posts to canadiananimationresources@hotmail.com, subject line: jobbymichael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-76076690897274366402009-05-29T07:03:00.000-07:002009-05-29T07:41:32.472-07:00moving...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/Sh_ruho_D7I/AAAAAAAAA7c/RblXiCAqffI/s1600-h/CARlogo+copy1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 137px; height: 146px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/Sh_ruho_D7I/AAAAAAAAA7c/RblXiCAqffI/s320/CARlogo+copy1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5341246867621482418" border="0" /></a><br />For further job posts, please check the new <a href="http://www.canadiananimationresources.ca/">site</a>, and update your bookmarks.<br />Thanks for all your support here and see you at the new address.<br />mmichael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-14373634710465279682009-05-04T11:23:00.001-07:002009-05-04T11:25:57.547-07:00Recruiting Event, Starz Animation, TorontoReceived this today:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/Sf8yxgD6zcI/AAAAAAAAA38/OL0Y9c5WtRo/s1600-h/4204_84682222413_561827413_2246467_3411280_n.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 374px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/Sf8yxgD6zcI/AAAAAAAAA38/OL0Y9c5WtRo/s400/4204_84682222413_561827413_2246467_3411280_n.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332036309831306690" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />Looks like Starz is puttin' on the push. If you've got 3D chops, go sell yourself.michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-37522480592218223002009-04-30T11:13:00.000-07:002009-04-30T11:19:15.275-07:003D Artist, Ganz/Webkinz, Toronto<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SfnrkWQccLI/AAAAAAAAA3Q/TT860ocnZjc/s1600-h/webkinz_logo_low.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 121px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SfnrkWQccLI/AAAAAAAAA3Q/TT860ocnZjc/s200/webkinz_logo_low.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5330550643652063410" border="0" /></a><br /><div class="jt_content"> <p>We have an exciting permanent opportunity for a <strong>3D Artist </strong>to join our highly successful and growing Interactive Group. Our high end flash games and animated characters have made <strong><em>Webkinz.com </em></strong>the fastest growing children’s entertainment site on the internet. Be part of our dynamic Ganz Interactive Group and contribute to exciting future projects.</p><p><strong>Your responsibilities will include:</strong><br />Designing, modeling, lighting and rendering 3D content.<br />Work with a team of 2D artists and programmers.<br />Complete quality work on time, to specification.</p> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong><br />Must have at least 3 years production experience.<br />Must have an art background.<br />Must have a thorough understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, texture, and form.<br />Must have solid conceptual and design skills.<br />Must be proficient in 3D Studio Max, Maya or Softimage and Photoshop.<br />Must have traditional illustration skills.<br />Character animation skills is a bonus<br /><br />Candidates must have an exceptional, professional level DVD, CD or online demo reel to be considered for an interview.<br /><br />Interested candidates must email their resume and online portfolios to <a href="mailto:careers@ganz.com">careers@ganz.com</a>. Applications submitted without an online portfolio will <span style="text-decoration: underline;">not</span> be considered.<br /><br />Please check out our website <a href="http://www.webkinz.com/">http://www.webkinz.com/</a>. </p> </div> <table id="jt_job3" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr class="jt_header"> <td colspan="2">APPLY FOR THIS JOB</td> </tr> <tr> <td> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <th>Email Address:</th> <td id="jt_job_email"><script language="javascript" type="text/javascript">protect_email2("careers", "ganz.com");</script><a href="mailto:careers@ganz.com">careers@ganz.com</a></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table>michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-44706262604550963702009-04-30T11:09:00.000-07:002009-04-30T11:21:20.726-07:00Designer, Rainmaker Entertainment, Vancouver<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SfnsDmX_vNI/AAAAAAAAA3Y/24Ep4v520OY/s1600-h/rainmaker_logo_160.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 160px; height: 120px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SfnsDmX_vNI/AAAAAAAAA3Y/24Ep4v520OY/s200/rainmaker_logo_160.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5330551180554648786" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Overall Accountability:</strong> </span><br /><p><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">To work with the Art Director and Production Designer to design the productions sets and environments, taking into account any styles, directions, and guidance established by the Production Designer and Art Director. </span></span></p> <p style=""><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Duties:</strong><br /></span></p> <ul><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Create strong designs, including architectural schematics, working drawings and details, consistent with the show’s look and feel</span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Note feedback and revise designs as defined by the show’s Art Director as necessary</span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Research visual reference material to inform designs</span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Liaise with the film’s Modeling department and Modeling Supervisor to realize designs for 3D creation</span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Communicate regularly and proactively with the design team, modeling team, and FX team to ensure that designs are production-friendly </span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Raise potential design issues with the Modeling, FX and Animation departments</span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Meet or beat design deadlines </span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Proactively update the Art Director as the to status of tasks</span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Work with the production’s matte painters to create, troubleshoot, and integrate matte paintings into the sets / environments being conceived, when required. </span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Review one's own schedule and the schedule of peers as required, and notify production of any tasks that may be missing or improperly specified.</span></span></div> </li></ul> <p><br /><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Qualifications:</strong><br /></span></p> <ul><li><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">2+ years in graphic design / set design</span></span></li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">BA/BFA Degree in Fine Arts or Commercial Arts Field an asset</span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Excellent knowledge of Photoshop & Illustrator</span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Must have strong 2-D set/location/background design experience</span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Must have worked on at least 2 productions</span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">A strong understanding of design and the issues inherent in creating compelling set designs for a 3D production</span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Experience in multimedia content, film and television work an asset.</span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">3-D design and modeling experience an asset.</span></span></div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal, and multi-tasking skills.</span></span></div> </li><li><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Proven abilities in managing projects from concept to completion. </span></span></li></ul> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> <strong><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">About Rainmaker Entertainment Inc.</span></span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:9;" ><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Rainmaker Entertainment is one of the world's most successful and prolific producers of CG animation and currently has over 350 employees based in Vancouver, Canada. Originally established in 1993 as Mainframe Entertainment, Rainmaker has produced close to 40 feature-length films based on top international brands such as Barbie, Hot Wheels, Spider-Man, Casper, Popeye, Tony Hawk, Stuart Little and Inspector Gadget and more than 250 half-hours of CG animated television including ReBoot, Transformers: Beast Wars, Action Man and Heavy Gear. Rainmaker has produced films for Sony, Mattel, Lionsgate Home Entertainment, Electronic Arts and MTV. In addition to garnering many prestigious awards for their work, Rainmaker productions have generated more than $400 million in video sales. Currently in production at Rainmaker: Escape From Planet Earth, a theatrical feature with The Weinstein Company; and new installments in Mattel's Barbie and Max Steel franchises. For more information please visit </span><a href="http://www.rainmaker.com/"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">www.rainmaker.com</span></a><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-size:9;">To Apply:</span></strong><span style="font-size:9;"> </span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:9;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Thank you in advance for your application! Due to the high volume of applications, we only contact those applicants who are short-listed for interviews.<br />If you are interested in this position, please apply via our corporate website: http://www.rainmaker.com<br />Or, by post to:<br />Rainmaker Entertainment Inc. Suite 500-2025 West Broadway Vancouver BC V6J 1Z6 Attn: Recruiting Or, fax to: 604-714-2641 </span></span></p> <p style=""> </p>michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-50634884911500924872009-04-27T06:40:00.000-07:002009-04-27T06:56:14.544-07:00Multiple Positions, Starz Animation, Toronto<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SfW4o2nTsDI/AAAAAAAAA2E/i7smeEGHz7M/s1600-h/starz.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 104px; height: 96px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SfW4o2nTsDI/AAAAAAAAA2E/i7smeEGHz7M/s320/starz.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5329368746057510962" border="0" /></a><br />Here we go:<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Position Description: Lighter/Compositor</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">For: “Gnomeo and Juliet” and other productions</span><br />Reports to: Lighting Supervisor and Head of Lighting/Compositing<br />Position Description and Requirements:<br />Light production shots based on creative direction from Lighting Leads, Lighting Supervisor and VFX Supervisor<br />Ensure that shots meet the highest quality<br />Ensure to meet production shot quotas as required by Supervisor and production schedule<br />Troubleshoot and debug shot problems as required and communicate<br />Identify to the Supervisor problems that lighting could potentially present with respect to timelines and delivery schedules<br />Ensure shots meet rendering criteria<br />File management - organize work/files efficiently<br />Remain current and up-to-date in lighting techniques<br />Work collaboratively with other departments including technology, surfacing, fx and character finaling.<br />Experience Required<br />Thorough knowledge of Maya, and Compositing (Digital Fusion preferred), Mental Ray experience preferred<br />Degree/diploma in fine arts or equivalent experience<br />3+ years experience as a Lighting Artist<br />CG Feature film experience preferred<br />Demonstrable ability to communicate creative and technical thoughts and ideas and work well within a team<br />Demonstrable ability to multi-task and prioritize as well as handle the pressures of production and deadlines well.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Position Description: Technical Surfacing Artist</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">For: “Gnomeo and Juliet”</span><br />Reports to: Surfacing Supervisor and Head of Surfacing<br /><br />Position Description and Requirements:<br />Helps establish and/or guide the look and qualities of characters, props and environments for an animated film with direction from the VFX Supervisor, Art Director and Surfacing Supervisor.<br />Ensures that Surfacing files are complete and ready for lighting<br />Spot and flag creative and technical issues as they arise – fix them where possible or work closely with TDs to adjust. Assist other surfacing artists with technical demands as required<br />Communicate with other departments to convey Surfacing needs (primarily Modeling) and provide for other departments needs (primarily Lighting).<br />Maintains awareness of the broader show needs as they relate to the Surfacing Department (schedule, complexity of setups, shader issues, technical aspects etc.)<br /><br />Experience Required:<br />Minimum 7 years of high-end production experience on feature films<br />Strong painting skills and artistic eye for detail combined with a strong understanding of the technical side<br />Detail oriented and the ability to understand the complexity of a 3D pipeline and work closely with TDs<br />Familiarity with mental ray as a renderer<br />Familiarity with Polygonal texturing using image maps<br />Strong uv-ing skills is a must<br />Familiarity with construction of shaders and utilities<br />Experience with hair, fur, cloth systems<br />Ability to debug complex shader networks<br />Strong photoshop knowledge<br />Experience with mudbox or zbrush<br />Some experience with mel scripting or python scripting would be an asset – minimum requirement is to be able to read scripts and debug with TDs assistance<br />Openness to existing workflows<br />Ability to solve problems independently<br />Takes initiative and enjoys learning from and teaching others<br />Ability to work well in a team setting, guide/mentor others as needed<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Position Description: Layout Finaler</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">For: “Gnomeo and Juliet”</span><br />Reports to: Scene Prep/Layout and Finaling Supervisor<br /><br />Position Description and Requirements:<br />Layout Finaling prepares final files for lighting/rendering and compositing. This includes all set dressing elements, final animation and camera tweaking.<br /><br />Experience Required:<br />Strong skills in layout (planning and asset management), animation & cinematography are required.<br />Excellent communication skills, written and oral<br />Basic understanding of modeling and lighting<br />Ability to keep detailed notes and track information in data base<br />Excellent ability to manage assets within the files<br />Solid Maya Software experience:<br />Able to use the Maya tools fluidly<br />Proprietary tools will be taught<br />Solid understanding of production priorities<br />Ability to problem solve and share solutions<br />Willingness to accept direction and changes from Supervising Animators<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Position Description: Character Finaling Artist </span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">For: All Projects</span><br />Reports to: Head of Animation<br /><br />Position Description and Requirements:<br />Support the creative performance in a shot with the appropriate technical requirements as follows:<br />Remove undesirable geometric penetrations, folds and creases from rigged assets.<br />Ensure that rigged assets are in contact with one another and their environment appropriately.<br />Ensure that rigged assets are prepared for FX simulations when required.<br />Ensure proper continuity of motion for the calculation of motion blur.<br /><br />Experience Required:<br />Good artistic eye.<br />Detail oriented.<br />Good communication skills.<br />Good organization skills.<br />Technical aptitude.<br />Previous production experience or exceptional abilities in CGI.<br />Familiarity with skeletons.<br />Experience in Modeling<br />An understanding of the principles of animation.<br />Experience with Maya Deformers, Constraints, and Blend Shapes.<br />Thorough knowledge of Maya’s Graph Editor and connection editors (Hypergraph, Hypershade..)<br />Must be able to work in a collaborative environment, taking direction from the Sequence lead(s), Supervisor and feedback from Directors(s) as necessary.<br />Bonus: Ability to script in Mel and/or Python to fix recurring issues.<br />Bonus: Rendering experience with stand-alone packages (Mental Ray, Renderman etc…)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Position Description: Scene Prep Artist</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">For: All Projects</span><br />Reports to: Scene Prep/Layout Finaling Supervisor<br /><br />Position Description and Requirements:<br />Scene Prep Artists provide production ready files for the flow through the pipeline to animation, lighting and FX.<br /><br />Experience Required:<br />Solid foundation in Maya<br />Mel scripting/batch scripting experience an asset but not required<br />Experience working in other areas of production especially lighting, & comp an asset<br />Ability to identify and resolve technical problems/issues as it pertains to continuity<br />Able to rapidly learn and assimilate new technologies<br />Must be able to respect schedules and artistic guidelines.<br />Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.<br />Willingness to accept direction and be open to changes from animation supervisors<br />Ability to work cooperatively within a creative team environment<br />Must be detail oriented<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Position Description: Jr. Lighter/Compositor</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">For: “Gnomeo and Juliet”</span><br />Reports to: Lighting Supervisor and Head of Lighting/Compositing<br /><br />Position Description and Requirements:<br />Light production shots based on key shots from Lighting Leads<br />Ensure that shots meet the highest quality = matches key shot<br />Ensure to meet production shot quota as required by Supervisor and production schedule<br />Troubleshoot and debug shot problems as required and communicate per our protocol<br />Identify to the Supervisor problems that lighting could potentially present with respect to timelines and delivery schedules<br />Ensure shots meet rendering criteria<br />Remain current and up-to-date in lighting techniques<br /><br />Experience Required:<br />Degree/diploma in 3D computer animation (digital animation) or equivalent experience<br />Thorough knowledge of Maya, and Compositing (Digital Fusion preferred), Mental Ray experience preferred<br />Demonstrable ability to communicate creative and technical thoughts and ideas<br />Works well within a team<br />Demonstrable ability to multi-task and prioritize<br />Ability to handle the pressures of production and deadlines well<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Position Description: Technical Director</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">For: All Projects</span><br />Reports to: Supervisor, Pipeline Architecture <br /><br />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.<br /><br />Position Description and Requirements:<br />Design, prototype and implement artist-focused production tools, using Maya, Mentalray, Fusion, Python, MEL, and C++.<br />Collaborate with Production Management on utilization of production tools and workflow processes.<br />Troubleshoot production problems, and proactively work to minimize their impact.<br />Design and execute project work plans to produce known deliverables on a pre-determined timetable.<br />Be aware of new technologies, techniques, and processes that will benefit studio’s production processes for current and future projects.<br />Share and present new research, ideas and technology with others in the studio.<br />Perform shot work/fixes as required during production.<br /><br />Experience Required:<br />Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent job experience<br />3+ Years of (CG) Experience, Feature Film experience preferred<br />Experience working with Maya, Mentalray, MTMR, Fusion, or equivalents.<br />Experience with WxPython<br />Experience using various scripting languages - primarily Python, Mel, CShell<br />Experience in C/C++ or some other object-oriented programming language<br />Experience with subversion, cvs or another revision control system<br />Experience designing user interfaces<br />Excellent troubleshooting/debugging skills<br />Strong communication skills<br />Superior time management and prioritization skills<br />Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision<br />Flexible and adaptable to change<br />Coach and mentor junior coworkers as required<br /><br />If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume indicating which position you are applying for to:<br />sat.jobs@starz.commichael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-46738036891072760262009-04-20T09:05:00.000-07:002009-04-20T09:08:24.565-07:00Various Positions, Starz Animation, Toronto<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SeydyUGs15I/AAAAAAAAAzo/Cx24jM84PU8/s1600-h/starz.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 104px; height: 96px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SeydyUGs15I/AAAAAAAAAzo/Cx24jM84PU8/s320/starz.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5326805946988287890" border="0" /></a><br /><p class="EC_MsoNormal"><b>STARZ ANIMATION LOOKING FOR LOCAL TALENT FOR MAJOR US NETWORK CHRISTMAS SHOW</b></p> <p class="EC_MsoNormal"> <b>Many of you have heard but for the benefit of those who haven't heard, Starz Animation recently landed a special that will air on U.S. networks.<br /><br />We are ramping up teams to produce this and we are looking for riggers, modelers, animators, TDs and a number of other positions to help produce this quickly. The team will be built with a mix of senior, intermediate and junior talent.<br /><br />please check out the link below for positions available and how to apply.<br /><br /><a href="www.starzanimation.ca">www.starzanimation.ca</a><br /><br />Looking for Local Talent only - No phone calls, please.</b></p>michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-10584892969233166022009-04-16T21:51:00.000-07:002009-04-16T21:54:01.752-07:00Intermediate and Senior Animators, Guru Studios, Toronto<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SegLP0ycENI/AAAAAAAAAzA/q640lBzPSl4/s1600-h/3222.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 315px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SegLP0ycENI/AAAAAAAAAzA/q640lBzPSl4/s320/3222.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5325518925861753042" border="0" /></a><br />Guru Studio is looking for exceptional Intermediate and Senior Animators for an Emmy award winning children’s series, to start immediately. A background in art, showing a solid understanding of physical motion, dance, weight and balance would be an asset.<br />Job Summary<br />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.<br />Requirements/Skills<br />Artistic:<br />• Strong abilities in traditional animation skills and principles<br />• Natural sense of human and non-human movement, timing, weight and balance and the ability to use this to bring characters to life<br />• Understand musical timing and how it applies to animated characters<br />• Fanatical attention to detail<br />Production:<br />• Able to work cooperatively within a creative team environment<br />• Dependable, able to anticipate the needs of the project and team<br />• Able to problem solve and share solutions<br />• Willing to accept direction and be open to changes from Animation Supervisors<br />• 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<br />Technical:<br />• Professionally conversant with Maya<br />• Be active in remaining current and up to date with software<br />Planning:<br />• Able to work independently to manage own workflow and deadlines<br />• Track own shot assignments; report shot starts and completions to producer and animation supervisor<br />• Organize work files efficiently<br />• Must be able to handle pressure and juggle multiple projects<br />• Need to be efficient, reliable and self motivated with minimal supervision<br /><br />Various positions available, including full time contract positions with benefits until early 2010. You must be legally entitled to work in Canada and/or an Ontario Resident. No relocation will be provided.michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-28734633025723836852009-04-16T21:40:00.000-07:002009-04-16T21:49:42.494-07:00Series Producer, Guru Studio, Toronto<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SegKTtK3NnI/AAAAAAAAAy4/5yMAeltRXBk/s1600-h/3222.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 315px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SegKTtK3NnI/AAAAAAAAAy4/5yMAeltRXBk/s320/3222.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5325517893024560754" border="0" /></a><br />guru studio, the award winning internationally renowned animation house in Toronto, seeks a Series Producer with a passion for leading edge animation.<br /><br />The ideal candidate should have a minimum of five years experience as a series producer who understands the creative process from concept to delivery. They must be affable, innovative, and solution focused and will oversee the entire production process of all long form studio projects, including an Emmy award winning children’s series. They will lead a team of diverse artists to deliver high end projects on budget and on schedule. The Series Producer will report directly to the President. This will be a one year contract position beginning June 1st, 2009.<br /><br />Skills and Qualifications:<br /><br />Proven track record in preparing budgets + schedules for properties in production + development.<br />Ability to negotiate contracts with international clients, artists and outside vendors.<br />Experience managing a large crew, including 40+ artists, several supervisors and a production coordinator.<br />Desired Qualities:<br /><br />Excellent communication, collaborative and interpersonal skills.<br />A positive and pro active approach to problem solving with the ability to work effectively under pressure.<br />Diplomacy and a sense of humour.<br />Fun. Trustworthy. Chill.<br />Please send resumes to:<br /><br />guru studio<br />Attention: Tanya Beach<br />110 Spadina Ave., Suite 500<br />Toronto, ON M5V 2K4<br />email: tanya@gurustudio.com<br /><br />Only selected applicants will be contacted. No phone calls please. guru studio is an equal opportunitymichael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-76418937640984725492009-04-09T11:23:00.000-07:002009-04-09T11:30:09.999-07:00Multiple Positions, Fuel Industries, Ottawa<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/Sd4-ZnklIaI/AAAAAAAAAxA/PyOAP-dcLco/s1600-h/fuel-industries-logo.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 144px; height: 56px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/Sd4-ZnklIaI/AAAAAAAAAxA/PyOAP-dcLco/s320/fuel-industries-logo.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5322760419438567842" border="0" /></a><br />Fuel ran a great Job Fair last week, for those who couldn't attend, here's the link to their <a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/">job board</a>.<br />They're doing hiring in all kinds of positions, including:<br /><div class="collapse"> <div class="inside"> <ul class="nav"><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=37">Chief Operations Officer</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=39">Director, Marketing</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=27">Business Development Manager</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=29">Project Manager / Interactive Producer</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=38">Director, Production and Resources</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=40">Product Manager</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=33">Business Analyst</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=30">Game Developer</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=43">iPhone Developer</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=28">Maya Animator / Rigger</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=34">Flash Interactive Developer</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=35">Flash Game Developer</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=36">Illustrator / Animator</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=41">Graphic Designer</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=42">Interface Designer</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=31">Web Developer</a></span></li><li><span><a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/careers/job.php?id=32">Java Developer</a></span></li></ul> </div> </div>michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-4735344657567701652009-04-01T10:25:00.000-07:002009-04-01T10:30:14.305-07:00Flash Animators, CFORP, Ottawa<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SdOkiS5SWCI/AAAAAAAAAvw/edCDEE3St4w/s1600-h/cforp+copy.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 42px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SdOkiS5SWCI/AAAAAAAAAvw/edCDEE3St4w/s320/cforp+copy.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319776493949311010" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;color:#000000;">Looking for french speaking flash animators in the Ottawa region to work on animated courses for the french schoolboard.</span></div> <div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">You must be able to speak and read french.</span></div> <div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">You must have an animation diploma.</span></div> <div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Must be able to work from your home.</span></div> <div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Please contact Gabe at <a href="mailto:gabe_cartoon@hotmail.com" onclick="onClickUnsafeLink(event);">gabe_cartoon@hotmail.com</a></span></div> <div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Subject line: Flash animator</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">There is no deadline to this post.</span></div>michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-44348849557067325782009-03-30T06:33:00.000-07:002009-03-30T06:35:15.969-07:00Art Lead, Ganz/Webkinz, Toronto<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SdDKfE2popI/AAAAAAAAAuY/o-vimXtVvIQ/s1600-h/webkinz_logo_low.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 121px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SdDKfE2popI/AAAAAAAAAuY/o-vimXtVvIQ/s200/webkinz_logo_low.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5318973795152274066" border="0" /></a><br /><div class="jt_content"> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;" align="center"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong><span style=";font-family:Arial;color:blue;" ><span style="font-size:small;">GANZ INTERACTIVE</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">A true cultural icon, <strong>Webkinz</strong> has been featured on every major television network and was ranked number 2 on Google’s 2007 Zeitgeist list of most popular searches. Ganz has revolutionized the toy industry with its innovative and engaging combination of online and offline play.</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Now is your chance to join the creative team that has brought this vibrant world to life. Ganz is seeking a talented and motivated person with a proven love of interactive media for the position of:</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;" align="center"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Art Lead</span></span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Working with the Senior Art Director to ensure the best quality and continuity of all art assets for our games and interactive children’s websites.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Ensuring the art assets meet the technical requirements as set by the technical team.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Working with a diverse group of web designers, artists, writers and animators and managing a team of artists.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Gathering, reviewing and validating project requirements.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Validating effort estimates, assumptions, scope, and creative design to assist in developing project schedules.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Creation of high-level graphical specifications for web development.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Creation of creative briefs and style guides.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Ensuring quality and continuity of work.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Designing procedures to integrate varying technologies to best meet all of the above requirements</span></span></span></li></ul> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Qualifications:</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Must have a diploma/degree in graphic arts and/or a formal fine arts degree, combined with 6+ years’ working experience in web design.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Must have 3+ years experience at the Art Director or Team Lead level.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Must have knowledge of web design and experience working with database driven web sites.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Extensive understanding of graphic design for Internet applications. Extensive knowledge of colour theory, methodology and practice for internet based solutions.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Must have knowledge of Flash and Action Script </span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Must have the ability to forecast, schedule and meet deadlines.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Must have strong design and colour sense skills.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Strong Skills: Leadership, problem solving, organizational, written, verbal, project management.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Ability to work in fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, while maintaining technical integrity and performance.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">Experience with character animation is an asset.</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:small;">3D Studio Max is an asset.</span></span></span></li></ul> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;color:red;" ><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"> <span style="font-family:Arial;">Interested candidates must email their resume and online portfolios to <a href="mailto:careers@ganz.com"><span style=""><span style="color: rgb(49, 101, 49);font-family:Verdana;" >careers@ganz.com</span></span></a>. Applications submitted without an online portfolio will <span style="text-decoration: underline;">not</span> be considered.</span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;"> </span><span style="font-size:small;"></span></span><br /><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">Please log onto our website: </span><a href="http://www.webkinz.com/"><span style="color:blue;"><span style="font-size:small;">www.webkinz.com</span></span></a><span style="font-size:small;">.</span></span></span></p> </div>michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-66247189565279085242009-03-30T06:29:00.000-07:002009-03-30T06:32:39.623-07:00Game Developer, Ganz/Webkinz, Toronto<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SdDJfhUNWLI/AAAAAAAAAuQ/CPO4tTv8C7g/s1600-h/webkinz_logo_low.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 121px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SdDJfhUNWLI/AAAAAAAAAuQ/CPO4tTv8C7g/s200/webkinz_logo_low.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5318972703280814258" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span><p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; text-align: center;" align="center"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong><span style=""> </span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: 12pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong><span style=";font-family:Arial;color:blue;" >JOIN THE AWARD-WINNING WEBKINZ TEAM!</span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" > </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Ganz' <strong>Webkinz</strong> has revolutionized the toy industry with its innovative and engaging combination of online and offline play. A true popular cultural icon, Webkinz has been featured on every major television network and was ranked number 2 on Google's 2007 Zeitgeist list of most popular searches.</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" > </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Now is your chance to join the creative team that has brought this vibrant world to life. Ganz is seeking a talented and motivated person with a proven love of online entertainment for this position:</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt; line-height: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);font-size:100%;" > </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >This position is responsible for design, development and support of a custom web based application, used for a 3D game client.<span style=""> </span>The client will communicate with a back-end system, that will also include Server and DB structure.</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;" >Responsibilities</span></strong></span></p> <ul><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Development and support of custom database-driven web based game client.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Identification and documentation of business requirements.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Development of technical and functional design specifications.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Design and build databases and/or expansions as required.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Provide input into test plan development and user acceptance testing process.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Prepare system documentation and act as technical subject matter expert.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Work with other technical departments to build interfaces and the system infrastructure.</span></li></ul> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal; text-align: justify;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" > </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial;">Qualifications:</span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.2in; line-height: normal; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial;"> </span></strong></span></p> <ul><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Completion of a post-secondary program in computer science.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Five (5) + years IT development and analysis experience .</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Three (3) + years as a 3D/Video Game developer, web based client is an asset.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Proven experience with Java/PHP based back-end servers.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >MySQL/PostgreSQL databases experience is an asset.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Working experience using native C++ is desirable.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Well-developed interpersonal, analytical and technical trouble-shooting skills.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Strong verbal and written communication skills are absolutely essential.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Excellent organizational, time management skills with emphasis on detail.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.</span></li><li><span style="line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >Primary technical requirements include: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent degree, Object-oriented design and application architecture.</span></li></ul> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" > </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><a name="OLE_LINK4"></a><a name="OLE_LINK3"></a><a name="OLE_LINK2"></a><a name="OLE_LINK1"><span style=""><span style=""><span style=""><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;" >Interested candidates are invited to forward resumes by email to </span></span></span></span></a><a href="mailto:careers@ganz.com"><span style=""><span style=""><span style=""><span style=""><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;" >careers@ganz.com</span></span></span></span></span></a></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style=""><span style=""><span style=""><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); line-height: 115%;font-family:Arial;" >.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: 12pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style=""><span style=""><span style=""><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial;" > </span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: 12pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style=""><span style=""><span style=""><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial;" >Check out our site at </span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.webkinz.com/"><span style=""><span style=""><span style=""><span style=""><span style=";font-family:Arial;color:purple;" >www.webkinz.com</span></span></span></span></span></a></span></p>michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-67057605157420441642009-03-30T06:22:00.000-07:002009-03-30T06:28:49.785-07:00Flash Designer, Ganz/Webkinz, Toronto<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SdDIij99e9I/AAAAAAAAAuI/KqkQrjGad28/s1600-h/webkinz_logo_low.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 121px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SdDIij99e9I/AAAAAAAAAuI/KqkQrjGad28/s200/webkinz_logo_low.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5318971656020786130" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><table style="width: 682px; height: 497px;" id="jt_job3" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr class="jt_header"> <td colspan="2"><br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td><br /></td> <td><br /></td> </tr> <tr class="jt_links"> <td colspan="2"><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><strong><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">JOIN THE AWARD-WINNING WEBKINZ TEAM!</span></span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">A true cultural icon, <strong>Webkinz</strong> has been featured on every major television network and was ranked number 2 on Google’s 2007 Zeitgeist list of most popular searches. Ganz has revolutionized the toy industry with its innovative and engaging combination of online and offline play.</span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">Now is your chance to join the creative team that has brought this vibrant world to life. Ganz is seeking a talented and motivated person with a proven love of interactive media for the position of:</span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;" align="center"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">Flash Designer</span></span></span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><strong><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">Responsibilities and Qualifications:</span></span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;"><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></p> <ul><li><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">Flash animation.</span></span></li><li><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">User interface design.</span></span></li><li><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">You must have a minimum of 3 years of Flash experience.</span></span></li><li><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">You must have a minimum of 3 years web design experience.</span></span></li><li><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop experience is required.</span></span></li><li><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">Sound knowledge of Actionscript.</span></span></li><li><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">Solid Illustration skills an asset.</span></span></li><li><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">You must have a degree in Fine Arts or equivalent.</span></span></li><li><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">You must have the ability to work with minimum direction.</span></span></li></ul> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><strong><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;">Interested candidates must email their resume and online portfolios to </span><a href="mailto:careers@ganz.com"><span style="color:blue;"><span style=";font-family:Verdana;font-size:small;" >careers@ganz.com</span></span></a><span style="font-size:small;">. Applications submitted without an online portfolio will <span style="text-decoration: underline;">not</span> be considered.</span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style=""><span style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></p> <p><span style="">Please check out our website <a href="http://www.webkinz.com/"><span style="color:blue;">www.webkinz.com</span></a>.<br /></span></p></td></tr></tbody></table>michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-5520938970748389532009-03-30T06:15:00.000-07:002009-03-30T06:20:55.801-07:00After Effects Compositor, March Entertainment, Ottawa<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SdDHI0kCvGI/AAAAAAAAAt4/4sJjvBAY6l4/s1600-h/dex_hamilton_150.png"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 150px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SdDHI0kCvGI/AAAAAAAAAt4/4sJjvBAY6l4/s320/dex_hamilton_150.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5318970114287254626" border="0" /></a><br />March Entertainment is looking to hire several experienced After Effects Compositors to work on The Dex Hamilton movie. If you like alien insects, weird slimy planets and superheroes, this is your show!<br /><br />Requirements:<br /><br />- Strong technical skills in After Effects<br />- A keen understanding of compositing Photoshop painted backgrounds with Flash and Maya<br />- Experience in visual effects and compositing<br />- Degree or certificate in animation, film or related field or equivalent production experience.<br />- MUST be an Ontario residence as of Dec. 31, 2008 and Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada.<br /><br />Please include the following with your application:<br />- A resume<br />- A cover letter describing your skills and the position that you are applying for.<br />- Links to examples of your work<br /><br />Please email your CV and examples of your work to: resumes@marchentertainment.com<br /><br />Or send to:<br /><br />March Entertainment<br />Attn: Recruiting<br />40 Larch St, Suite 300<br />Sudbury, Ontario<br />P3E 3V7<br /><br />We thank you for your interest in this position, but due to a high volume of applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.<br /><br />Check out the Dex Hamilton series trailer: <a href="http://www.marchentertainment.com/dex/">http://www.marchentertainment.com/dex/</a> <table> <tbody><tr> <td><br /></td> <td><br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td><br /></td> <td><br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table>michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-11441082963447349922009-03-24T16:23:00.000-07:002009-03-24T16:26:12.250-07:00Multiple Positions, Ottawa International Animation Festival, Ottawa<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/Sclr_o87N8I/AAAAAAAAAsI/sGNkWPvIrkE/s1600-h/OIAF.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 120px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/Sclr_o87N8I/AAAAAAAAAsI/sGNkWPvIrkE/s320/OIAF.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316899576156469186" border="0" /></a><br />Ottawa International Animation Festival Employment Opportunities:<br />Position: Various Titles<br />Do you enjoy a challenging and unpredictable work environment, where each day brings excitement and a chance to learn something new?<br /><br />The Ottawa International Animation Festival is currently seeking a number of contract personnel to work on our upcoming film festival, taking place from October 14 – 18th, 2009. Be a part of the team that runs this non-stop showcase of animation that features screenings, workshops, trade events and parties.<br /><br />The positions are staffed through Employment Ontario's Job Creation Partnership Program (JCP). It's a work-training program that gives you a chance to upgrade your skills and put current work experience on your resume - while you get paid.<br /><br />Eligibility Criteria:<br />You must currently be in receipt of Employment Insurance (EI) payments or have received EI payments within the last 3 years (Reach back status)<br />Live in the Ottawa area<br />You must not leave employment to participate in JCP<br />You must not be a current full-time student<br />You must have your Employment Insurance status verified<br />You may only participate in the JCP once in a 2 year period<br /><br />(Applicants that do not clearly indicate their ability to meet these criteria in the cover letter will not be considered.)<br /><br />We are looking for people to excel in the following positions:<br />Receptionist (May 4th – October 30th)<br />Special Events Coordinator (May 19th – November 13, 2009)<br />Box Office Coordinator (May 19th – November 13, 2009)<br />Programming Assistant (May 19th – November 13, 2009)<br />Guest Services Coordinator (May 19th – November 13, 2009)<br /><br />Your responsibilities may include:<br />Processing pass orders and ticket sales;<br />Simple bookkeeping using Quickbooks software;<br />Answering emails and phone calls;<br />Handling guest travel arrangements;<br />Writing correspondence;<br />Updating the contact database;<br />Watching cartoons;<br />Working with sponsors;<br />Coordinating volunteers;<br />Fighting chaos.<br /><br />Skills and Abilities:<br />Clear communication (written and oral);<br />English essential (French and other languages an asset);<br />Exceptionally organized;<br />Work well under pressure in an open-concept office;<br />Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, database and Internet programs;<br />Work independently and as part of a team with all kinds of people;<br />Meet deadlines;<br />Pay close attention to detail;<br />Impeccable customer service.<br /><br />Salary:<br />You will be paid the maximum EI earnings ($423) per week.<br /><br />How to apply:<br />If you have a sense of humour and love film and animation, please send us your resume and cover letter and let us know which position(s) interest you.<br /><br />For more information regarding job descriptions, or to submit your resume, please contact Jennifer Noseworthy at: jennifer@animationfestival.ca, or call 613-232-8769.<br /><br />The closing date for Receptionist applications is Monday, April 3, 2009. Applications for all other positions must be submitted by Monday, April 13, 2009. Only those participants being considered for an interview will be contacted.michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-23459520930411052952009-03-24T14:11:00.000-07:002009-03-24T14:13:48.809-07:00Job Fair at Fuel Industries, Ottawa<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SclM66CnjbI/AAAAAAAAAsA/kNxnovPVL2U/s1600-h/header.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 136px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SclM66CnjbI/AAAAAAAAAsA/kNxnovPVL2U/s400/header.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316865409983942066" border="0" /></a><br />Fuel Industries in Ottawa is hosting a job fair on April 1st. They're looking to fill 30 positions, including programmers, illustrators and project managers.<br />Here's the <a href="http://www.fuelindustries.com/aprilfuelsday/">link</a>.michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-67956503261788172982009-03-20T18:39:00.000-07:002009-03-20T18:45:53.665-07:00Senior Assistant Production Manager, Starz Animation, Toronto<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/ScRGvq47wZI/AAAAAAAAAq4/hYRwU4kOiaw/s1600-h/starz.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 104px; height: 96px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/ScRGvq47wZI/AAAAAAAAAq4/hYRwU4kOiaw/s320/starz.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5315451244984910226" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Senior Assistant Production Manager (APM)<br /><br />Reports to Production Manager/Associate Producer<br />Job Duties:<br /><br />Schedule and Workflow<br />Works with Production Managers and/or Associate Producer to meet overall production scheduling and budget requirements and helps to ensure the budget and scheduling are updated as changes are made to the film’s production flow and/ or staffing profile. Understands how changes may effect the budget, scheduling and overtime.<br />Looks ahead to ensure that weekly quotas, department milestones & inventory expectations are met. Strategizes with Department Lead, Senior Management and possibly other APMs to resolve any production and/or inventory issues.<br />Collaborates with Department Lead/Head to ensure the complexity of work is consistent with department budget and schedule. Strategizes with Department Lead and Senior Management on how to resolve any complexity overages.<br />Collaborates with Department Lead/Head to develop and manage workflow process.<br />Develops and manages internal department schedules and staffing requirements. Maintains list of critical assumptions and highlights any vulnerabilities.<br />Creates and maintains reports that clearly illustrate department and individual artist productivity.<br />Collaborates with Department Lead/Head to cast assignments and issue deadlines to artists.<br />Perform walk-arounds to check in with the crew.<br />Attends Director approvals and helps to drive this meeting.<br /><br />Mentoring and Staffing<br />Primary production person within department. Supervises and mentors Production Coordinators and Production Assistants for that dept.<br />Ensures the department lead is following studio review process and delivering timely performance reviews and feedback.<br />Partners with Department Lead and Senior Management to manage conflict within the department and partners with Human Resources regarding disciplinary procedures. Documents conflicts and provides updates to Human Resources and Senior Management.<br />Supports and represents directives from the studio and/ or production leadership.<br />May assist Production Management with handling transitions.<br />May be involved in the interviewing and hiring process.<br /><br />Morale and Communication<br />Responsible for maintaining crew morale.<br />Represents department in weekly production meetings. Reports department progress and discusses solutions to any issues impeding the department.<br />Partners with the Department Lead/Head to manage, motivate and create an environment conducive to achieving quotas and artistic achievements. <br /><br />Experience Required:<br />A minimum of five to seven years in production.<br />CG Feature animation experience preferred.<br />Excellent verbal and written communication skills.<br />Excel, Microsoft word a must.<br /><br />About the Film<br />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 pre-production.<br /><br />If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume indicating which position you are applying for to:<br />sat.jobs@starz.com<br /><br />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.michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-76937413174959708652009-03-20T07:47:00.000-07:002009-03-20T08:02:43.555-07:00FX Artist, Starz Animation, Toronto<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/ScOv_5djf4I/AAAAAAAAAqw/CRf2zvg8D5I/s1600-h/starz.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 104px; height: 96px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/ScOv_5djf4I/AAAAAAAAAqw/CRf2zvg8D5I/s320/starz.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5315285497518718850" border="0" /></a><br />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.<br /><br />Position Description: FX Artist<br />For: Gnomeo and Juliet<br />Reports to Head of FX<br />Position Description and Requirements:<br /><br />The FX Artist helps in the design and implementation of special effects for a feature length animated film.<br />FX production experience.<br />Intermediate to advanced experience in all aspects of 3D production is a plus.<br />Experience developing and designing FX water preferred.<br />Experience with Maya particles/dynamics and particle expressions are a must.<br />An understanding of Maya fluids a plus.<br />Knowledge of any scripting language a plus.<br />Working knowledge of cloth dynamics (Ncloth and/or Syflex) and fluid dynamics (Realflow) is a definite plus.<br />A thorough understanding of compositing principles (preferably using Fusion) a definite plus.michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-16450238421358854132009-03-18T12:33:00.000-07:002009-03-18T12:42:36.167-07:00Rigger, Bo Go III Productions, Halifax<pre><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Position Title: Rigger</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Name: Bo Go III Productions Inc.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Min Experience: 2 Years preferred</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Job Type: Contract **</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >3D CG production based in Halifax, Nova Scotia seeks a talented and</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >experienced rigger to join our growing team. Strong working knowledge of</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Maya required. Studio environment is fast-paced and committed to</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >creating high quality animation. Candidates should thrive as part of a</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >team and take direction well.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Responsibilities Include:</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >- Rig characters as assigned by Lead Rigger.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >- Complete assigned rigging tasks in a timely manner.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >- Ensure all working files are efficiently organized.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >- Follow Lead Rigger’s directions, ensuring rigs created are accurate</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >and effective.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Qualifications Include:</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >- We prefer artists that have 2 or more years of professional experience working with Maya or other professional animation software, though all talented artists are encouraged to apply.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >- Ability to rig different styles of characters using deformable and</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >non-deformable rigging.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >- A thorough understanding of constraints and hierarchal constraints.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >- A good understanding of forward and inverse kinematics relationships</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >- Ability to use expressions effetely.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >- Knowledge of television production pipeline.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >- Capable of working independently as a self-motivated person with time</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >management skills.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >- Ability to set an example for all team members by regularly</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >demonstrating strong work ethics, quality of work, teamwork, motivation,</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >and solid leadership.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >This opportunity is located in Halifax, Nova Scotia and requires</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >relocating to this city for the duration of the term.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Thank you in advance for your application! Due to the high volume of</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >applications, we only contact those applicants who are short-listed for</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >interviews.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >TO APPLY: Please send CV with online demo reel and shot breakdown list</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >as well as a sample of a skinned character (Maya files only) to the</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >following.</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Email: work@hfcprod.com</span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Attention: Colleen McGrath</span><br /></pre>michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-67801461543206400452009-03-11T14:06:00.000-07:002009-03-11T14:12:30.837-07:00Maya Animators, March Entertainment, Toronto<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SbgpDz16jqI/AAAAAAAAAnw/LtNSfKyEL0k/s1600-h/marchlogo.png"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 230px; height: 80px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SbgpDz16jqI/AAAAAAAAAnw/LtNSfKyEL0k/s320/marchlogo.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5312040905916190370" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Position: Maya Animator<br /><br />March Entertainment is looking to hire several experienced Maya animators for an exciting new Choose your Own Adventure movie starting in Toronto in April, 2009.<br /><br />Requirements:<br /><br />- A demo reel showcasing feature quality animation work<br />- 3D series or feature experience a must<br />- Ability to meet deadlines and work within a team<br />- Degree or certificate in classical animation, film or related field or equivalent production experience<br />- MUST be an Ontario resident as of Dec. 31, 2008 and Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada.<br /><br />Please include the following with your application:<br />- A résumé<br />- A cover letter describing your skills and the position that you are applying for.<br />- Links to samples of animation or demo reel<br /><br />Please email your CV and examples of your work to: resumes@marchentertainment.com<br /><br />Or send to:<br /><br />March Entertainment<br />Attn: Recruiting<br />40 Larch St, Suite 300<br />Sudbury, Ontario<br />P3E 3V7<br /><br />We thank you for your interest in this position, but due to a high volume of applications only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.<br /><br />Check out March Entertainment at: <a href="http://www.marchentertainment.com">http://www.marchentertainment.com</a>michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-31681394555509530432009-03-03T12:30:00.000-08:002009-03-03T12:36:31.903-08:00More Starz jobs, Toronto<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/Sa2Uxj0wQeI/AAAAAAAAAlU/8ZJS7ftMcFk/s1600-h/starz.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 104px; height: 96px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/Sa2Uxj0wQeI/AAAAAAAAAlU/8ZJS7ftMcFk/s400/starz.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5309063114890691042" border="0" /></a><br />Position Description:<br />Layout Finaler<br />Position Description and Requirements:<br /><br />The Layout Finaler prepares final files for lighting/rendering and compositing. This includes all set dressing elements, various elements and camera tweaking.<br />Skill set Overview<br />Strong skills in layout (planning and asset management), animation & cinematography are required.<br />Excellent communication skills, written and oral<br />Basic understanding of modeling and lighting<br />Ability to keep detailed notes and track information in data base<br />Excellent ability to manage assets within the files<br />Solid Maya Software experience:<br />Able to use the Maya tools fluidly<br />Proprietary tools will be taught<br />Solid understanding of production priorities<br />Ability to problem solve and share solutions<br />Willingness to accept direction and changes from Supervising Animators<br /><br />Position Description: Technical Surfacing Artist<br />For: Gnomeo and Juliet<br />Reports to: Head of Surfacing<br /><br />Position Description and Requirements:<br /><br />Helps establish and/or guide the look and qualities of characters, props and environments for an animated film with direction from the VFX Supervisor, Art Director and Surfacing Supervisor.<br />Ensures that Surfacing files are complete and ready for lighting<br />Spot and flag creative and technical issues as they arise – fix them where possible or work closely with TDs to adjust. Assist other surfacing artists with technical demands as required<br />Communicate with other departments to convey Surfacing needs (primarily Modeling) and provide for other departments needs (primarily Lighting).<br />Maintains awareness of the broader show needs as they relate to the Surfacing Department (schedule, complexity of setups, shader issues, technical aspects etc.)<br /><br />Requirements:<br /><br />Minimum 3 years of high-end production experience on feature films<br />Strong painting skills and artistic eye for detail combined with a strong understanding of the technical side<br />Detail oriented and the ability to understand the complexity of a 3D pipeline and work closely with TDs<br />Familiarity with mental ray as a renderer<br />Familiarity with Polygonal texturing using image maps<br />Strong uv-ing skills is a must<br />Familiarity with construction of shaders and utilities<br />Experience with hair, fur, cloth systems<br />Ability to debug complex shader networks<br />Strong photoshop knowledge<br />Experience with mudbox or zbrush<br />Some experience with mel scripting or python scripting would be an asset – minimum requirement is to be able to read scripts and debug with TDs assistance<br />Openness to existing workflows<br />Ability to solve problems independently<br />Takes initiative and enjoys learning from and teaching others<br />Ability to work well in a team setting, guide/mentor others as needed<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />About the Film<br />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.<br /><br />If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume indicating which position you are applying for to:<br />sat.jobs@starz.com<br /><br />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.<br />About Starz Animation, Toronto<br />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.<br />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.michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-70349847329345967232009-02-26T08:32:00.000-08:002009-02-26T08:47:19.400-08:00Multiple Positions, Starz Animation, Toronto<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SabHj3f6s2I/AAAAAAAAAjU/jTOdkZOSxaA/s1600-h/starz.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 104px; height: 96px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SabHj3f6s2I/AAAAAAAAAjU/jTOdkZOSxaA/s320/starz.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5307148629909877602" border="0" /></a><br />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.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Position Description: Key Lighter/Compositor</span><br />For: Gnomeo and Juliet<br />Reports to Head of Lighting & Compositing<br />Job Duties:<br />Help maintain lighting pipeline/work flow as dictated by project<br />Ensure work is of the highest possible quality<br />Understand how to properly economize renders while still achieving required quality<br />Work closely with the artistic leads to ensure creative direction is achieved<br />Be able to work with lighting artists to provide guidance and assist in problem solving<br />Responsible for lighting key shots<br /><br />Experience Required:<br />Feature Film experience required<br />Thorough knowledge of Maya and Mental Ray<br />Advanced understanding of lighting and advanced shading networks<br />Good balance between artistic and technical skills<br />Advanced knowledge of Fusion or similar node based compositing package<br />Be able to properly assess appropriate balance of lighting and compositing for a given shot<br />Python & UNIX knowledge a plus<br />Knowledge of modeling, animation, FX and surfacing a plus<br /><br />Core Competencies:<br />Able to communication effectively to people across all disciplines, and with various levels of experience<br />Must be detail oriented and organized, possess strong communication skills, and be able to handle a variety of tasks in an efficient manner.<br />Must possess exceptional problem solving skills.<br />Works in a collaborative manner and follow direction as required<br />Must be a team player and perform well under tight deadlines<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Position Description: Software Developer</span><br />Reports to Head of Software Development<br /><br />Position Description and Requirements:<br /><br />Computer Science, Engineering degree<br />Strong interest and experience in computer graphics and animation is required<br />Knowledge of CG technologies and applications (including Maya, OpenGL, Mental ray and/or Renderman) required<br />3+ years experience programming in C++ and Python<br />Software engineering knowledge, including UML, design patterns, unit-testing<br />Experience as a user and as a developer on Linux and Windows platforms<br />Knowledge of GUI tool-kits, especially wxPython, is a strong asset<br />Knowledge of network/web applications and RDBMSs is a plus<br />Strong communication and teamwork skills<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Position Description: Layout Finaler</span><br />Position Description and Requirements:<br /><br />The Layout Finaler prepares final files for lighting/rendering and compositing. This includes all set dressing elements, various elements and camera tweaking.<br /><br />Skill set Overview<br />Strong skills in layout (planning and asset management), animation & cinematography are required.<br />Excellent communication skills, written and oral<br />Basic understanding of modeling and lighting<br />Ability to keep detailed notes and track information in data base<br />Excellent ability to manage assets within the files<br />Solid Maya Software experience:<br />Able to use the Maya tools fluidly<br />Proprietary tools will be taught<br />Solid understanding of production priorities<br />Ability to problem solve and share solutions<br />Willingness to accept direction and changes from Supervising Animators<br /><br />About the Film<br />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.<br /><br />If you are interested in applying for these positions, please submit a resume indicating which position you are applying for in the subject line to:<br />sat.jobs@starz.com<br />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.<br /><br />About Starz Animation, Toronto<br />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.<br />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.michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-25291746396789425902009-02-24T10:41:00.000-08:002009-02-24T10:49:36.516-08:00Gameplay Animator, Blue Castle Games, Burnaby BC<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SaRBMuVO8YI/AAAAAAAAAis/6Mg4-Qrl4eg/s1600-h/bcglogonew2008.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SaRBMuVO8YI/AAAAAAAAAis/6Mg4-Qrl4eg/s320/bcglogonew2008.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5306437947800613250" border="0" /></a><br /><table style="width: 440px; height: 1630px;" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="2"><tbody> <tr> <td class="iCIMS_SubHeader iCIMS_SubHeader_Job">Apply for this job:</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job"><br /> <ul><li><a ss="u" href="https://jobs-bluecastlegames.icims.com/jobs/1121/job?mode=apply&apply=yes" class="iCIMS_Anchor">Apply for this job online</a></li><li><a ss="u" href="https://jobs-bluecastlegames.icims.com/jobs/1121/referral" class="iCIMS_Anchor">Refer a friend to this job</a></li></ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="iCIMS_SubHeader iCIMS_SubHeader_Job">More information about this job:</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job"><br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="iCIMS_InfoField iCIMS_InfoField_Job"><strong>OVERVIEW</strong>:</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job"><p style="margin: 0px;"><br />It's getting around - there is something amazing being built here at Blue Castle behind locked doors and as a result, we are growing our gameplay animation team.</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">You love to work in a team environment while being partnered with smart engineers and designers who are collectively working together to create fantastic in-game mocap and keyframed animations for our AAA open world action project.</p><br /><br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="iCIMS_InfoField iCIMS_InfoField_Job"><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong>: </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job"><p style="margin: 0px;">As a Gameplay Animator, you will work alongside the existing gameplay team to design, mocap, animate and tune motion for a wide variety our games characters. You will work with the team to create characters and move sets, teaming up with an engineer to implement these characters while continuing to learn and refine the fine points of gameplay animation.</p><br /><br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="iCIMS_InfoField iCIMS_InfoField_Job"><strong>REQUIREMENTS</strong>: </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job"><ul><li><div style="margin: 0px;">Must have shipped and been credited as a Gameplay Animator on a minimum of one game title on the Xbox 360 and PS3 platforms</div></li><li>A demo reel that demonstrates a solid understanding of animation theory and principles - see requirements below.</li><li>Excellent personal project and task management skills</li><li>Forward thinking Animation professional who researches new industry developments and art techniques</li><li>Clear communicator who is open to feedback and constructive evaluation</li><li>Experience with both Maya and Motion Builder with a proven ability to learn new tools and pipelines quickly.</li><li>Experience with high end character acting and facial acting animation ability</li><li>Experience with motion capture</li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">To apply for this position, please click the "Apply to this job online" button at the top of this page.</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.</span></strong></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong>DEMO REEL REQUIRED:</strong> Which must include a detailed breakdown your responsibilities and involvement of each project. Your samples need to demonstrate believable and exaggerated human character animation work. Feel free to also include any personal work you have done.</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">Online reels are preferred; however, CD or DVD formatted reels can be forwarded to: Blue Castle Games, Inc. - #300 - 4401 Still Creek Drive, Burnaby, BC, Canada V5C 6G9.</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong>BLUE CASTLE GAMES</strong> (<a href="http://www.bluecastlegames.com/" target="_blank">www.bluecastlegames.com</a>) is a full-service, multi-project and multi-platform 3rd party developer located in Vancouver, Canada. The studio was formed in 2005, fulfilling the desire to start a company where creativity, experience and hard work come together to create outstanding games. Today Blue Castle Games is a 170-person studio and in its short tenure, has developed and shipped The BIGS (published by 2K Sports in June 2007) on PS3, 360, PS2, PSP and Wii and MLB Front Office Manager (published by 2K Sports in January 2009) on PS3, 360 and PC. Currently in development and just announced is our AAA Action project<strong>, </strong>Dead Rising 2<strong>,</strong> which will be published by Capcom and released on multiple platforms.<strong> </strong>We are also well underway on another soon-to-be-announced Sports title which will be released on five platforms - PS3, 360, PS2, PSP and Wii.</p><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-75639072549384906012009-02-24T10:36:00.000-08:002009-02-24T10:50:54.651-08:003D Modeling Animation Art and Design Instructor, Vancouver College of Art and Design, Vancouver BC<div id="careers"><div id="careers"> <h2>Vancouver College of Art and Design</h2> <h3>3D Modeling Animation Art & Design Instructor<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SaRBeqj4VvI/AAAAAAAAAi0/VUCfaxUxHZY/s1600-h/landing_01.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 56px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SaRBeqj4VvI/AAAAAAAAAi0/VUCfaxUxHZY/s200/landing_01.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5306438256025949938" border="0" /></a></h3> <h4>Job Description:</h4> <p>Reporting to the Campus Director, Instructors are accountable for the following:<br /><br /></p><li> Lesson Preparation, presentation, supervision, and evaluation.<br /></li><li> Instructional delivery consistent with the learning objective specified in course outline.<br /></li><li> Assisting the Campus Director in managing student success.<br /></li><li> Explaining the course outline and expectations to students.<br /></li><li> Participating in the development and evalution of curriculum and instructional materials, as required.<br /></li><li> Attending Instructors meetings, as required<br /></li><li> Possessing a clear understanding of, and upholding, the Company's policies and procedures relating to students and instructors.<br /></li><li> Cooperating with the administration staff in the performance of their duties.<br /></li><li> Completeing required forms and records and submitting them to administration staff in a timely manner.<br /></li><li> Maintaining relevant industry skills and knowledge. <h4>Education Requirements:</h4> </li><li> Degree, diploma or certification from a recognized college or university, company or institution relating to the area of instruction. <h4>Experience Requirements:</h4> </li><li> Two or more years experience in a related field.<br /></li><li> Instructional experience and/or possession of instructors certificate preferred <h4>Application Instructions:<span style="font-weight: normal;"> Please apply at jobopp@eminata.com quote job#1002VCADI in the subject line of email</span></h4></li></div></div>michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1804119602601085053.post-28752228802470590402009-02-24T10:31:00.000-08:002009-02-24T10:51:39.357-08:00Technologist - Animation Specialist, Cambrian College, Sudbury, ON<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SaRBsIrAV4I/AAAAAAAAAi8/R9xP1Ixgoqw/s1600-h/CC_VERT_505.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 291px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_W73iQFFtztY/SaRBsIrAV4I/AAAAAAAAAi8/R9xP1Ixgoqw/s320/CC_VERT_505.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5306438487447197570" border="0" /></a><br /><span class="JobSubHead"><strong>Technologist – Animation Specialist – </strong><br /> (Two-year term appointment)</span><br /> <strong>Computer Services</strong> <p>Cambrian College's Computer Services department has an immediate requirement for an IT Technologist specializing in animation technologies on a two-year term appointment basis.</p> <p>Reporting to the Manager, Computer Operations, the successful applicant will provide support for the digital technologies of the new Animation program, which starts in September 2009.</p> <p>The Technologist will provide a high level of technical advice, guidance and support for the Animation program environment; will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of the equipment and software; will provide direct support for professors and students; will assist in coordinating part-time staff and students supporting the environment; and will participate in special project activities.</p> <p>The successful applicant must have the following: </p><ul><li>a three-year diploma or degree in Computer technology, animation systems engineering, or a related field</li><li>a minimum of five years experience with the specialized hardware and software used in 2-D and 3-D animation production</li><li>experience in the operation, use, installation and maintenance of PC-based microcomputer hardware and related equipment</li><li>experience with servers and workstations in a large enterprise server/workstation environment</li><li>experience in the use, installation, operation and maintenance of the Windows operating system and other Windows software used by the College</li><li>experience in centralized administration of laptops and workstations, including systems to distribute software patches, security updates, virus protection, scripted software fixes, and other centralized software updates</li><li>experience in enterprise imaging and other software distribution methodologies</li><li>demonstrated high-level analytical and troubleshooting skills</li><li>project management experience</li><li>excellent interpersonal, communication and time management skills</li><li>demonstrated ability to work independently with very little supervision</li></ul> <p>The following will be considered assets: </p><ul><li>A+ Certification, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, ITIL and other technology-related training</li><li>experience in the use, installation, operation and maintenance of the Apple operating system and other Apple software</li><li>experience in an educational environment</li></ul> <p><em>All candidates selected for an interview will be required to undergo appropriate testing.</em></p> <p>The wage rate for this 37.5-hour per week, two-year term appointment based at the Barrydowne Campus is $28.81 per hour.</p> <p>Interested individuals may apply with a covering letter, quoting the competition number, and a résumé, detailing education and experience, to:</p> <p align="center">Human Resources Department<br /> Cambrian College of Applied Arts and Technology<br /> 1400 Barrydowne Road, Sudbury, Ontario, P3A 3V8<br /> Email: <a href="mailto:humanresources@cambriancollege.ca">humanresources@cambriancollege.ca</a><br /> Fax: 705-524-1160</p> <p align="left"><strong>Closing Date:</strong> Friday, March 13, 2009, at 4 p.m.</p> <p>While all responses are appreciated, only those applicants who will be invited for an interview will be contacted.</p> <p align="center"><em>Committed to education and employment equity. Applications from qualified members<br /> of designated groups are encouraged</em></p>michael valiquettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08795762900893574135noreply@blogger.com0