Cg Junior Layout Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Cg Junior Layout Artist (Gamedev): Creating sequences of shots that convey the story through the application of traditional filmmaking principles in a 3D environment with an accent on character blocking, camera positioning, and animate camera movement. Focus on collaborating with the storyboard team to create and enhance the story through the cinematic layout of shots.

Location: Remote within BC, hybrid and in-studio options for artists within Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.

Salary: $1,000 - $1,150 CAD weekly

Company

hirify.global is an award-winning, internationally renowned animation studio with teams in Vancouver, Ottawa, and Los Angeles.

What you will do

• Create sequences of shots that convey the story through the application of traditional filmmaking principles in a 3D environment.
• Establish character blocking, camera positioning, and animate camera movement.
• Collaborate with the storyboard team to create and enhance the story through the cinematic layout of shots.
• Work with Layout Supervisor to ensure layout adheres to the vision set out by the Directors.
• Meet deadlines as assigned by production management.
• Be updated and familiar with new related and relevant technologies.

Requirements

• Strong skills in layout, animation, and cinematography.
• Ability to interpret a storyboard and excellent visual storytelling skills.
• An understanding of character posing and lighting.
• Ability to work collaboratively, taking direction and feedback from the Supervisor as necessary.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Currently legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Applicants must have resided within BC as of December 31, 2025 and be able to provide the appropriate supporting documents.

Nice to have

• Experience working with Maya or other professional animation software is an asset.
• Knowledge of the series animation production pipeline is an asset.
• Knowledge of modeling, lighting and texturing is an asset.

Culture & Benefits

• Eligible for company-sponsored benefits including medical, GRSP, vacation pay, paid holiday break, paid leave, and a variety of other discounts and perks.

Hiring process

• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.