Find work in Canada.

A simpler way to find your next job.

Jobs in Canada

25+ jobs

Email me new jobs Save this search

Added 25 mins ago
TT
Enterprise Account Director
TC Transcontinental
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- Full-time
We are looking for a Strategic Account Director who will be responsible for the strategic leadership, growth and long-term health of a portfolio of TC Transcontinental Core Accounts…
Added 41 mins ago
M
Producer - Gears of War - The Coalition (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Microsoft
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
…designers, and engineers and working directly with the Production Director to guide features to completion. As part of the Production team, you will be expected to help create and foster a…
Added 41 mins ago
N
Technical Director Pre Production
Netflix
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
The Pre-Production Technical Director is responsible for supporting creative and visual objectives through pipeline troubleshooting, user support, technical direction, and tool development…
Added 41 mins ago
MP
Compliance Analyst
Mount Pleasant Group
Toronto, ON
- $97,381 to $109,226 CAD / year
- Full-time
Added 1 hour ago
BM
Account Manager – Scrap and Recycling
British Metals Recycling Association
Hammonds Plains, NS
- Full-time
Hit Net Revenue targets – understand the levers of success, propose and implement solutions to clients, drive through deals
Added 1 hour ago
PC
Cloud Architecture & Engineering, Director
PwC Canada
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
As a Director, Cloud Architecture & Engineering, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve business issues, deliver high-quality client service and operational…
Added 1 hour ago
'
Manager, Brand Equity
''
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Reporting to the Sr. Director, Brand Equity & Portfolio, this 6-month contract role will provide dedicated marketing communications, project management, and agency management support across…
Added 1 hour ago
FN
Project Lead, Health Services in Remote and Isolated Communities
First Nations Health Authority
Ladysmith, BC
- Full-time
…including but not limited to the Regional Table and Health Director…
Added 1 hour ago
AS
Senior Manager, Strategic Finance
Amica Senior Lifestyles
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…initiatives, and long-range planning. Reporting directly to the Senior Director, Strategic Finance and Performance, this role partners with senior leaders and other cross-functional teams…
Added 1 hour ago
JI
Human Resources Director
J.D. Irving, Limited
Saint John, NB
- Full-time
We currently have an opportunity for a Human Resources Director within our Transportation & Logistics Division, based in Saint John, NB. Reporting to the Divisional Director of Human…
Added 1 hour ago
BS
Materials Manager
Blackline Safety
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Reporting to the Director, Operations, the Materials Manager drives Blackline Safety's Materials team to world class performance in all aspects of planning, sustaining procurement,…
Added 1 hour ago
AC
Finance Director
Aston Carter
Toronto, ON
- Contract
The Finance Director leads core financial reporting, regulatory reporting, and FP&A activities while playing a key role in ongoing finance transformation initiatives. This role oversees…
Added 1 hour ago
Technicien en Validation - Validation Technician
GRIFOLS, S.A.
Montreal, QC
…développons, produisons et commercialisons des médicaments, des solutions et des services innovants dans plus de 110 pays et…
Added 1 hour ago
Project Manager I
City of Vancouver
Vancouver, BC
…change or mitigation strategies to Senior Engineers, Associate Director, and Technology…
Added 2 hours ago
JE
Director, HR Business Partnerships (2026-9657)
Johnston Equipment
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
We are a solutions-driven, customer-focused provider of material handling, storage, and automated systems solutions and we take pride in knowing that your actions boost our customers’…
Added 2 hours ago
LD
Director of Operations
LowerLeft Designs Ltd
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Reporting into the Managing Director, the Operations Director leads the operational function of the business, ensuring products are efficiently, accurately and profitably manufactured and…
Added 2 hours ago
SR
Senior Manager, Global Risk & Advisory Services
Swim Recruiting
Vancouver, BC
- $145,000 to $190,300 CAD / year
- Contract
…tap into the potential of their people and action innovative solutions. Their team is global in scope and drives continuous improvement in everything they…
Added 2 hours ago
Supply Chain & Customer Administrator - Hybrid
Okanagan Specialty Fruits
Summerland, BC
Pioneering market-disrupting solutions through leading-edge science to elevate the way we farm and transform the way the world eats.
Added 2 hours ago
HW
Director, Fund Accounting
Harbourfront Wealth Management
Vancouver, BC
- $140,000 to $150,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
…provides financial services and holistic wealth management solutions for mid to high-net-worth individuals. Willoughby is a registered investment fund manager across various jurisdictions…
Added 2 hours ago
LM
Head of Department – Medical Biology Laboratory
Lacroix Médecine Privée
Quebec, QC
- Full-time
Reporting to the Laboratory Director and working closely with the two Assistant Managers, the successful candidate will be a hands-on manager, present on the shop floor and involved in…
Added 2 hours ago
BC
Program Assurance Technical Coordinator
Bantrel Co.
Toronto, ON
- $113,000 to $163,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
For 40 years we have delivered end-to-end solutions for some of Canada’s most challenging and complex energy, mining, infrastructure, and nuclear projects, with an unrelenting focus on…
Added 2 hours ago
LM
DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Lacroix Médecine Privée
Quebec, QC
- Full-time
The IT Director will therefore need to maintain close contact with the various business units and network teams to understand their needs, anticipate challenges, and ensure that…
Added 2 hours ago
S
Director, Policy, Services and Rates
SaskEnergy
Regina, SK
- Full-time
SaskEnergy is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to serve as Director, Policy, Services and Rates. In this role, you will provide leadership for the SaskEnergy Distribution…
Added 2 hours ago
C
Analyst, Treasury Data Quality & Reconciliations
CIBC
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
The Analyst will support the Director of Data Quality and Reconciliations team, Treasury Data Management to ensure the data integrity in Treasury owned applications. The role will ensure…
Added 2 hours ago
KE
CG Animation Supervisor
Kickstart Entertainment
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
…animation production as needed, ensuring alignment with the Director’s vision and delivery of high-quality work within schedule. This role oversees the reviewing, revising and advising the…

Kickstart Entertainment

CG Animation Supervisor

Remote, Canada

Remote

Salary Range: $1800 - 2000 per week / Equivalent Annual Salary: $93,600 - $104,000 annual · Full-time

Apply About employer

Applications open in a new tab.

Job details

Pay: Salary Range: $1800 - 2000 per week / Equivalent Annual Salary: $93,600 - $104,000 annual
Job type: Full-time
Workplace: Remote
Experience: 5+ years of industry experience in animation, with 2+ years in a supervisory or lead role
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 15, 2026

Original job description

Role Synopsis:

The Animation Supervisor is responsible for leading the animation team while also contributing directly to animation production as needed, ensuring alignment with the Director’s vision and delivery of high-quality work within schedule. This role oversees the reviewing, revising and advising the teams regarding animation execution across all phases of production to meet the creative and schedule needs of the production.

Production Responsibilities:

Work within the Animation Department in collaboration with other Kickstart team members to help establish and maintain the overall series look and style
Provide clear creative direction, feedback, and when applicable, mentorship to the animation team to ensure consistent performance quality and style adherence
Contribute directly to animation production as needed, including key/hero shots, complex sequences, or support work to maintain schedule and quality targets
Balance hands-on animation work with supervisory responsibilities, ensuring both personal output and team output meet production standards
Proactively provide ideas and solutions in relation to production technology and pipeline concerns and working with our overseas partner studio.
Work closely with Line Producer and Director to ensure that all production deadlines are met while producing work at a quality level in keeping with production requirements
Interpret and implement the Director and Client’s vision while ensuring the highest levels of artistic quality and technical continuity throughout the series
Review all shots from layout to final comp in collaboration with the Director, ensuring quality, continuity, and readiness for next phases
Work in collaboration with the Director and Production team to align on priorities, set clear objectives, conduct regular check-ins, monitor progress, and report results to Production
Participate in weekly calls with Partner Studio teams to discuss and offer solutions for creative and technical problems
Support updating documentation relevant to the Animation Department workflows and best practices
Analyze successes, challenges, and lessons learned during the production process for inclusion in final post-mortem ("retrospective") reports
Participate in any relevant production-related meetings by offering solutions to problems and listening to the team's concerns
Cultivate strong client communication and care
Flag any animation- or technical-related issues that may impact schedule or quality to Production and Director.
Ensure all work adheres to pipeline requirements, naming conventions, file management standards and security protocols
Support troubleshooting of creative and technical issues across animation and adjacent departments

Studio Responsibilities:

Work in collaboration with Creative Director, and IT Team to implement new tools and workflows which increase productivity and efficiency
Review materials and collaborate closely with overseas partner studio(s) to ensure a smooth information flow between locations, both files and personal communication
Leading and managing in a manner aligned with Kickstart’s Core Values
And such other duties as Kickstart may assign from time to time

5+ years of industry experience in animation, with 2+ years in a supervisory or lead role
Extensive experience working on animated series productions (2D, CG, or hybrid pipelines)
Strong proficiency in Maya, Harmony, Nuke, and/or relevant animation software, depending on pipeline
Excellent understanding of animation principles, performance, acting, timing, and style consistency
Proven experience reviewing and providing actionable feedback on animation work at scale
Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience mentoring artists and leading reviews
Experience working with overseas partner studios and distributed teams, and attending meeting times that align across multiple time zones.
Strong understanding of animation pipelines, including layout, animation, FX, and compositing workflows
Working knowledge of Flow Production Tracking (fka Shotgrid)
Proficiency in Google Workspace (Mail, Calendar, Sheets, Docs) and Slack
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance creative direction with production realities, including schedule and budget constraints
Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and sound judgment in escalation and decision-making
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset

Kickstart Entertainment is a growing animation and production studio with locations in Vancouver, Los Angeles, Arkansas, Hong Kong, Suzhou, and Mumbai. We believe in the power of collaboration - it shows in the way we work and in the supportive, creative environment we've built where innovation and great ideas thrive.

At Kickstart, we know that experience comes in many forms. You may not meet every qualification listed, and that's okay. If your skills and experience are closely aligned with what we're looking for, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and believe they make our team stronger.

Why Kickstart?

Having the right experience and skills is only one part of what we're looking for. We seek people who align with our Core Values and who are just as passionate about building an inclusive, collaborative, and supportive workplace as they are about creating exceptional content.

Together, we're building a globally recognized studio known for outstanding storytelling, creative excellence, and a culture where talented people can do their best work.

Kickstart is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and accessible workplace throughout every stage of the employee journey, including recruitment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Create. Collaborate. Kickstart.

Salary Range: $1800 - 2000 per week / Equivalent Annual Salary: $93,600 - $104,000 annual

Dates: Start date TBC in November 2026

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (combination of in-studio and remote work)

Disclaimer: Kickstart may use AI-assisted tools during the recruitment process to help organize, screen, and assess applications. These tools support our hiring team but do not make hiring decisions. All employment decisions are made by people.

Your personal information will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and will only be used for recruitment and employment-related purposes.

Apply About employer

More about this job

Responsibilities

The Animation Supervisor leads the animation team to ensure creative vision and production quality are met while balancing hands-on animation tasks. They collaborate with directors and partner studios to manage workflows, troubleshoot technical issues, and maintain production schedules.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of industry experience, including 2 years in a supervisory role, with strong proficiency in animation software like Maya and Harmony. A deep understanding of animation pipelines, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to manage distributed teams are essential.

Skills

Animation supervision
Maya
Harmony
Nuke
Animation principles
Team leadership
Mentorship
Pipeline management
Flow Production Tracking
Shotgrid
Creative direction
Technical troubleshooting
Project management
Communication
Organizational skills
Problem-solving

Visa sponsorship

Not detected in the job text

Keywords

CG Animation
Animation Supervisor
Maya
Harmony
Nuke
Flow Production Tracking
Shotgrid
Layout
Compositing
FX
Pipeline
Creative Direction
Team Management
Mentorship
Production Management
Technical Continuity
Google Workspace
Slack
Distributed Teams
Animation Principles
Performance
Timing
Style Consistency
Post-mortem
Workflow Optimization
Quality Assurance
Client Communication
Budget Constraints
Schedule Management
Hybrid Work

Report this job