2026-5549 - Studio Operations Manager

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:25:25 Z

Job details :
We're looking for a Studio Operations Manager. The Studio Operations Manager provides administrative, operational, and project coordination support to the SVP, Global Head of Production. This role combines some traditional executive assistant responsibilities with production coordination, stakeholder communication, and operational support to help ensure priorities, projects, and day-to-day activities remain organized and on track. Start Date: August 2026* End Date: tbc* Job Location: Vancouver - Hybrid/In-Studio *subject to change While we prioritize applications from people whose contracts are ending soon, we will also consider those on longer contracts that may overlap. If the team is interested in moving forward, our Artist Manager can speak with your current Producer about the potential transfer. Stages of your internal application: We’d love to hear from you! Use the Cover Letter section to include recent external reel, portfolio or website links (and passwords), or any other details that you think may be helpful for us to know. Share your work with us! Make sure your internal reel or portfolio is up to date when you apply so we can check out your latest and greatest work. You’ll hear from us! A member of the Talent team might reach out to discuss the upcoming role in more detail and/or to schedule a meet & greet with the team. Please reach out to Cory Liang if you have any questions! Please submit your application by August 12 in order to guarantee you'll be considered. If you need any additional time, please reach out to us directly.

What You’ll Do: Executive Support Manage a complex and dynamic executive calendar, balancing internal meetings, production reviews, client commitments, industry events, and international stakeholders. Coordinate domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodations, transportation, itineraries, and supporting materials. Prepare agendas, presentations, briefing notes, and supporting documentation for meetings and events. Attend key meetings, capture detailed notes, summarize discussions, and track action items through completion. Monitor outstanding priorities and deliverables, helping ensure commitments remain visible and follow-up occurs in a timely manner. Process and reconcile expense reports, invoices, and other administrative documentation. Screen and prioritize incoming requests and correspondence. Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information. Production Operations & Project Coordination Support the coordination and tracking of key production, studio, and departmental initiatives. Own and manage the Studios reporting and commitments to ESG initiatives for Production. Coordinate communication and follow-up across production, creative, finance, technology, and executive stakeholders. Help organize production reviews, leadership meetings, planning sessions, offsites, and special projects. Establish and maintain systems that improve organization, visibility, and efficiency across projects. Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and departmental updates as required. Client & Partner Experience Coordinate all logistics related to client visits, executive meetings, studio tours, and partner engagements. Develop and manage detailed run-of-day schedules for visiting clients and guests. Arrange meeting spaces, catering, transportation, restaurant reservations, and other hospitality requirements. Serve as a primary point of contact for visit logistics before and during client engagements, providing a welcoming, professional experience. What You’ll Bring: 5+ years of experience supporting senior leaders in an Executive Assistant, Production Coordinator, Production Manager, Project Manager, or similar role. Experience in animation, television, film, gaming, VFX, or other entertainment production environments is strongly preferred. Exceptional organizational, time management, and multitasking skills. Strong project coordination and follow-through capabilities. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs, solve problems proactively, and work independently. High level of professionalism, discretion, and judgment. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, and collaboration tools.

2026-5564 - Senior Previs/Layout Artist

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:04:50 Z

Job details :
We're looking for a Senior  to join us on (INSERT SHOW NAME)! Reporting to the Producer, in this position you will have exceptional character animation skills and considerable experience in CG animation for broadcast television or feature film productions. You excel at creating high-calibre, dramatic and action-oriented character animation, while at the same time meeting production deadlines.

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.

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2026-5549 - Studio Operations Manager

2026-5564 - Senior Previs/Layout Artist