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Department:Production/CG/Post production

Type of Position:Full-time Contract

Job Description

The position of 2D Design Team Lead requires someone with a very strong artistic eye for design, composition and architecture. They should have the ability to adapt to a variety of different styles. 

This profile will also serve as mentor for the 2D designers on their team within the Art Department. Successful applicants will have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude and excellent attention to detail. They should have the ability to work collaboratively with multiple tasks in a fast paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities   

• Works closely with the Art Director/CG Supervisor to set the required look for show. 
• Responsible for pushing designs to help define the look and feel of the show or concept. 
• Create colour artwork for 2D Asset Designs if required.
• Communicates design style across departments, 2D through 3D phases, working closely with Directors & Art directors on main or complex designs 
• Do draw overs on 3d Models ensuring clear direction of design changes. 
• Involved in script breakdowns to inform design approach and story requirements of sets, props, layouts, location designs. 
• Maintaining quality and style under tight deadlines 
• Works closely with the Production team, 3D & 2D Artists and Directors, Art Director and Client.

Key Requirements      

Team Lead management responsibilities 

• Act as line Manager for team of 4 to 8 team members. responsibilities include: 
• team member performance issues related to workflow and pipeline 
• appraisals 
• Weekly one to one’s with DRs 
• Mentor and train other 2D designer how to properly setup and organize Texturing tasks for their shows. 
• Collaborate closely with department coordinator, Head of art department, Art Directors on assigning the correct artist to project tasks when required. 
• Help reinforce that all technical guidelines and rules are followed correctly 
• Ensure appropriate workflow for the department is being used, both technically and visually. 
• Provide leadership and support to 2D Artists, both creatively and technically, and ensure they partner effectively with Production and they deliver their goals. 
• Assists in the casting decisions for projects. 
• Collaborate with the head of department on recruiting to help identify top talent for the team. 

Person Specification:

• Must have at least 4-6 years’ experience working as a Lead/Senior Designer (or similar position) in either broadcast or feature film work 
• The ability to adapt and work in a variety of different visual styles. 
• A keen eye for design and composition. 
• Strong working knowledge of colour, preferable but not required 
• Clear communication and follow through on tasks.
• Task Driven, self-motivated, and proactive 
• Good understanding of an 3D animation production pipeline and how 2D designs translate into 3D models for animation (a big advantage, but not required) 
• Must be able to communicate in an articulate and positive manner. 
• Must take direction well. 
• Must be comfortable with leading and mentoring a team of 2D designers 

Contract type:Fixed Term 

Portfolio should show examples of a variety of different styles, environments, layout, props and turnarounds.

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