ART DIRECTOR (NEW SERIES)
Toronto, ON
Canada
Category
Film / TV
Industry
Broadcasting / Radio / TV / Film / Video
Experience Required
Yes
Employment Type
Employee
Work Schedule
Full-Time
Job Description

Our Toronto Studio is looking for an Art Director for a brand new CG series! They will act as the main creative liaison between Jam Filled and the client, working closely with the series Director on all aspects of the show’s design, look and mood. This role leads a team of artists through all creative aspects of the series, ensuring quality and consistency of style throughout the show, and provides direction and internal approval for all artistic elements and in-house design.

Responsibilities

You’ll get to:

  • Act as main creative liaison between Jam Filled and the client, working closely with the show Director and Design team on all aspects of a show’s design, look and mood
  • Lead team of artists through all creative aspects of the project, ensuring quality and consistency of style throughout the show
  • Will assign work based on individual specialties
  • Provide guidance and support where required
  • Provide training where required
  • Provide direction and internal approval for all artistic elements and in-house design (i.e. assets, matte paintings, color design, lighting, visual effects etc…)
  • Collaborate with Recruitment Manager on recruitment and selection of new design hires
  • Keep up to speed with current industry trends
 
Job Requirements
Qualifications

This will be your jam if you have:

5+ years Art Department experience within animated series work
Completed post-secondary education in classical animation, art fundamentals, or other relevant area of study
Proven, significant experience with character and environment creation
Demonstrated ability to adapt artistic style as required for each project
Working knowledge of drawing software and CG animated film technology
Cinematography knowledge an asset
Hands on experience in any /all aspects of modeling, surfacing, layout, lighting, compositing an asset
What’s in it for you?

Healthcare and dental
Competitive remuneration
Various activities, team-building events and parties
Flexible work hours
Focus on work/life balance
Great vacation package
How to apply?

Please submit video portfolio link and resume, with “Art Director – Toronto” in subject line, to: careers@jamfilled.com

THANK YOU!

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining the Jam Filled team, however we may be unable to reply to everyone

Jam Filled is an equal opportunity employer. We will provide accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process should it be required. Must be eligible to work in Canada.