Job Description

IoM Media Ventures is a 3D animation studio located in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Our studio’s talent-friendly, encouraging atmosphere is where highly-skilled individuals come together to create innovative and engaging animated content.
Why work at IoM?
At IoM (Island of Misfits) we’re 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’d 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.

We’re currently seeking an experienced leader to fill the role of Animation Supervisor for upcoming series television productions.
Responsibilities:

• Execute the creative direction set by the Director
• Maintain the technical standards set by the CG Supervisor
• Assign sequences to animation team and manage progress
• Supervise the animation crews to deliver the expected and desired performance and footage
• Ensure and maintain the quality, style, and continuity of animation across the show
• Review the work of each animator on a regular basis and approve shots for submission to the director
• Work with leads to conduct model and rig testing to ensure rigs are production ready
• Work with leads to create show/ series specific cycles / poses
• Work with leads to conduct a range of motion tests for all new character builds
• Anticipate, communicate, and troubleshoot any creative or technical issues with assistance from key stakeholders
• Assist in the development of any specialized assets as needed
• Work collaboratively as part of the senior production team
• Complete assigned sequences within scheduled timeframe

HR/Recruitment:

• Work with recruitment coordinator to ensure selected reels are reviewed, consult on the selection of candidates and take part in the interview process

Crew Management:

• Train animation teams on an ongoing basis both technically and creatively
• Communicate expectations to animation team while balancing creative desires with the requirements of production
• Oversee the daily activities of the animation crew
• Partners with Management to guide artists’ overall professional development, providing performance feedback, mentoring, assist with resolving performance issues and maintaining positive morale amongst the crew

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Strong management, and organizational skills
• 5+ years of experience as a Senior or Lead Animator in the Animation Industry
• Proficiency with standard industry software (eg. Maya)
• Strong understanding of key-framed animation development processes, limitations and dependencies
• Ability to interpret storyboards and realize them in a 3D environment
• A strong understanding of basic human kinetics, and basic real world physics
• Understanding of rigging and modeling
• Thorough understanding of animation principles
• Strong understanding of cinematic storytelling principles and techniques
• Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Able to effectively give direction and set priorities for themselves and others, as well as manage the progress of work
• Proactive work ethic, capable problem solver with the ability to implement solutions
• Be a positive and creative force on the team
• Thrive in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment
• Must be open to direction and able to embrace change

Thank you for your interest in joining our island.
IoM is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all individuals and are always happy to discuss flexible working needs.