Shot Finaling Artist: Julián

3 weeks 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 **Shot Finaling Artist** to help us bring this inspired story to life

**Responsibilities**:

- Review and finalize completed 2D shots, ensuring they meet the production’s visual style and quality standards.
- Make adjustments to colors, lighting, and other visual elements to ensure consistency across scenes.
- Integrate and polish final effects, transitions, and compositing elements.
- Conduct quality control checks, identifying any artifacts, alignment issues, or inconsistencies that may disrupt the flow of scenes.
- Collaborate with compositors, digital ink and paint team to refine shots as needed, following feedback from supervisors and directors.
- Ensure smooth transitions and a cohesive look within each scene and across sequences.
- Render completed shots and prepare them for final review and delivery, adhering to technical specifications.
- Organize and archive finalized shots, ensuring they are accessible for future reference or reuse.
- Maintain communication with supervisors to report progress, flag any potential issues, and discuss creative adjustments.

**Qualifications**:

- At least 2 years in a similar role, preferably within a 2D animation production environment
- Strong skills in compositing and finishing software, Nuke, ToonBoom Harmony, Photoshop.
- Understanding of compositing principles, color correction, and visual effects in a 2D animation context.
- Ability to spot and correct visual issues, ensuring a high standard of quality and consistency.
- Creative and technical problem-solving abilities to handle issues that arise during shot finalizing.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work closely with other departments, including compositing, animation, and art teams.
- Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
- Strong eye for color, lighting, and composition, with an understanding of how these elements contribute to storytelling.
- Knowledge of 2D animation production pipelines is a plus.
- Familiarity with ShotGrid for managing tasks and deadlines.

**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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