Junior Animator

Junior animator

Reporting to: Director of Video

Direct Reports: None

At Think Shift, we believe in building jobs around people. Our talented team of multi-disciplined creators and strategists have one thing in common: the desire to realize their own potential. We help our clients do the same.

As one of the largest ag-focused agencies in the world, we help agriculture and agri-food organizations imagine their future — then re-invent themselves accordingly. Our people have a head for logic and a heart for magic, and our clients engage us to help them think strategically and craft the stories that will propel them forward. Through our progressive approach to leadership development, strategic planning, corporate culture, brand development and marketing, we help ag leaders see their true potential and leverage change to bring their traditional brands into the new world.

We’re looking for creative and strategic minds who share our desire to find and realize potential — for ourselves and for our clients. Let’s get in touch.

SUMMARY

You are a digital artist, and your canvas is the computer screen. You love using graphic design and illustrations to communicate an idea or tell a compelling and engaging story. You can build your own assets and work collaboratively with your team and outside partners to execute a creative project from concept to completion. Paying attention to detail is one of your greatest strengths. You have experience in motion graphic design and want to put these skills to work in a fast-paced agency environment.

Accountabilities:

60% - Creation and Execution

• Build and execute creative animations based on project specifications

• Build animatics and storyboards to ensure logical sequencing and continuity 

• Build graphics for animations and work with the art directors to ensure continuity with the brand 

• Ensuring legal aspects of each project have been considered including licenses and releases  

• Input music, sound design, dialogue (voiceover), graphics, effects and edit into sequences 

• Adhere to the quality set by the video team and elevate the creative product that the agency produces  

• Collaborate with Creative on concept development

• Keep up to date with current trends and the latest technological advances to maximize efficiency 

• Export animations in a variety of formats (broadcast, social media, close captions) 

• Attend and support video shoots when necessary 

• Collaborate in brainstorms and creative discussions when required

• Proactively work with account teams to generate revenue in animation 

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with a precise sense of timing and a creative eye

• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate and summarize both team and client needs and make recommendations

• Proactive and self-motivated with a desire to have ownership over projects and problem solve

40% - Project Management and Planning

• Strong planning and scheduling abilities to manage your projects and timelines 

• Assist account service team with proposals, pricing, and resource planning 

• Attend client meetings and planning sessions 

• Manage the day-to-day planning and time management on assigned projects 

• Participate in meetings with client services and creative teams 

• Coordinate and delegate freelancers

• Work with the production team to collaborate on video and motion graphic projects 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1+ years of proven experience as an animator 

• Strong experience with digital technology and animation software (Adobe Creative Suite, Blender/Cinema 4D) 

• Basic knowledge of graphic design and applicable software (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) 

• Familiarity with special effects, 3D and compositing considered an asset  

• Video production and editing experience considered an asset (supporting your team on production may be required on a project basis) 

• Formal experience in a client focused environment is considered an asset 

EDUCATION:

• A degree or diploma in a digital media program or related field is required

• A degree or diploma in a graphic design or illustration program is considered an asset

BENEFITS

Think Shift provides an attractive, market-researched comprehensive compensation plan, which includes base salary and company bonus. Employees enjoy a range of benefits, some of which include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits coverage

• Semi-annual bonuses (based on Company performance)

• Flexible work arrangements

• Year-round opportunities for internal and external training and development programs

Please note accepted applicants must provide satisfactory proof of vaccination at time of offer. Lack of documentation will result in withdrawal of application.

#LI-REMOTE