Location: Toronto, Ontario
URL: http://www.gurustudio.com

Description:
Guru studio, the award-winning and internationally renowned animation facility in Toronto is looking for a Model/Rigging Intern to assist with the second season of our internationally broadcast show Justin Time. This is an unpaid position.

Justin Time is a "2D/3D Hybrid" production with a unique look. Visually, it pulls design influences from the likes of Mary Blair, Golden Book Illustrations and Samurai Jack. The character designs are bright, colourful and highly refined using simple graphic shapes. Environments are rich and highly stylized with a blend of graphic shapes and painterly textures.

Responsibilities:
• Assist modeling team to meet the needs of the production.
• Use commercial and proprietary tools to help rig characters.
• Assist with modeling characters and props based on the show’s hybrid 2D/3D design aesthetic.
• Apply basic shaders and textures to models consistent with a flat cartoon look.

Requirements:
• Abilities in modeling.
• Knowledge of Maya shader networks and UV placement an asset.
• Understanding of cartoon animation principles and how they apply to rigging.
• Must be eager, excited and willing to learn.
• Fun, trustworthy and chill.

To apply:

Please indicate “Model/Rigging Intern” in the subject header line and send only online portfolios/blogs with a descriptive list to:

Guru Studio
Attention: Hire Me!
110 Spadina Ave., Suite 500
Toronto, ON M5V 2K4
hireme@gurustudio.com

We are unable to return materials, so please do not submit originals. No phone calls please and no relocation will be provided. This is an unpaid position beginning immediately. Only selected applicants will be contacted.

Guru Studio is an equal opportunity employer

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