Previs/Layout Lead (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Previs/Layout Lead (Gamedev): Guiding the previs and layout team for a premium streaming series with an accent on cinematography, camera placement, and character blocking. Focus on mentoring artists, solving staging challenges, and ensuring seamless integration between storyboards and 3D production.

Location: Must be legally eligible to work in British Columbia, Canada. The role follows a flexible hybrid schedule.

Salary: $95,000 CAD – $110,000 CAD

Company

A supportive and collaborative animation studio focused on building a connected team environment for high-end production.

What you will do

• Oversee the layout and previs process to ensure camera work aligns with the Director's vision.
• Lead hands-on lensing and blocking for complex, action-heavy sequences.
• Organize, manage, and provide ongoing training to the camera and staging team.
• Collaborate with editorial and animation teams to adapt to pacing and structural changes.
• Review and approve work in Flow Production Tracking to ensure deadlines are met.

Requirements

• 5+ years of production experience in Previs, Layout, or Camera.
• 1-2 years of experience in a Lead or supervisory role.
• Expert-level understanding of cinematography principles and character posing.
• Extensive working experience within a Maya pipeline.
• Proficiency with Flow Production Tracking (ShotGrid).
• Must be legally eligible to work in British Columbia, Canada.

Nice to have

• Experience with professional editing and graphics software like Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, or Photoshop.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• Extended health benefits.
• Professional development support for creative and technical growth.
• Collaborative, ego-free studio culture.