For more than 35 years, Bardel Entertainment has led the animation industry through unwavering commitment to quality, creativity, and innovation. We are an internationally recognized, Emmy Award®-winning studio – in two prominent Canadian cities, Vancouver and Montreal – and the creative force behind top audience hits such as The Dragon Prince, Rick and Morty, Teen Titans Go!, and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.

What You'll Be Doing

• Ensure the smooth operation of the production by tracking weekly quotas, artist submissions and output, as well as progress updates
• Meet and sit through consultation session with clients to discuss elements required throughout the 2D/3D animation pipeline, and to determine the nature and content of the animations to ensure satisfactions and needs are met.
• Communicate with artists and clients regarding production schedules and deadlines
• Communicate with clients, artists, and line producers to ensure that graphic designing software and technologies are adapted for the best results
• Coordinate communication across all departments of the entire animation production pipeline in a multidisciplinary and fast-paced environment
• Take accurate notes in any team or client briefs and quickly communicate them to your team.
• Assist in the departments of illustrations, editorials, animation and technical illustration for the animated productions the studio is currently working on
• Track artwork, artists and output, and supervise other animation artists
• Ensure artwork is reviewed by the department supervisor and director for approvals or revisions.
• Manage the administrative aspects of the production including archiving, filing or storing artwork, creating inventory lists, distribution of material, etc.
• File management and regular cleanup of server space
• Review and coordinate materials for shipments.
• Troubleshoot possible problems or issues leading to delays in production
• Assess the animation tools and equipment available for artists and notify management if
• additional equipment is required

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of production experience.
• Shotgrid (previously shotgun) experience.
• Strong communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Accurate note-taking and database entry skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Experience in scheduling complex projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Pay Range: CAD $1,250 - $1,300 per week

This salary range provided reflects our current expectations for these roles as of this posting's date. Your final salary offer will consider various key factors, including your education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographical location, as well as the needs and requirements of the business.

Flexible work environment, Extended Health and Wellness from day 1, RRSP matching are just some of the benefits. For more details, check out our website.

At Bardel, we recognize that flexibility is key to doing great work. Our hybrid work environment is a valued perk designed to support individual accountability and empower our teams to work where they're most productive. We offer the choice to work remotely, balanced with intentional in-person time for collaboration, creativity, and team building. This role requires in-studio attendance at our Vancouver studio during onboarding and Rush Weeks.