jobby: Layout and Location Designer, Mercury Filmworks, Ottawa

Job Description: We are currently seeking a highly creative Layout & Location Designer to join our team working on a challenging, fast-paced production. This individual must be extremely motivated, possess exceptional artistic skills, have an impeccable eye for layout, and great attention to detail. The Layout & Location Designer will work under the guidance of the Art Director. The ideal candidate will always take great pride in displaying a consistent level of quality and deliver top-tier designs for one of Canada’s premier studios.

Type:                    Temporary full time with the potential for permanent full time
Salary:                  Commensurate with experience. Medical/dental benefits and RRSP plan available.
Start Date:           August 2013

Responsibilities:

• Draft, design, and lay out realistically styled sequences
• Finalize and clean up designs using Photoshop
• Execute changes on designs based on feedback of Art Director
• Demonstrate strong visual interpretation skills
• Keep team informed of potential creative problems
• Ensure that production deadlines are met while maintaining the highest standard of quality

Requirements:

• Excellent understanding of perspective and composition
• Ability to communicate well in a fast-paced and creative environment
• Ability to take direction and constructive criticism from supervisors then work effectively on an independent basis
• Must possess excellent time management skills with the utmost respect for deadlines
• Highly proficient in Photoshop
• Previous work experience and exposure to animated productions is a definite asset

Please email jobs@mercuryfilmworks.com with a link to your online portfolio as well as your resume for review and consideration. Please use reference code LLD-0713 in the subject line of your email.

All applicants must be willing to relocate to Ottawa.