2D Layout Supervisor

PORTFOLIO ENTERTAINMENT is a creative-driven, fast-paced media company committed to embracing change and finding new approaches to storytelling. Our in-house animation studio is innovative and teeming with talent and our international distribution division takes our content worldwide.

We are currently looking for a 2D Layout Supervisor to join our Studio and our new and exciting series.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

  • Be primarily responsible for breaking down and identifying required layouts from approved Leica reels in the manner that best suits production needs.
  • Be primarily responsible for translating panels from storyboards to layouts that will serve as the production backgrounds.
  • Be responsible for overseeing both layout and final camera framing and movement on the production, as well as maintaining continuity across sequences.
  • Collaborate with the Director and/or Art Director, and Head of Studio Operations upon style, processes, schedule and deliveries.
  • Work closely with the Director or Art Director to maintain the visual style of the film.
  • Clearly understand the creative requirements of a sequence and drive the Layout team to achieve these creative goals.
  • Be responsible for defining the layout department workflow and disseminating techniques and common practices to the rest of the team.
  • Provide detailed and specific feedback to the Layout team when necessary.
  • Maintain tracking systems.
  • Work closely with production team to ensure all targets are met and identify any issues that may impact the schedule.
  • Be responsible for taking on portions of the overall workload / layouts and keeping up with quota in order to meet deadlines.
  • Be responsible for producing rough and clean designs.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • 5+ years of Layout experience in animated series or feature production.
  • 2+ years in a Supervisory role.
  • Experience with Adobe Photoshop.
  • A strong desire to mentor a team of artists.
  • Strong knowledge of 2D Digital pipeline – Harmony experience is an asset.
  • Technically inclined, solution-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Strong, expressive drawing skills.
  • Ability to organize and manage time effectively to meet individual and team deadlines
  • Ability to communicate in a professional and positive manner.
  • Previous experience with Shotgrid production management is an asset.

To apply:

Please send your resume to jobs@portfolio-ent.com and reference: Layout Supervisor in the subject of your submission.  Only selected, qualified applicants will be contacted for a personal interview. Must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident to apply.