Mayerson on Animation
- Jack Kirby, Charlie Chaplin and Louis ArmstrongAugust 28 is the 100th birthday of comics great Jack Kirby, born Jacob Kurtzberg, whose work remains in print 23 years after his death and whose creations are more widely known than ever due to their adaptations in movies and TV. In the days before World War II, the United States experienced an explosion of […]
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jobby: Character Designer, Mercury Filmworks, Ottawa
Job Description We are currently seeking an experienced Character Designer to join our team for an exciting new production with worldwide exposure. Type: Contract with possible full-time Salary: TBD Positions available: Junior and Senior Character Designer Start Date: ASAP Job Requirements: Minimum of 1 year experience in Character Design for television and/or Film. Must have the ability… »
jobby: Compositor, Mercury Filmworks, Ottawa
Compositor Type: Permanent full-time employee Salary: TBD – Medical/dental benefits and RRSP plan available Number of positions available: 1 Start Date: ASAP Headquartered in Ottawa, Mercury Filmworks® is one of Canada’s most prolific independent studios and is recognized internationally as a leader in the animation industry for its benchmarks in quality, reliability, and innovation. Its… »
jobby: Senior Animators, Mercury Filmworks, Ottawa
Ottawa, Canada – We are currently seeking highly specialized and uniquely talented animators who are willing and motivated to push the envelope of what is possible in order to create beautiful, memorable animation. The candidate will work on a very high profile and demanding animated series with worldwide exposure. Positions: Multiple Term of employment: Permanent… »
jobby: Storyboard Supervisor, Mercury Filmworks, Ottawa
Type: Contract with the possibility of becoming permanent Salary: TBD; Medical/dental benefits and RRSP plan available Positions available: 1 Start Date: March 2016 – May 2017 About Mercury Filmworks: Headquartered in Ottawa, Mercury Filmworks® is one of Canada’s most prolific independent studios and is recognized internationally as a leader in the animation industry for… »
jobby: Freelance Storyboard Artist, Mercury Filmworks, Ottawa
Type: Contract – out of house Salary: Per Board – very competitive pay Positions available: 5+ Start Date: March 2016 – May 2017 Company Info: Headquartered in Ottawa, Mercury Filmworks® is one of Canada’s most prolific independent studios and is recognized internationally as a leader in the animation industry for its benchmarks in quality, reliability,… »
jobby: Storyboard Revisionist, Mercury Filmworks, Ottawa
Type: In house/Contract Salary: $41,600 – Medical/dental benefits and RRSP plan available Positions available: 1 Start Date: April 2016 – May 2017 Company Info: Headquartered in Ottawa, Mercury Filmworks® is one of Canada’s most prolific independent studios and is recognized internationally as a leader in the animation industry for its benchmarks in quality,… »
jobby: CHARACTER BUILDS ARTIST, Mercury Filmworks, Ottawa
About Mercury Filmworks: Headquartered in Ottawa, Mercury Filmworks® is one of Canada’s most prolific independent studios and is recognized internationally as a leader in the animation industry for its benchmarks in quality, reliability, and innovation. Its production teams have helped bring to life many of the most memorable and modern animated television properties including, The… »
jobby: Compositor, Mercury Filmworks, Ottawa
Type: Permanent full-time employee Salary: TBD – Medical/dental benefits and RRSP plan available Number of positions available: 1 Start Date: ASAP Headquartered in Ottawa, Mercury Filmworks® is one of Canada’s most prolific independent studios and is recognized internationally as a leader in the animation industry for its benchmarks in quality, reliability, and innovation. Its production… »
made in Canada: Disney’s Lion Guard
Look what they’ve been up to at Ottawa’s Mercury Filmworks! Members of the team have been sharing this link on facebook and pretty much busting with pride (see what I did there?). Looks great. Congrats to all… »
jobby: Background Artist (the Lion Guard), Mercury Filmworks, Ottawa
Background Artist (The Lion Guard) Ottawa, Canada – We are currently seeking a contract Background Artists to work on Disney’s The Lion Guard. This exceptionally talented individual will deliver stunning backgrounds, adhering to color designs and other provided reference. If you are highly creative and motivated, this is a great opportunity for you to work on high profile productions… »
jobby: Senior Animators, Mercury Filmworks, Ottawa
Senior Animators Ottawa, Canada – We are currently seeking highly specialized and uniquely talented animators who are willing and motivated to push the envelope of what is possible in order to create beautiful, memorable animation. The candidate will work on a very high profile and demanding animated series with worldwide exposure. Positions: Multiple Term of employment:… »
jobby: Production Coordinator, Mercury Filmworks, Ottawa
Production Coordinator Ottawa, Canada – We are currently seeking a professional and highly dynamic Coordinator to join our world class production team. The Production Coordinator will assist the Production Manager in the organization and day to day operation of both pre-production and animation pipelines, providing effective administrative support, problem solving, and solutions. The ideal candidate for… »
Canadian Animaton Blog
- Canadian Animators Shine Again at the OIAFOttawa International Animation Festival Competition Selections AnnouncedOttawa (July 13th, 2017) - The Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF), North America’s leading animation film festival, is pleased to announce the Official Competition for 2017. Once again Canadian artists are well represented. Out of the 94 films selected for Competition, 14 are Canadian. Several films are standouts with […]