Icon Creative

Senior Designer/Concept Artist (On-Site)

Vancouver, British Columbia · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 3 days ago

PhotoshopPremiere ProMayaProblem SolvingMentoringAdaptability

About the role

Company Overview ICON Creative Studio is Canada's largest independently owned animation entertainment company, located in the historic Gastown district of Vancouver, BC.
We operate from a holistic philosophy, leveraging the unique skill sets of our team members to maximize production efficiency while maintaining an optimal balance of creativity and quality on-screen.
Work with the latest tools and software, ensuring you're always equipped to do your best work.

Develop advanced and innovative designs that push the boundaries of the show's aesthetic and narrative.
Guide and inspire junior designers, helping them develop their skills and contribute to the overall excellence of the team.
Collaborate with the animation and art teams to ensure asset designs are executed effectively for animation without compromising visual appeal.
Strategically design and illustrate environments that elevate the overall visual style of the show.
Lead efforts to establish and communicate the mood, tone, and atmosphere of different settings within the series.
Effectively communicate and present advanced concepts, incorporating feedback to refine and improve designs.
Ability to manage a demanding and complex daily schedule.

Must be fluent in Photoshop and have a rudimentary understanding of Maya, Nuke, Premiere, and various Effects and Surfacing software platforms.

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Animation, or a related field.
Experience as a Designer / Concept Artist in the animation industry.
Possess a high level of understanding of art fundamentals.
Great problem-solving skills.
Adaptable to quick changes and limitations.
Have a clear understanding of the animation pipeline and production schedule and work within those parameters.
This is a Union position and the terms and conditions of employment are covered by a collective agreement.
ICON Creative Studio is an equal-opportunity employer.
Company Overview

Additional compensation may be considered based on experience, qualifications, and project needs, where permitted by the collective agreement.

Work closely with the art director to help realize the overall aesthetic vision for a project.
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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