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Animator - animated films

@ ICON Creative Studio

Vancouver, British Columbia

Full-time2+ years experience
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Overview

ICON Creative Studio is hiring a full-time animator for animated films, on site with no remote option. The role requires 2-3 years of experience and a college or CEGEP diploma, and involves producing 2-D and 3-D animated drawings and computer illustrations for clients.

Responsibilities:

  • Produce 2-D and 3-D animated drawings or computer illustrations
  • Consult clients on look, graphic elements and content
  • Develop and produce sketches and final illustrations
  • Establish guidelines for illustrators or photographers
  • Estimate time to complete graphic designs and illustrations

Requirements summary:

  • 2 to less than 3 years of experience
  • College, CEGEP or non-university certificate or diploma, 1 to 2 years
  • Proficiency in Autodesk 3ds Max, Houdini, NUKE and Autodesk Maya

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2026-10-21
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2026-11-14
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2026-11-14

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentDesign & creative
Experience2+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off

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ICON Creative Studio

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Full company description

Known for our quality, efficiency and timely deliveries, ICON has partnered alongside distributors, broadcasters and streaming platforms around the world to help create, realize and produce noteworthy content. ICON operates from a holistic philosophy that leverages individual skill sets to maximize production efficiency on the floor while maintaining an optimal balance of creativity and quality on screen.

LinkedIn followers
79,678
People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 341 Water Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6B1B8, CA
Business categories
  • Digital Entertainment
  • Animation
  • Advertising
  • Video
Other recorded names
  • ICON Creative Studio
Specialties
  • CG Animated Series
  • CG Animated Features
  • Live-Action Hybrid Animated Series and Features
  • and Commercials
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Reported total investment
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Known for our quality, efficiency and timely deliveries, ICON has partnered alongside distributors, broadcasters and streaming platforms around the world to help create, realize and produce noteworthy content. ICON operates from a holistic philosophy that leverages individual skill sets to maximize production efficiency on the floor while maintaining an optimal balance of creativity and quality on screen.

FieldValue
IndustryAnimation and Post-production
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersVancouver, British Columbia
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2013
SpecialtiesCG Animated SeriesCG Animated FeaturesLive-Action Hybrid Animated Series and Featuresand Commercials
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Job description
Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Estimate time to complete graphic designs and illustrations
  • Adapt existing illustrations
  • Consult with clients to determine the nature and content of illustrations in order to meet their communications needs
  • Develop and produce realistic or representational sketches and final illustrations
  • Produce 2-D and 3-D animated drawings or computer illustrations
  • Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials
  • Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives
  • Establish guidelines for illustrators or photographers
  • Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements
  • Process files and paperwork

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

  • Autodesk 3ds Max
  • Houdini
  • NUKE
  • Autodesk Maya

Type of production art

  • Animation

Benefits

Health benefits

  • Dental plan
  • Health care plan
  • Paramedical services coverage
  • Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

  • Group insurance benefits

Other Benefits

  • Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

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