// Open Role at ICON Creative Studio
Lead the implementation of advanced technical solutions for character animation, overseeing intricate character rigs, cloth simulations, and driving animation tool improvements for top-tier CG franchises on major streaming platforms.
Company Overview
ICON Creative Studio is Canada’s largest independently owned animation entertainment company, located in the historic Gastown district of Vancouver, BC. Our talented team includes specialists across the entire animation pipeline, working alongside creative and management professionals to deliver outstanding animated content.
Known for our commitment to quality, efficiency, and timely deliveries, ICON has partnered with distributors, broadcasters, and leading streaming platforms worldwide to create and produce noteworthy, impactful projects.
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.
Why Work at ICON?
Job Overview
As a Senior Technical Animator, you'll be at the forefront of our animation team, leading the charge in implementing advanced technical solutions for character animation. In close collaboration with the lead, you will oversee the development of intricate character rigs, execute complex cloth simulations, and provide technical leadership to achieve exceptional visual quality in our animated projects. Collaborating closely with animators, you'll leverage your extensive experience to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues while also driving the continuous improvement of animation tools and pipelines. Your role is pivotal in shaping the creative and technical direction of our animated content, showcasing a unique blend of expertise in character animation and leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications:
This is a Union position and the terms and conditions of employment are covered by a collective agreement.
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In accordance with British Columbia's pay transparency legislation, the wage displayed reflects the minimum rate established under ICON's collective agreement. Additional compensation may be considered based on experience, qualifications, and project needs, where permitted by the collective agreement.
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ICON Creative Studio is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
- 3+ years of professional experience in the animation industry, with a proven ability to handle complex technical tasks - Strong demo reel showcasing advanced animation and modeling skills - Advanced knowledge of Maya nDynamics, including nCloth setups for varied scenarios (light/heavy cloth, wind, underwater) - Comfortable and experienced with rig systems - Cross-departmental expertise in topology, weight painting, and caching workflows - Skilled in importing/exporting animation with Studio Library, PAIE, or similar tools - Proficient with Maya constraints and deformers (native and pipeline-based) - Solid understanding of nucleus-based dynamics attributes - Basic knowledge of Arnold rendering to support the integration of animated elements into final visual output - Strong critical thinking, with proven ability to take ownership of tasks and provide technical solutions