jobby: 2D Animators, Portfolio Entertainment, Toronto

PORTFOLIO ENTERTAINMENT is a creative-driven, fast-paced children’s and family media company committed to embracing change and finding new approaches to storytelling. Our in-house animation studio is innovative and teeming with talent and our international distribution division takes our content worldwide

We are currently looking for a 2D Harmony Animators to join our Studio.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Draft, design and produce high quality animation as directed.
• Be accountable for ensuring that our high quality standards are met.
• Work closely with other animators, artists, compositors and technical directors in order to identify and solve problems.
• From time to time, assist with rigging character and prop assets and other animation pipeline tasks as directed.
• Must be able to communicate artistic and technical concepts clearly and work in a team environment.

Essential Qualifications:

• 2+ years experience in animation series production.
• Computer proficient in Microsoft OS, Excel systems and other production related software.
• Strong knowledge of Harmony.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and follow through in a fast-paced environment.
• Be pro-active and solution-orientated.
• Be forward-thinking and able to troubleshoot, forecast and plan appropriately to avoid production problems and delays.
• Great communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Maintain a positive, upbeat and professional attitude, and contribute to the collaborative, respectful and constructive culture of our studio.
• Take and execute direction with minimal oversight.

To apply:

Please send your resume to jobs@portfolio-ent.com and reference: Animator in the subject of your submission.  Only selected, qualified applicants will be contacted for personal interview. Must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident to apply.