Job Description

IoM Media Ventures is a 3D animation studio located in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Our studio\xe2\x80\x99s talent-friendly, encouraging atmosphere is where highly-skilled individuals come together to create ground breaking animated content and custom interactive interfaces.
Why work at IoM?
At IoM (Island of Misfits) we\xe2\x80\x99re constantly raising the bar for our productions and developing our pipeline and people. If you are a passionate artist looking for an opportunity to grow your skillset in a collaborative environment, we\xe2\x80\x99d like to hear from you!

• Join the fastest growing CG animation studio in Halifax, Nova Scotia
• Gain a flexible work environment with options for remote and in-studio positions
• Collaborate on new properties and well-known brands to create TV series with industry-leading partners
• Work with a talented group of artists to reach your highest potential
• Utilize the latest tools, technology and software, with training support provided, when necessary

IoM upholds a premium standard of quality across all of our projects, both large and small.

• We hire for the long-term and give artists the opportunity to grow and advance within the company.
• We support PR applications.
• We offer a generous benefits and RRSP package for all employees.

• We are committed to increasing the diversity of our team and promoting equity in hiring and career progression. We welcome applications from people of all identities, professional backgrounds, competencies and skill levels.

The Role:
We\xe2\x80\x99re currently seeking an Animator to join one of our awesome 3D productions! As an Animator, you will have exceptional character animation skills and considerable experience in 3D animation for broadcast television or feature film productions. You excel at creating high-calibre, dramatic and action-oriented character animation, while at the same time meeting production deadlines.
Responsibilities:

• Work from storyboard/animatic to create animation sequences as assigned by director
• Strong understanding of the principles of animation, lip-sync, and camera composition
• Complete assigned animation within scheduled timeframe
• Block movements in rough animation, refine and polish to completion in final animation
• Address required revisions and modify shots as requested
• Based on the production schedule and resources available, ensure and maintain the quality, style and continuity of your animation
• Anticipate, communicate, and troubleshoot any creative or technical issues with assistance from key stakeholders
• Actively participate in production-related meetings by offering thoughts and ideas
• Assist with and complete production-related assignments
• Keep current on animation techniques and technology
• Ensure the lead animator/director\xe2\x80\x99s instructions are carried through
• Recommend any team training needs to lead animator
• Carry out duties in a professional and positive manner
• Be a positive and creative force on the team

Qualifications:

• 2+ year of experience in animation or film industry
• Degree/diploma in fine arts or animation or equivalent experience an asset
• Proficiency with standard industry software (eg. Maya)
• Solid understanding of character posing, character animation lip sync and camera composition
• Take direction, collaborate, and be a team player
• Communicate creative and technical thoughts and ideas in a professional manner
• Able to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently
• Work independently and collaboratively, often with multiple tasks and under deadline pressure
• Able to adapt to multiple animation styles

Thank you for your interest in joining our island.
IoM Media acknowledges that our work is created in Mi\xe2\x80\x99kma\xe2\x80\x99ki, the ancestral and unceded territorial lands of the Mi\xe2\x80\x99kmaq People. We are privileged to be able to create stories for a worldwide audience in a place of great natural beauty and cultural significance, and recognize that acknowledgment is only the first step to advancing truth, reconciliation, and equity.