Designer: Paw Patrol

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.

We’re always looking for passionate and committed talent, so come join our dynamic and growing team!

Are you ready to take the world's #1 smash hit animated series to the next level? The award-winning, action-packed and loved-by-every-child-on-Earth series PAW Patrol is entering its second decade of production, with BIG plans ahead!

We’re looking for a Designer to join us on PAW Patrol!

Responsibilities:

• Work with Art Director and Design Supervisor to design 3D characters, props and environments in the style of the show
• Produce character, prop and location designs in various forms from rough concept to finished rotations
• Produce character expression and pose sheets to assist animation
• Visualize locations clearly so they can be interpreted by storyboard artists and the modeling department
• Integrate and modify pre-existing assets from our library to maximize reuse and production efficiency
• Interpret scripts and assess story-specific design needs for locations and prepare annotated location maps and designs for storyboarding needs
• Collaborate with Design Supervisor 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
• Take on various art tasks other than character, prop and location design (location illustrations, cover art, layout, mock-ups etc.)

Qualifications:

• Excellent drawing and design skills
• 5+ years previous 3D animated series experience is a must
• 5+ years experience with Photoshop as well as working knowledge/experience with Toon Boom Harmony and 3D software such as Blender is a plus
• Experience on a minimum of two 3D children’s series and knowledge of 3D modeling
• Excellent creativity and demonstrated ability to generate innovative concepts and ideas within given delivery timeframes
• 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
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Experience with Matte Painting a plus
• Experience generating Mood Boards/Color Scripts for the Directors to hit the desired look of the show is a plus

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

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.

Please note this is an In-Studio/ Hybrid position