Modeling Artist: Paw Patrol

1 Month ago • 2-3 Years • Game Story Writing/Narrative Design • 3D Art

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Job Description

Guru Studio is seeking a visionary Modeling Artist to contribute to the award-winning PAW Patrol series. Responsibilities include modeling appealing production-ready assets based on approved designs, identifying and solving design problems, ensuring timely project completion, staying updated on modeling techniques and proposing new tools, and collaborating effectively with the team. The ideal candidate possesses 2-3 years of experience as a 3D Modeler, extensive knowledge of subdivision modeling and software like Maya and ZBrush, strong digital sculpting skills, and the ability to interpret 2D designs into 3D models. A background in animation, familiarity with Autodesk Shotgun, and strong 2D skills are assets. The position is a contract role, offered as a hybrid or in-studio option in Toronto, Ontario.
Must have:
  • 2-3 years 3D modeling experience
  • Proficient in Maya, ZBrush
  • Strong sculpting & topology skills
  • Ability to interpret 2D designs in 3D
  • Meets deadlines and collaborates well
Good to have:
  • Autodesk Shotgun familiarity
  • Strong 2D skills
  • Animation background
Perks:
  • Health and wellness benefits
  • Opportunities for skill development
  • Remote work flexibility
  • In-person team building
  • Support for local and global community

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!


Are you ready to take the world's #1 smash hit animated series to the next level? The award-winning, action-packed and loved-by-every-child-on-Earth series PAW Patrol is entering its second decade of production, with BIG plans ahead!


We’re looking for a visionary Modeling Artist to join us on PAW Patrol!


Responsibilities:

  • Model appealing production friendly assets for a television series based on approved designs
  • Identify problems in designs and provide well thought out solutions
  • Make sure work is completed and delivered per schedule
  • Keep current on modeling techniques and technology and propose new tools/ methodologies
  • Take direction from Lead and Supervisor when provided
  • Complete scheduled tasks on time
  • Use 3D modeling software to re-topologize sculpted objects optimally for rigging, texturing, and animation


Qualifications:

  • 2 -3 years experience working as a 3D Modeler.
  • Extensive knowledge in subdivision-modeling polygonal objects, using Maya, Zbrush, 3DS Max, and/or art packages.
  • Demonstrate a strong ability to understand and interpret 2D Character Designs in 3D
  • The ideal candidate would have strong practical and digital sculpting skills and a strong familiarity with topology
  • Ability to communicate creatively and technically to your teammates
  • Background in Animation
  • Familiarity with Autodesk Shotgun is an asset
  • Strong 2D Skills is an asset.
  • Love for Character Animation!


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 is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that celebrates the diversity of its employees. We are dedicated to employment equity and welcome applications from people from all Indigenous groups, races, religions, genders and people with disabilities.

  

We are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience during our recruitment process and are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible ‎environment where candidates and ‎employees feel valued and respected. Guru strives to respect the dignity and ‎‎independence of people with disabilities and is committed to giving them the same ‎‎opportunity to succeed in the recruitment process as all other candidates. If you have a disability, you may request ‎to be accommodated at any time. Guru will work with all candidates to ‎‎accommodate individual accessibility needs to the point of undue hardship. 


Guru Studio would like to thank all applicants for your interest, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.


Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.  Guru Studio is an equal opportunity employer.  


Please note this is an In-Studio/ Hybrid position

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About The Company

Guru Studio is a creative-driven entertainment company and an industry leader in animated storytelling. We are renowned for creating, developing and producing award-winning hit shows that captivate and inspire kids and families all over the world.


For over twenty years, our studio has brought to life some of the most recognizable and beloved children’s properties in the world including the smash hit PAW Patrol, True and the Rainbow Kingdom, Pikwik Pack, Big Blue, Justin Time, Ever After High and most recently Mecha Builders, the Sesame Street animated spin-off. Our studio was also a major contributor to the Academy Award nominated animated feature The Breadwinner.


At Guru, quality, original thinking, and respect for the artist’s workflow are at the core of our values. We are always looking for passionate and committed talent to join our dynamic and growing team!

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