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Content Creator Marketing - Admin (16135)
Lake Country Co-operative Association Limited
Prince Albert, SK
- Full-time
Who Youll Work With: Reporting to the Director, Marketing and Community Relations and working closely with the Marketing team, this
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Technical Director Pre-Production - Netflix Animation Studios
Netflix Animation Studios Canada ULC
Vancouver, BC
- On-site
The Pre-Production Technical Director is responsible for supporting creative and visual objectives through pipeline troubleshooting, user support, technical direction, and tool development…
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Director
Kickstart Entertainment
Remote, Canada
- $124,800 to $135,200 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Remote
The Director is responsible for leading the creative vision and execution of an animated production from script development through final animatic delivery and into animation production.…
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Director
Kickstart Entertainment
Remote, Canada
- $124,800 to $135,200 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Remote
The Director is responsible for leading the creative vision and execution of an animated production from script development through final animatic delivery and into animation production.…
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Senior Creative Lead / Head of Creative
inBeat Agency
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
This is a senior leadership role with real creative authority, one step below Director. You'll own the output of the Creative Strategy, Production, and Post teams and be a visible creative…
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Senior Previs/Layout Artist (Feature)
WildBrain
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Work with the Previs/Layout Supervisor to provide coverage options to Director
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Senior Animator (Adult Series)
ICON Creative Studio
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Ability to understand and interpret effectively a storyboard and the Director’s feedback and be able to give direction to a team.
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Senior Layout Artist, CG
WildBrain
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Work with the Layout Supervisor to provide coverage options to Director
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CAD Specifier, Architectural Interiors
Teknion
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Reports to: Director of Customer Experience, Architectural Interiors, North America
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Storyboard Revisions Artist
Kickstart Entertainment
Remote, Canada
- $72,800 to $78,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Remote
Role Description: The Storyboard Revisions Artist is responsible for implementing creative notes and revisions to existing storyboards for a 3D animated series. Working closely with the…
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Storyboard Revisions Artist
Kickstart Entertainment
Remote, Canada
- $72,800 to $78,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Remote
Role Description: The Storyboard Revisions Artist is responsible for implementing creative notes and revisions to existing storyboards for a 3D animated series. Working closely with the…
Added 18 days ago
CG Storyboard Artist
Atomic Cartoons
Vancouver, BC
- Applicants must have resided within BC as of December 31, 2025 and be able to provide the appropriate supporting documents
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Lead Animator, CG (Feature)
WildBrain
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Provide feedback to the Animation Director and Supervisor on shot casting and bidding for sequences assigned to their team
Added 26 days ago
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Media & Information AI Training Specialist - Task Creation & Model Evaluation
Rise Data Labs
Canada
- Full-time
…sourcing, writing a script or shot list, reviewing a rough cut or…
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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 29 days ago
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Multimedia Content & Marketing Coordinator
Avmax Careers - Canada
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
The Multimedia Content & Marketing Coordinator reports to the Marketing & Communications Coordinator/Lead and Director, Business Intelligence.
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Concept Artist
Electronic Arts
Vancouver, BC
…characters, lighting, and props. Working closely with the Art Director, they interpret creative briefs and explore original ideas, creating artwork that sets the style and mood of the…
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Senior Brand and Motion Designer
Helcim
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
…Helcim wherever someone meets us. You'll report to Rodolfo, our Director of Design, and work directly with Marketing. Your job is to keep our visual output…
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Senior Brand & Motion Designer
Helcim Inc
Calgary, AB
…Helcim wherever someone meets us. You'll report to Rodolfo, our Director of Design, and work directly with Marketing. Your job is to keep our visual output…
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Concept Artist (Environment) - EA SPORTS FC
Electronic Arts
Vancouver, BC
…characters, lighting, and props. Working closely with the Art Director, they interpret creative briefs and explore original ideas, creating artwork that sets the style and mood of the…
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Content Creator (Professional Services)
Co-op
Prince Albert, SK
- Full-time
Who You’ll Work With: Reporting to the Director, Marketing and Community Relations and working closely with the Marketing team, this position will help bring our brand to life across social…
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Concept Artist (Environment) - EA SPORTS FC
EA SPORTS
Vancouver, BC
- Temporary
…characters, lighting, and props. Working closely with the Art Director, they interpret creative briefs and explore original ideas, creating artwork that sets the style and mood of the…
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Technical Director Pre-Production - Netflix Animation Studios
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 4 months ago
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2D Storyboard Director
Bardel Entertainment
Vancouver, BC
- $2,000 to $2,200 CAD / week
- Full-time
Bardel is looking for a 2D Storyboard Director to lead the visual storytelling for an original anime-inspired project, translating a web comic into dynamic storyboards and animatics for a…
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2D Animation Director
Bardel Entertainment
Vancouver, BC
- $1,900 to $2,000 CAD / week
- Full-time
Collaborate with the Storyboard Director, Producer, and other department leads to translate boards into engaging animated sequences

Netflix

Technical Director Pre Production

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Experience: 5+ years of proven pipeline TD experience in large-scale animated features, animated TV series, games and/or VFX feature films.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 15, 2026

Original job description

Netflix Animation Studios is on a mission to entertain the world with bold, immersive animated films that are timeless and impactful. We are paving the way for the future of animation by building a community of amazing artists and talent across three vibrant locations globally. Come join us!

The Opportunity:

The Pre-Production Technical Director is responsible for supporting creative and visual objectives through pipeline troubleshooting, user support, technical direction, and tool development for front-end craft groups, including Story, Edit, Art, Concept, Design, Visual Development, and Previs. As a technical expert, the Pre-Production Technical Director exhibits a deep understanding of processes, technology, and tools within these domains. They contribute technical expertise to the design and development of artist workflows and tools, ensuring that the pre-production process is efficient and integrated with the overall production pipeline.

What You’ll Do:

Technical Responsibilities:

Understand the visual requirements for productions and suggest new technologies, or design procedures, techniques, and tools to meet these requirements.
Provide technical expertise and guidance for all technology within the Pre-Production department.
Contribute to the direction, evolution, and maintenance of the technology within the Pre-Production Department.
Design, develop, and write well-maintainable and consistently high-quality code.
Track and resolve the most complex technical issues within Pre-Production in partnership with other TDs and Software Engineers.
Work closely with other TDs and Software Engineers within Pre-Production to drive the technical success of key development initiatives.
Ensure that technology, tools, and procedures within the Pre-Production Craft Group support the creative process.
Provide solutions to visual problems through existing tools or by leading the implementation of new tools.
Take responsibility for the troubleshooting and optimization of Pre-Production tools, software, and workflows.
Actively drive the QA, technical testing, and validation of new technology, tool releases, or pipeline changes, ensuring artist workflow is not impacted.
Understand the processes of adjoining departments and provide input where required to maximize pipeline efficiency and quality.
Actively participate in brainstorming and problem-solving, contributing technical expertise and insight to create and maintain technology within the canonical production pipeline.
Support the organization’s overall technical goals as required.

Bidding & Scheduling Responsibilities:

Be aware of the deadlines for own development initiatives and actively engage in keeping these on track.
Continuously monitor the scope of the most technically challenging development initiatives within the Pre-Production department and help to ensure scope adjustments have additional estimates, etc.
Prioritize and break down technical projects into organized parts.
Work with the Supervising TD to prepare estimates and pitches as required.

Talent & Performance Management Responsibilities:

Work with the Supervising TD for Front-End to provide technical guidance to Pre-Production TDs with day-to-day issues and escalate through the right channels when necessary.
Work with Technology Talent Management and Supervising TDs to help further develop the skills and abilities of mid-level TDs within the Front End Craft Group.
Mentor mid-level TDs within the team and assist in orientation with senior new starters.
Create synergies between different work groups to promote efficiency and optimization and to generate innovative ideas and approaches to how we do things.

Communication Collaboration & Relationship Development Responsibilities:

Strong communication skills for technical ideas, project status, problems, requirements, rollout plans, etc.
Able to communicate with Program Managers to contribute to the scheduling and planning of complex technology initiatives.
Able to discuss complex issues with Senior Software Engineers, developers, and supervisors.
Able to present to small teams (tool demos, Show Contract process, Support Dashboards, etc.).
Good written communication skills for specs, tickets, status updates, etc.

Behaviours:

Takes a collaborative approach, always working towards team goals and success.
Is artist-focused, passionate about improving the artist experience and workflow.
Acts as a proactive contributor, eager to learn and help the team succeed.
Stays supportive and approachable, fostering a friendly and open environment.
Is detail-oriented, ensuring high standards in all work.
Remains trustworthy and reliable in all responsibilities.

What You’ll Need:

Relevant education in software engineering and/or film creation process.
5+ years of proven pipeline TD experience in large-scale animated features, animated TV series, games and/or VFX feature films.
Proven technical achievements within feature animation or VFX.
An understanding of traditional techniques appropriate to the Pre-Production craft group.
Comprehensive experience using and troubleshooting in relevant software such as Maya, Flix, Avid, Storyboard Pro, Premiere, Photoshop, and other related software used in the Pre-Production domain.
Comprehensive understanding of technical details within the Pre-Production department.
Ability to code review and troubleshoot problems as they arise.
Expert knowledge in Python as well as PyQt or another GUI toolkit.
Knowledge of concepts like data flow, data dependencies, metadata, publishing, and retrieval.
Solid understanding of C++ is a plus. A strong understanding of USD and its general concepts.
Knowledge of Flow Production Tracking (ShotGrid).
Knowledge of code management software such as git and GitHub and code review processes.
Knowledge of software development practices such as Agile and how to apply them in software such as Jira.
Degree in Animation, Film, Computer Science, Design, Engineering, Math, or Physics, or equivalent combination of education and work experience in animation/VFX.

This role is based in Vancouver, British Columbia. Hybrid Role (Minimum requirement of 3 days a week in the office).

At NAS, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your compensation. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, location, skills, and experience. The overall market range for this role is typically $120,000 to $180,000 CAD. This reflects total compensation; we do not have bonuses.

NAS benefits can include mental/dental/vision plans, mental health support, retirement programs, and family-forming benefits, paid leave of absence programs, and paid time away programs to be used for vacation and sick paid time off. See more detail about our benefits here.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

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Responsibilities

The Technical Director is responsible for supporting creative objectives through pipeline troubleshooting, tool development, and technical direction for pre-production craft groups. They also manage technical projects, mentor mid-level TDs, and ensure efficient integration of workflows across the production pipeline.

Requirements

Candidates must have 5+ years of pipeline TD experience in large-scale animation or VFX and possess expert knowledge in Python and GUI toolkits. A degree in a relevant field such as Animation, Computer Science, or Engineering is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills

Pipeline troubleshooting
Technical direction
Tool development
Python
PyQt
C++
USD
Flow Production Tracking
Git
GitHub
Jira
Maya
Flix
Avid
Storyboard Pro
Premiere

Benefits

Mental health support
Dental plan
Vision plan
Retirement programs
Family-forming benefits
Paid leave of absence
Paid time off

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Technical Director
Pre-production
Animation
Pipeline
VFX
Software Engineering
Python
PyQt
C++
USD
ShotGrid
Git
GitHub
Jira
Agile
Maya
Flix
Avid
Storyboard Pro
Premiere
Photoshop
Workflow optimization
Technical testing
Code review
Data flow
Metadata
Feature animation
Visual development
Previs
Software development

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