About the role
Step into the ring and join us as a Location Designer on a new action-comedy wrestling shorts series for kids 8-11 from one of the creative powerhouses behind Total Drama Island!
Guru Studio is a creative-driven entertainment company and an industry leader in animated storytelling. For over twenty years, our studio has brought to life some of the most recognizable and beloved children’s properties in the world.
Responsibilities:
Work with Director and Art Director to design locations in the style of the show
Provide multiple views, maps and exploratory designs of your locations
Create both linear and tonal/painted location designs
Collaborate with Art Director and design team to develop a consistent look for the show
Contribute substantially and decisively to the evolution of the show design
Demonstrate commitment to creative collaboration in a time-sensitive environment
Qualifications:
Excellent drawing and painting skills (perspective, interiors, architecture, landscapes)
A solid understanding of light, shadow and colour
A thorough understanding of location design and a clear understanding of how your designs will be used through the production pipeline
Experience working with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop is a must
Experience on a 2D production and knowledge of modeling locations and 2D layout an asset
Excellent creativity and demonstrated ability to generate innovative concepts and ideas
Able to design within certain specifications (maintaining pre-determined proportions and keeping within an overall look)
Ability to productively discuss, make decisions, and communicate ideas in a wide variety of aesthetic areas
Previous show experience a must
Why Join Guru?
We create a collaborative and creatively fulfilling work environment by promoting courage, purpose, inspiration, integrity, transparency, and empowerment as our core values
We take great pride in our work and we always ensure it reflects a high standard of quality and creativity
We encourage individuals to grow with us by offering learning opportunities that encourage skill development and growth
We are proud to support philanthropic initiatives that support our local and global community through our charity committee Guru Gives
We offer health and wellness support through an extensive benefits plan and extended mental health services and initiatives
We allow the flexibility to work remotely while making our downtown studio available for in-person team building and collaboration
Contract duration:Fixed-term contract of approximately 4 weeks
Expected compensation: $1,450 per week, depending on experience and role requirements
Vacancy status: This posting reflects a current vacancy that we are actively working to fill
Guru is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that celebrates the diversity of its employees. We are dedicated to employment equity and welcome applications from people from all Indigenous groups, races, religions, genders and people with disabilities.
We are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience during our recruitment process and are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where candidates and employees feel valued and respected. Guru strives to respect the dignity and independence of people with disabilities and is committed to giving them the same opportunity to succeed in the recruitment process as all other candidates. If you have a disability, you may request to be accommodated at any time.
Guru will work with all candidates to accommodate individual accessibility needs to the point of undue hardship.
Guru Studio would like to thank all applicants for your interest, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Guru Studio is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary: $1,450 per weekOriginally posted on Himalayas