[JOB] Digital Artist/Animator, Sago Sago

Sago Sago is seeking a talented artist/animator to join our team creating digital toys for young children. The animator will work with our artists, designers and developers to create software that is beautiful and fun.

Responsibilities:

• Create sketches and storyboards in collaboration with creative team.
• Generate beautiful and fluid character animations based on 2d artwork.
• Create additional background and prop artwork as needed.

Key Skills:

• Character animation. Working with flat 2d stylized designs, the animator needs to breathe life into our characters. This requires an ability to generate smiles and giggles through movement.
• Motion graphics. Ability to create beautiful and whimsical transitions based on 2d designs.
• Artwork. Ability to extrapolate existing artwork and mimic its style.
• Technical. Mastery of Adobe Flash and related digital media tools. Good understanding of digital animation fundamentals.

Also an asset:

• Genuine enthusiasm for learning new skills and making beautiful software.
• Hands-on experience preparing assets for mobile applications.
• Editing expertise using Final Cut Pro, After Effects or similar software.
• Experience with 3d tools such as Maya, Blender, or Unity.
• Sense of humor of a six-year-old.

This is a great opportunity to work with a fantastic team to bring smiles to a whole lot of kids. You’ll be joining an experienced team who have created dozens of award-winning apps, websites and games for young children. Our studio produces magical, high-quality apps for children. We believe technology can play a positive role in kids lives. We champion the unique talents of our young audience and feel kids deserve digital content that is beautiful, functional and a joy to use.

Sago Sago is a new studio made up of the team from zinc Roe and is part of Toca Boca.

This is a full-time position based in our Toronto studio at King and Portland. Please send a letter outlining your skills and experience including relevant examples of your work. We are accepting applications until March 24th. Potential clients will be contacted for an interview.