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At Brown Bag Films, our motto is simple: We Love Animation. And we mean it we put our artists at the heart of everything we do. As one of the most creatively driven animation studios, we are passionate about creating high-quality, engaging content for kids and families everywhere. We are looking for a CG Animation Director (Feature) on a freelance opportunity. Purpose: Why youre here at Brown Bag Films To ensure delivery of high-quality animation by directing the assigned animation teams, through artistic feedback, to enhance character performance and emotional arc within the schedule and defined project scope. Delivery: What you produce Director feedback notes on character animation Feedback notes on character rigs and facial setups Measurements: How we measure it High quality, on schedule delivery of animation, within defined project scope Feedback from Director and Producer Key Responsibilities Providing artistic feedback to Lead animators to enhance character performance and emotional arc of the CG characters to meet expected quality Collaborating with the Director to create the highest quality animation within the constraints of the project budget and schedule Ensuring high quality standard is maintained throughout animation production Writing scenebyscene animation notes for each Sequence as required Providing feedback on animation requirements during the development of the facial and character setups in collaboration with Rigging Attending calls and Dailies with various stakeholders during animation production Leading the Sequence animation launches with the animation teams Leading the Sequence animation team meetings Key Requirements Knowledge An expert animation sensibility, understanding of movement, timing, weight, anatomy, and acting An expert understanding of the animation processes in a CG production Experience Several years of experience in an animation department for feature films or highend episodic content, with prior supervisory or direction experience Experience in creatively leading various levels of crew and artistic staff Proven ability to work effectively with all levels of production crew, artistic staff and management Technical skills Previous indepth knowledge of 3D software (e.g., Maya), and understanding of rigging requirements from an animation performance perspective Applicants need to be legally eligible to work in Ontario. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 9 Story Media takes diversity and inclusion seriously and we are committed to ensuring equity in the recruitment process. Candidates from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, Racialized and LGBT2SQ+ communities, candidates from a range of ages and religious beliefs and people with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. Should you require accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please let us know your requirements when contacted. As a company, we deliver high-quality kids'' content, and we seek to have diverse characters so that all our audience feels represented. We also want the same for our own workforce, and 9 Story Media is committed to looking for all kinds of talent to build a diverse workforce in which all identities are represented and respected. #J-18808-Ljbffr