Assistant Director

Description

 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

Guru is a Toronto-based entertainment company known for its top-tier animation quality and award winning content such as: Justin Time and PAW Patrol. Our exceptional work is produced by artists at the top of their game striving to be the best in the business, and we’re always on the lookout for like-minded talent to join our team!
Guru is looking for a talented ASSISTANT DIRECTOR to collaborate on a strong creative vision and assist in leading the team of artists on one of the top preschool shows in the world.

You are excited by fast paced production schedule, and have exceptional organizational skills.  You are a balance between a leader and a team player.

Responsibilities:

- Ensure the high quality of the show is maintained,  inspiring all team leads to set the bar for production quality
- Work closely with Production team and the Director to meet defined milestones and deadlines
- Communicate directors  vision in a clear and professional manner to production team in reviews and meetings, highlight any areas of concern.

- follow up on directorial comments, reporting to the team when the director is not available with the insight and initiative to make creative decisions when appropriate.

-attend and contribute to storyboard meetings, and lead Leica Editors with the Director

Requirements:

- 2+ yrs in an Assistant Director position experience on animated series or films
- Strong interest in storytelling, an eye for exceptional design and animation quality and a great understanding of the principles of animation, including timing (ability to storyboard an asset).
- Understanding of 3G animation and production pipeline (ability to animate is an asset).
- Portfolio or reel to showcase work experience

To apply, please include any portfolio materials you feel would support your application.  We look forward to hearing from you!