Multiple Positions, Fuel Industries, Ottawa

Fuel ran a great Job Fair last week, for those who couldn't attend, here's the link to their job board.
They're doing hiring in all kinds of positions, including:

• Chief Operations Officer
• Director, Marketing
• Business Development Manager
• Project Manager / Interactive Producer
• Director, Production and Resources
• Product Manager
• Business Analyst
• Game Developer
• iPhone Developer
• Maya Animator / Rigger
• Flash Interactive Developer
• Flash Game Developer
• Illustrator / Animator
• Graphic Designer
• Interface Designer
• Web Developer
• Java Developer

Multiple Positions, Ottawa International Animation Festival, Ottawa

Ottawa International Animation Festival Employment Opportunities:
Position: Various Titles
Do you enjoy a challenging and unpredictable work environment, where each day brings excitement and a chance to learn something new?

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.

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.

Eligibility Criteria:
You must currently be in receipt of Employment Insurance (EI) payments or have received EI payments within the last 3 years (Reach back status)
Live in the Ottawa area
You must not leave employment to participate in JCP
You must not be a current full-time student
You must have your Employment Insurance status verified
You may only participate in the JCP once in a 2 year period

(Applicants that do not clearly indicate their ability to meet these criteria in the cover letter will not be considered.)

We are looking for people to excel in the following positions:
Receptionist (May 4th – October 30th)
Special Events Coordinator (May 19th – November 13, 2009)
Box Office Coordinator (May 19th – November 13, 2009)
Programming Assistant (May 19th – November 13, 2009)
Guest Services Coordinator (May 19th – November 13, 2009)

Your responsibilities may include:
Processing pass orders and ticket sales;
Simple bookkeeping using Quickbooks software;
Answering emails and phone calls;
Handling guest travel arrangements;
Writing correspondence;
Updating the contact database;
Watching cartoons;
Working with sponsors;
Coordinating volunteers;
Fighting chaos.

Skills and Abilities:
Clear communication (written and oral);
English essential (French and other languages an asset);
Exceptionally organized;
Work well under pressure in an open-concept office;
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, database and Internet programs;
Work independently and as part of a team with all kinds of people;
Meet deadlines;
Pay close attention to detail;
Impeccable customer service.

Salary:
You will be paid the maximum EI earnings ($423) per week.

How to apply:
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.

For more information regarding job descriptions, or to submit your resume, please contact Jennifer Noseworthy at: jennifer@animationfestival.ca, or call 613-232-8769.

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.

Job Fair at Fuel Industries, Ottawa

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.
Here's the link.

Spin VFX Toronto, seeking Lead After Effects/Maya Artist

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

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

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

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

No phone calls please.

Spin VFX Toronto, seeking After Effects Animators/Compositors

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

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

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

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


No phone calls please.

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

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

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

Crewing up for a MASSIVE project and we want you!

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

Send Resume/reels to jobs@tracepictures.com

CarpeDiem in Montreal is looking for a layout supervisor

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

Big Soul seeks Animation Artists

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

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