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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…
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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
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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…
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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…
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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

WildBrain

Senior Previs/Layout Artist (Feature)

Vancouver, BC, Canada

$1625 - $1961, CAD per week based on a 40-hour work week. · Full-time

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Pay: $1625 - $1961, CAD per week based on a 40-hour work week.
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 10, 2026
Experience: 3+ years of experience in animation or film industry
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 10, 2026

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Job title

Senior Previs/Layout Artist (Feature)

Overview

WildBrain Studios is looking for a Senior Previs Layout Artist to join our team!

Reporting to the Previs/Layout Supervisor, this role you’ll you interpret storyboards and realize them into the CG environment by establishing camera blocking, composition and lens choice. You work closely with the team to create balanced solutions to any related technical issues.

Find a job that lets your imagination run wild! 

 

WildBrain Studios produces fan-favorite animation and award-winning content that kids and families love in every corner of the globe. We love what we do and it shows in the quality content we produce! Our custom-built Vancouver studio in beautiful British Columbia is a wonderful backdrop for our artists, but it doesn’t end there, we have employees working remotely across BC, Canada, and the world!  Our artist-centric culture means we invest in our people, we provide training and growth opportunities, a healthy work-life balance, and fun activities throughout the year to meet, mingle and get creative with your team. If you like what you are reading so far, well buckle up, we’re just getting started! 

Responsibilities & Qualifications

What You’ll Do:

CG visualization of storyboard animatic

Establish camera blocking, composition and lens choice 

Character key posing and animation
Work with the Previs/Layout Supervisor to provide coverage options to Director 
Work with the Previs/Layout Supervisor to ensure work adheres to the vision set out by the directors 
Proactively identify possible creative / technical problems with shots 
Ensure the Previs/Layout team is productive by answering questions that arise 
Train, mentor, and motivate new Previs/Layout Artists who are placed on the crew 
Assist Previs/Layout team in execution of camera lensing and staging, composition and blocking of scenes from storyboard animatics 
Complete assigned sequences within scheduled timeframe 
Ensure shot continuity 
Anticipate, communicate, and troubleshoot any creative or technical issues with assistance from lead Layout artist 
Assist /guide Previs/Layout Artists in the organization of their assignments 
Keep current on Layout techniques and technology

Create and rig proxy models as needed 

What You’ll Bring

3+ years of experience in animation or film industry

Solid knowledge of Maya is essential 

Ability to interpret storyboards and realizes them in a CG environment 
Firm understanding of cameras, staging, composition, perspective, pacing, timing and cinematography concepts in animation context 
Solid understanding of cinematic language and camera terminology 
A strong understanding of character key posing and a developed foundation of animation principles.
Ability to communicate creative and technical thoughts and ideas 
Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently 
Ability to work alone and collaboratively, often with multiple tasks and under deadline pressure 
Encouraging attitude towards feedback and new initiatives 
Degree/diploma in fine arts or animation or equivalent experience an asset

Basic modeling and rigging is an asset

This is a Union position and the terms and conditions of employment are covered by a collective agreement.

Why WildBrain

Pay Range

$1625 - $1961, CAD per week based on a 40-hour work week.

Candidates are paid within the range posted, but their exact pay will vary based on the level, responsibilities and expectations of the role. We also take into consideration the experience and skills that individual brings, with consideration of our internal equity.

We make sure to take care of all our hard-working Wild Brains by offering a comprehensive benefits package and a workplace culture that values our employees’ wellbeing. Our staff enjoy RRSP matching, multi-tiered benefits so you can pick the coverage that’s best for you, free mental health resources, and additional perks like half-days in the summer, extra holidays in the winter and regular events to connect our teams virtually, and in-person. Learn more about our benefits here and IATSE Local 938 site.

In short – life is good on the Wild side!

Visit wildbrain.com/studios to learn more!

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" WildBrain Studio provides an atmosphere free from barriers to promote inclusion, equity and diversity. We demonstrate our commitment to this by providing a supportive work environment and a culture that welcomes and encourages equal opportunities for all employees. WildBrain Studio also accommodates people with disabilities throughout the selection process. Should you require accommodation, please let us know your requirements when contacted.”

Job location

Job location

Hybrid/Flexible, Vancouver

Applicant criteria

Level of experience

Senior

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Responsibilities

Translate storyboard animatics into CG scenes by creating camera blocking, composition, lensing, character poses, and animation while ensuring shot continuity and meeting deadlines. Collaborate with the supervisor and director, troubleshoot creative and technical issues, and support, train, and mentor the Previs/Layout team.

Requirements

Applicants should have at least three years of animation or film industry experience, solid Maya knowledge, and a strong grasp of cameras, staging, composition, perspective, pacing, timing, cinematography, and animation principles. Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and time-management skills are expected; a fine arts or animation degree or diploma and basic modeling and rigging experience are assets.

Skills

Maya
Storyboard Interpretation
CG Visualization
Camera Blocking
Composition
Lens Selection
Character Posing
Animation
Cinematography
Staging
Perspective
Pacing and Timing
Basic Modeling
Rigging
Mentoring
Time Management

Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan Matching
Tiered Benefits Coverage
Mental Health Resources
Summer Half-Days
Additional Winter Holidays
Team Events

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Keywords

Maya
Previsualization
Layout
CG Visualization
Storyboard Animatics
Camera Blocking
Camera Lensing
Composition
Cinematography
Camera Terminology
Character Key Posing
Animation Principles
Staging
Perspective
Pacing
Timing
Shot Continuity
Proxy Models
Modeling
Rigging
Creative Problem-Solving
Technical Troubleshooting
Mentoring
Feature Animation
Director Collaboration

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