7 Character animator jobs in Oakville, ON
- Animator
Prodigy EducationMidtown Toronto$60K - $74K (Glassdoor Est.)We welcome applications from people from all underrepresented groups, including (but not limited to) people of any gender, age, or religion, members of the……11d - Animator: Gameplay (Mid/Senior Level)
Rockstar GamesOakville$84K - $97K (Glassdoor Est.)In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities (or on the basis of any other protected ground under……30d+ - Bitmoji 3D Artist
SnapchatToronto$60K - $72K (Glassdoor Est.)Ensure high fidelity of modeling quality and optimization based on concepts and instructions from the project and design lead.…21d - Senior 3D Animator
Behaviour InteractiveToronto$44K - $71K (Glassdoor Est.)Ce role fera partie intégrante de l'équipe qui œuvrent sur des projets de co-développement et développement complet sur toutes les plateformes pour nos clients,……30d+ - HR Business Partner, North America
9 Story Media GroupToronto$62K - $79K (Glassdoor Est.)Work with VP HR, HR Operations and functional executives to develop annual human capital plans. Acting as the first point of contact for HR queries from……3d - Midwinter - Senior Character Gameplay Animator \u007C Animateur·trice de gameplay de personnage SeniorBehaviour InteractiveToronto$95K - $130K (Employer Est.)Si vous avez des questions sur le salaire de base ou la rémunération totale, nous serons heureux d'en discuter plus en détail avec vous lors du processus d……29d
- Professor, Animation - Part Time
Mohawk CollegeHamiltonCandidates should have experience and knowledge of Indigenous education, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and EDI in curriculum/program development,……30d+ - Acme Corporation - Job Listing 1009227253448
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There are open character animator jobs in several cities near Oakville, ON including Toronto, ON, Oakville, ON, Hamilton, ON, Midtown Toronto, ON.
The top companies hiring now for character animator jobs in Oakville, ON are Prodigy Education, Rockstar Games, Snapchat, Behaviour Interactive, 9 Story Media Group, Mohawk College
Prodigy Education is a global leader in game-based learning and is one of the fastest-growing EdTech companies in North America. Our mission is to help every student in the world love learning, motivating millions worldwide via fun, secure and accessible curriculum-aligned gameplay experiences. Visit www.prodigygame.com to learn more.
Prodigy's design practice weaves marketing, product, and game efforts into coherent experiences that inspire students to love learning, infused with brand personality, deep customer understanding, and AAA-level craft. In the design practice we have 5 core values: Impact, Excellence, Curiosity, Empowerment, and Ingenuity.
As an Animator at Prodigy, you will have the opportunity to work on our newest game, Prodigy English - a life simulator that focuses on giving players the flexibility to live their best life in a virtual world. You’ll apply your talents to create and expand our roster of characters, animals, environmental objects and UI elements from the concept phase through to production. You will be able to apply your skill of bringing art to life and create a thrilling experience for kids to enjoy while playing our game.
Your Impact
- Developing and enriching our in-game universe, offering players fresh characters, creatures, and settings to explore and delight in
- Support and coach other artists on the team, both in and outside of animation
- Collaborate with other specializations, including product managers, game and product designers, developers and other artists to provide the highest quality player experience for our users
- Consistently seek avenues for self-improvement and team enhancement to achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness, all while prioritizing our players' needs
About You
- A diligent animator, passionate about exploring new art techniques, ways to work, and ultimately creating thrilling work
- 5+ years of experience working with 2D animation in game development, ideally with a team
- Passionate about bringing life to characters and providing high-quality animation to players, with the goal of making the best game possible
- Excited by the challenges that come with a rapidly growing and scaling company, and have thrived in this kind of environment
- Strong communication - both verbal and written - and comfortable keeping the team up-to-date with your progress
- Exceptionally reliable and organized, able to agree, commit and hit deadlines
- Ability to view the quality of the work you provide in many ways (visual quality, scalability of solution, adherence to designer requirements, in-game performance, etc.)
- Not afraid to stretch yourself outside of your comfort zone to tackle new opportunities, and have a love for continuous learning
Core Technologies
- Spine (Nice to have)
- Toon boom (Nice to have) Photoshop (Must have experience)
Come as you are. We believe the power of our collective potential will transform education. We are building towards a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace to empower and create access and opportunity for all. We welcome applications from people from all underrepresented groups, including (but not limited to) people of any gender, age, or religion, members of the LGBTQIA2+ community, BIPOC and other underrepresented races and nationalities, people with disabilities, veterans, and anyone who may contribute to the further diversification of Prodigy Education. If you feel like you don’t have all the qualifications for this position and are willing to use your initiative to learn the rest, we’d still love for you to apply!
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Prodigy Education will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us at jobs@prodigygame.com, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Base pay range
The minimum salary is $60K and the max salary is $74K.
$60K – $74K/yr (Glassdoor est.)
$67K
/yr Median
Midtown Toronto
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Company overview
Size
201 to 500 Employees
Founded
2011
Type
Company - Private
Industry
Software Development
Sector
Information Technology
Revenue
Unknown / Non-Applicable
Prodigy Education Ratings
3.1
- Recommend to a friend
- Approve of CEO
- Alex Peters & Rohan Mahimker174 Ratings
Prodigy Education Reviews
Pros
- "Competitive pay" (in 2 reviews)
- "Good company culture" (in 2 reviews)
Cons
- "better management needed on all levels." (in 4 reviews)
- "Frequent layoffs and large layoff rounds every year I was there." (in 5 reviews)
- "Executives have CEOs in their pocket, everything in company is done to please executives." (in 3 reviews)
Prodigy Education – Why work with us
Our shared values drive us to finish the job & learn from the experience. This culture also attracts & keeps all-star team members.
Growth Mindset: We are curious and always hooked on learning and development — personally and professionally.
Radical Candor: Empathy and constructive feedback help us to move forward together. We embrace a culture of frequent feedback and open communication.
User Obsessed: We continually seek to understand, empathize, and then act on our users’ dynamic needs.
Sense of Urgency: We prioritize high-impact work and focus on delivering it as quickly as possible.
Extreme Ownership: We empower people to make decisions and own the process and the outcomes.
Prodigy Education Benefits
4.2
3 Ratings
Employee benefit reviews
Most commented
Health Insurance(6 comments)
"Covers almost any paramedical offerings, as well as mental health offerings. Very helpful!"
Vacation & Paid Time Off(6 comments)
"Extended long weekends and personal days"
Life Insurance(5 comments)
"It's fine, nothing to write home about - pretty standard offerings."
- Mar 21, 2024Former Employee in Toronto, ON, Ontario
Good benefits (health, PTO, gym & learning fund). Parental leave support could be better
- Mar 14, 2024Current Employee in Toronto, ON, Ontario
Good benefits overall for me and my family
- Mar 14, 2024Current Devops Engineer in Toronto, ON, Ontario
Full remote or optional hybrid in Toronto. Good benefits plan. Very flexible and generous PTO, leaves, sick days, "work from anywhere". RRSP contribution matching up to 2% of salary.