CG Supervisor - Feature Animation - Montreal

Description

Cinesite Montreal is seeking a CG Supervisor for the Feature Animation division. Ideal candidate is looking for an opportunity for a highly organized and motivated CG Supervisor who desires to lead a top quality and fast paced animation team.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be the driving force for the creation and adjustments of the Feature Animation Pipeline, supported by an excellent technical team
• Create and maintain an atmosphere where the objective is to create an engaging animated film of top quality, while managing and reducing the complexities of production.
• Work closely with the Director, Head of Story, Art Director and other members of the production team to create a memorable story that will resonate with the audience.
• Work with the Director, Head of Story and Art Director to ensure that the film is designed to maximize the budget and schedule
• Ensure that the project maintains a consistent quality and style, as established in consultation with the creative leads
• Work with the CG departments to establish the overall pipeline, workflow and directory structure for the production
• Coordinate retakes and final shots with the Director
• Distribute work and establish deadlines for CG departments, measure quality of work and create clear objectives to monitor progress and results
• Technically interpret the Director’s vision for all CG Departments in conjunction with the Animation Supervisor
• Provide creative ideas and solutions for the film on both a story, visual and technical level
• Mentor department leads and artists to encourage the growth of the division
• Incorporate changes from the Creative team, in accordance with the budget and schedule
• Be able to flag and solve potential delays or problems to stay on budget and on schedule

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor degree preferred
• 7 years of experience working in the animation industry, including comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of CG, pipeline and associated software/plugins. Feature Animation or Animated Television experience preferred.
• Extensive experience with a Maya based pipeline
• Intense passion for creating a film that will set itself apart from other films currently in production
• Experience with both Stereo and Stereo conversion
• Understanding of animation timing, cinematic scene and dramatic structure
• Ability to work collaboratively and on a deadline