Intermediate & Senior Designer/Concept Artist (On-Site)

Location: On-site in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Company

hirify.global is an independently owned Canadian animation entertainment company producing CG feature and episodic content for major distributors, broadcasters, and streaming platforms.

What you will do

• Design compelling characters, environments, assets, and visual development art for animated series.
• Contribute to storyboards and visual storytelling that communicate narrative direction.
• Shape the mood, tone, atmosphere, and overall visual identity of projects.
• Collaborate with art directors, directors, animators, and production teams to ensure designs are visually effective and feasible for animation.
• Present concepts, incorporate feedback, and refine designs while meeting production deadlines.
• At the senior level, develop advanced designs and guide junior designers.

Requirements

• Degree in Fine Arts, Animation, or a related field, or equivalent experience for the intermediate level.
• Professional experience as a Designer or Concept Artist in the animation industry.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, perspective, color theory, and other art fundamentals.
• Fluency in Photoshop; a basic understanding of Maya, Nuke, Premiere, Effects, and Surfacing software.
• Ability to adapt to rapid changes, solve problems, manage complex schedules, and meet production deadlines.
• Understanding of the animation pipeline and production schedule, with the ability to work within production constraints.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborate on CG feature and episodic franchises for major streaming platforms.
• Work with an international team of artists and specialists across the animation pipeline.
• Access current tools and software, continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
• Receive direct deposit and a benefits package.
• Employment is covered by a union collective agreement.