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Technical Director Lighting - Netflix Animation Studios
Netflix
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
5+ years of proven pipeline TD experience in large-scale animated features, animated TV series, the gaming industry, and/or VFX feature films.
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Expression of Interest - Superviseur de l'Eclairage / Lighting Supervisor
Bardel Entertainment
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Supervise the lighting team to deliver the expected and desired visual style of the feature film.
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Groom Supervisor, CG (Feature)
WildBrain Studios
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Little Santa is a new CG-animated feature for Apple Original Films, based on the beloved children's book by Jon Agee. This musical comedy adventure follows young Santa Claus on an Oz-like…
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Expression of Interest - Superviseur de l'Eclairage / Lighting Supervisor
Bardel Entertainment
Remote, Canada
- Remote
Supervise the lighting team to deliver the expected and desired visual style of the feature film.
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Animateur senior / Senior Animator (DNEG Animation)
DNEG
Montreal, QC
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2D Line Producer
Guru Studio
Toronto, ON
- Contract
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…
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Rigging Supervisor, CG (Feature)
WildBrain Studios
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Little Santa is a new CG-animated feature for Apple Original Films, based on the beloved children's book by Jon Agee. This musical comedy adventure follows young Santa Claus on an Oz-like…
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Motion Designer - Animation & Graphics
Liftoff
Montreal, QC
- $70,000 to $100,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Animated graphics for features, shop items, and collectibles
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Modeleur de personnages - Character Modeler (DNEG Animation)
DNEG
Montreal, QC
DNEG Animation is a world-class studio that creates high-end animated feature films and episodic content for audiences all over the world. We’re growing our global crews to help deliver an…
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Motion Designer - Animation & Graphics
Liftoff
Remote, Canada
- $70,000 to $100,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Remote
Animated graphics for features, shop items, and collectibles
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Story Artist- Ink
Netflix
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
We are seeking a Storyboard Artist to join our pioneering team in developing animated shorts and specials using experimental GenAI-native production pipelines. You will be a crucial partner…
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Motion Designer - Animation & Graphics
Liftoff
Montreal, QC
- $70,000 to $100,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Animated graphics for features, shop items, and collectibles
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Intermediate 2D Animator (On-Site)
ICON Creative Studio
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
…creative and management professionals to deliver outstanding animated…
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CG Experimental Artist- Ink
Netflix
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
We are seeking early career CG Experimental Artists to join our pioneering team creating animated shorts and specials using experimental GenAI-native production pipelines. Working alongside…
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Storyboard Artist- Ink
Netflix
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
We are seeking a Storyboard Artist to join our pioneering team in developing animated shorts and specials using experimental GenAI-native production pipelines. You will be a crucial partner…
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Technical Director Pre-Production - Netflix Animation Studios
Netflix
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
5+ years of proven pipeline TD experience in large-scale animated features, animated TV series, games and/or VFX feature films.
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Junior Lighting/Compositing Artist (On-Site)
ICON Creative Studio
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
…creative and management professionals to deliver outstanding animated…
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Compositor - Netflix Animation Studios
Netflix
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
A Compositor on our animated feature films brings the Director's and Production Designer's vision to life. They seamlessly combine render layers from lighting to craft visually stunning…
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Associate Technical Supervisor (Back-End) - Netflix Animation Studios
Netflix
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
As an Associate Technical Supervisor at Netflix Animation Studios, you’ll help support the technical vision on an animated feature film by working in close partnership with the Technical…
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Expression of Interest - CFX - Netflix Animation Studios
Netflix
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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…
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Expression of Interest - Rigging - Netflix Animation Studios
Netflix
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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…
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Expression of Interest - Production - Netflix Animation Studios
Netflix
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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…
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Character Designer- Ink
Netflix
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
We are seeking a Character Designer to join our pioneering team in creating animated content using experimental GenAI-native production pipelines. The Character Designer will help establish…
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Head of Characters - Netflix Animation Studios
Netflix
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
At least 10 years of experience in character asset creation within film, TV, or games, including 5–7 years in a leadership or supervisory role on large-scale animated features or VFX films.
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VFX Supervisor - Netflix Animation Studios
Netflix
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Proven leadership on CG animated projects across feature films, series, animated shorts, and/or video games

WildBrain Studios

Rigging Supervisor, CG (Feature)

Vancouver, BC, Canada

$2,345-$3500, CAD per week based on a 40-hour work week. · Full-time

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Pay: $2,345-$3500, CAD per week based on a 40-hour work week.
Job type: Full-time
Experience: 2+ years of experience as within Rigging Leadership on a feature production
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 15, 2026

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Job title

Rigging Supervisor, CG (Feature)

Overview

WildBrain is looking for a Rigging Supervisor, CG (Feature) to join our team!

Reporting to the Producer and Rigging HOD, the Rigging Supervisor oversees the rigging team to deliver high-quality, production-ready rigs that meet creative and performance requirements, while collaborating across departments and staying current with evolving rigging technologies.

Little Santa is a new CG-animated feature for Apple Original Films, based on the beloved children's book by Jon Agee. This musical comedy adventure follows young Santa Claus on an Oz-like trek through the North Pole, meeting and inspiring the offbeat friends who will create Christmas, and remind the world to believe. The film is directed by Academy and Annie Award-winner Peter Baynton, written by Martin Hynes, produced by Julia Pistor, and features songs by Bret McKenzie.

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 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:

Oversee the rigging team’s day-to-day work, providing creative and technical direction through regular reviews, feedback, and deliverable approvals
Serve as the primary liaison between production, the Rigging HOD, and the rigging team to communicate priorities, risks, schedules, and milestone updates
Review scripts, animatics, and model topology to identify rigging needs, production requirements, and performance considerations
Rig, troubleshoot, maintain, and improve CG assets to ensure stable, production-ready rigs that meet animation performance requirements
Research, recommend, and develop rigging techniques, modules, and workflows that improve production efficiency and expand in-house tool capabilities
Collaborate with animation, modeling, shading, and production teams to support performance and delivery requirements
Partner with production to assign tasks and provide bid times for required rigs based on script, animatic, and production breakdowns
Train artists on rigging workflows, tools, and techniques
Represent the rigging team professionally and constructively in all project interactions
Participate in processes such as hiring, casting, evaluating and coaching

What You’ll Bring

2+ years of experience as within Rigging Leadership on a feature production
Experience building high-quality, feature-level facial rigs and deformation systems
Advanced proficiency in Maya, including a strong understanding of parallel evaluation and rig performance
Advanced knowledge of Python and object-oriented programming
Strong understanding of anatomy and articulation
Strong understanding of animation workflows and production needs
Demonstrated technical expertise in character rigging for animation
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Openness to feedback, direction, and evolving production needs
Clear communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts across disciplines
Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple departments

Nice To Have

Experience working with crowd rigs
Knowledge of PySide/Qt
Experience developing and debugging C++ plug-ins for Maya
Experience working with pipeline APIs
Knowledge of nHair or other simulation systems.

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

Why WildBrain

Pay Range

$2,345-$3500, 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 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 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.”

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Supervisor/Manager

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Responsibilities

Oversee the rigging team's daily operations and provide technical direction to deliver high-quality, production-ready rigs. Collaborate across departments to align rigging needs with scripts, animatics, and performance requirements.

Requirements

Requires 2+ years of rigging leadership experience on feature productions with advanced proficiency in Maya and Python. Candidates must have strong expertise in facial rigs, deformation systems, and character anatomy.

Skills

Rigging Leadership
Facial Rigging
Deformation Systems
Maya
Python
Object-Oriented Programming
Anatomy and Articulation
Animation Workflows
Character Rigging
Problem-Solving
Communication
PySide/Qt
C++ Plug-ins
Pipeline APIs
nHair
Simulation Systems

Benefits

RRSP Matching
Multi-tiered Benefits
Free Mental Health Resources
Regular Team Events

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Keywords

Rigging
CG
Feature Animation
Maya
Python
PySide
Qt
C++
Parallel Evaluation
Facial Rigs
Deformation
nHair
Simulation
Pipeline APIs
Character Rigging
Animation
Modeling
Shading
IATSE
Union Position
Object-Oriented Programming
Topology
Animatics

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