Scene Setup Artist: Julián

1 month ago

Toronto, Canada Guru Studio Full time

Guru Studio is a creative-driven entertainment company and an industry leader in animated storytelling. For over twenty years, our studio has brought to life some of the most recognizable and beloved children’s properties in the world.

We’re always looking for passionate and committed talent, so come join our dynamic and growing team

We're crewing up on Julián, a new animated feature film from five time Oscar nominated studio Cartoon Saloon (WolfWalkers, The Breadwinner, Song of the Sea, The Secret of Kells and Late Afternoon). The 2D film marks the feature directorial debut of Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Louise Bagnall (Late Afternoon), with the title based on the graphic novel "Julián is a Mermaid" by Jessica Love.

Julián is the second collaboration between Guru Studio, Cartoon Saloon and Aircraft Pictures, following the 2018 Oscar-nominated film, The Breadwinner.

We’re looking for a visionary and talented **Scene Setup Artist** to help us bring this inspired story to life

**Responsibilities**:

- Preparing Scene files for Digital Ink and Paints artists.
- Exporting PNG files of animation line art from TVPaint files and Moho files for DIP artists to colour in ToonBoom Harmony.
- Set up and organize line layers, ensuring they are ready for line and colour painting.
- Working with TVPaint files converted to ToonBoom Harmony to color.
- Color animated line work for 2D animation sequences, ensuring line quality and style match the production’s specifications.
- Set up and organize line layers, ensuring they are ready for animation and painting stages.
- Paint fill line art to adherence to approved model sheets for coloring and fill painting animation sequences in ToonBoom Harmony
- Collaborate with the Digital Ink and Paints artists to ensure lines are accurately aligned with characters, environments, and other elements.
- Adjust layering work based on feedback from supervisors, making modifications as needed to maintain quality standards.
- Assist in establishing and maintaining a clear workflow for line work, including file organization, naming conventions, and version control.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical or artistic issues related to line quality and consistency.
- Ensure all line assets are properly archived and documented for future reference and re-use.
- Meet deadlines and coordinate with the production team to ensure the line set-up aligns with the production schedule.

**Qualifications**:

- At least 1-2 years of experience in a similar role within a 2D animation production environment.
- Experienced in ToonBoom Harmony: knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, TVPaint and Moho is a plus.
- Strong understanding of line work quality control, file setup for animation, and digital inking processes.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to take direction and collaborate effectively with other departments.
- Efficient time management skills, able to prioritize tasks and meet production deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Resourceful and proactive in troubleshooting line quality issues and adapting to feedback.
- Familiarity with 2D animation pipelines is a plus.

**Why Join Guru?**
- We create a collaborative and creatively fulfilling work environment by promoting courage, purpose, inspiration, integrity, transparency, and empowerment as our core values
- We take great pride in our work and we always ensure it reflects a high standard of quality and creativity
- We encourage individuals to grow with us by offering learning opportunities that encourage skill development and growth
- We are proud to support philanthropic initiatives that support our local and global community through our charity committee Guru Gives
- We offer health and wellness support through an extensive benefits plan and extended mental health services and initiatives
- We allow the flexibility to work remotely while making our downtown studio available for in-person team building and collaboration
- Guru Studio would like to thank all applicants for your interest, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted._**_
Please note this is a remote position_

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