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Livewire is a change communications agency. Our work helps our clients successfully navigate organizational change in a world of constant disruption, evolution and adaptation. We believe communication is essential for the human spirit. And we care deeply about every experience we create, considering each touchpoint an opportunity to deliver on our promise.

As Executive Assistant at Livewire you will play a key role in enhancing the CEO’s effectiveness. This role is the liaison between the CEO and those outside of Livewire, including executives. This role will provide administrative support in a well-organized, timely and proactive manner. You will work independently and may work in a team environment to serve as the primary support.

The Executive Assistant will represent the Livewire brand with integrity and spirit. This role is critical to the success of Livewire’s strategic plan as communicated through the company’s vision and mission.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide calendar management with emphasis on proactive planning and optimizing time, scheduling internal and external client meetings and conferences and addressing potential scheduling conflicts
• Draft and prepare correspondence (internal and external as required), reports, briefs, and PowerPoint presentations identifying required information, researching background information, and gathering information from appropriate sources
• Prepare the CEO for meetings, including compiling information and debriefing on pertinent information prior to the meetings
• Coordinate travel arrangements and accommodation including preparation and submitting of expenses
• Distribute materials for scheduled meetings, as necessary. At times you may be required to participate in meetings or transcribe minutes, take notes and assist in developing team briefs and action items from meetings.
• Support in preparing for monthly Leadership Team and quarterly board meetings, and address any action items that result from them
• Ownership and accountability for the annual Livewire All Team Offsite and other internal events. This includes venue sourcing, negotiation, event logistics, coordination of presentations, presentation support
• Plan and coordinate other executive meetings, full-team events and client entertainment and networking opportunities Provide support for all non-profit work and initiatives.
• Liaise and follow up with Leadership Team and other direct reports
• Support Client Services Team on non-billable presentations and internal meetings. May include but not limited to; pitch documents in PPT or Word, development of client, prospect or industry research or briefs and documenting minutes from internal meetings.
• Provide formatting, grammar/spelling checks and print/binding support on proposals, reports and PPT presentations with precise attention to all important details
• Write, proof-read and/or edit client and internal communications
• Manage a library of client information in our CRM software, assist Client Services Team with mailers, troubleshooting, and own communication with the provider.
• Source previous proposals and estimate documents from project archive as required
• Other duties may be assigned as required, including personal administrative tasks

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of experience supporting executive level roles in a fast paced environment is a considerable asset.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Teams and a keen understanding of what it takes to plan, navigate and deliver on client expectations and proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Excellent communication skills and strong organization skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Collaborative mindset.

Future Growth Opportunities with Livewire

In addition to further responsibilities within the role the following future positions may also provide opportunities for growth:

1. Office Management

2. Account Executive

Here are a few things that set us apart:

• We are an equal-opportunity employer, and we are proud to offer jobs in environments where diversity is embraced.
• Competitive compensation package
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Summer hours
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of our team through learning and development
• Regular social events to foster teamwork
• Strong culture of charitable and community involvement

We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and welcome applications from individuals who fall into one or more protected statuses (race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other protected status). If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Livewire Communications

About Hive Media:

Hive Media redefines what it means to be a people-driven news and entertainment company. Our team focuses on creating and acquiring content properties, which allow us to cultivate solid relationships with our communities, technology experts, and advertising partners. Our platform provides AI optimized campaigns across dozens of native, social, and programmatic ad networks. When paired with highly verticalized publishing platforms, we can deliver the most focused content with the best ad experience to users anywhere in the world.

We are looking for an Office Manager/HR admin who thrives in a fun, dynamic, fast-paced environment. This person will manage the office’s day-to-day operations, provide administrative support to multiple departments, and assist our Human Resources Manager in the recruitment, benefits administration, and employee engagement. They must be organized, self-motivated, and able to take on various impactful tasks and projects.

This is a full-time, in-house position in our London, Ontario, Canada office.

Responsibilities:

• Champion Hive Media Group’s core values and company culture.
• Oversee our office, ensure everything is in working order and be the “go-to” person for employee requests or questions.
• Promote the employer brand, which would include posting on the company’s social media pages, planning and executing engaging activities, coordinating SWAG items, etc.
• Take ownership of ongoing projects related to increasing efficiency and improving office space.
• Benefits administration includes but is not limited to, communicating benefit plans to employees, responding to questions in a timely manner, working with brokers and third-party account managers to resolve any issues, reconciling invoices, and leading annual open enrollment.
• Maintain employee electronic files and ensure accurate and timely entry of HR transactions data in Payroll software related to new hires, change of status, employee benefits, training, and termination of employment.
• Manage the onboarding cycle from pre-boarding and ensure new team members are ready for day one. This includes sending New Hire documents, processing onboarding information, scheduling orientation sessions, and maintaining employee records.
• Assist in payroll processing for Canadian entities.
• Support offboarding activities for exiting team members, including scheduling exit interviews, sending communications about last-day details, and summarizing exit interview data.
• Management and overseeing of the Internship Program
• Plan monthly events to increase employee engagement, including annual Holiday and Summer parties.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between property management, third-party vendors caterers, and event coordination.
• Manage the office administration, including, but not limited to, tracking expenses, purchase requests, beverage/snack inventory, budgets for events and perks, creating office KPIs, running office errands, etc.
• Maintain a clean, presentable, and organized office space.

Requirements:

• Prior administrative or event planning experience, preferably in a start-up environment.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to multi-task.
• Ability to follow through on appointed projects
• Self-starter who can work independently with limited direction.
• Must be friendly, approachable, and always be looking for ways to help.
• 3+ years of experience in HR Assistant field, preferably in a start-up environment.
• Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Exceptionally self-motivated and directed.
• Ability to adapt to different working styles and create a cohesive collaborative environment.
• Effective written and verbal communications skills.
• Extremely organized with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work for Hive?

• Competitive wages
• Employer contribution towards Medical, Dental, and Vision premiums for all regular full-time employees and their dependents.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Registered Retirement Saving Plan (RRSP) with company match
• Paid Time Off
• We care about your career and foster a culture of learning. We provide dedicated time to improve your skills, lunch and learns, online courses, knowledge sharing between team members, and many more opportunities.
• A management team focused on performance, growth, engagement and connection.
• Company-sponsored events and fully hosted summer and winter parties.

*Hive Media Group LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

Hive Media Group

Who we are

Founded in 2021, beloFX is a next-generation visual effects and technology company. We operate globally with outstanding teams based in Canada, India, and the UK. This is an era of dramatic change in moving image technology and process. Our founding team, who have extensive experience in high-end visual effects, intend the company to be at the forefront of this transformation. At the heart of our ambition are collaborative tools that unify and optimize creative excellence, operational efficiency and client service. The liberating power of this technology enables creative organizations such as ours to work in fundamentally new ways, and develop exciting ideas for the future.

You can see our work on recently released The Peripheral on Amazon and The Last of Us for HBO. We are currently working on multiple high-profile feature films and episodic shows for Paramount Pictures, Universal Pictures, Sony Pictures, Skydance Media, Amazon Entertainment, HBO and Apple TV+.

Join us as a Bidding Coordinator!

We are looking for a Bidding Coordinator to join our New Business team! This is a central role responsible for sourcing new business and winning work for the studio. The role will coordinate all bidding projects and work closely with and report to the New Business Executive and Managing Director. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and can foster strong client relationships.

What you’ll get to do

• Work across multiple potential projects in parallel, learning about analyzing VFX breakdowns, assessing other materials (storyboards, reference images, meetings, and previz) and identifying creative processes and as a result, providing competitive, coherent and detailed bid packages to send to our clients

• Actively work with internal production teams, supervisors and Heads of Department to not only establish the methodologies that will be used on a project but also quantify the said work

• Monitor studio capacity and capabilities and help New Business Executive assess whether a project or type of work would be appropriate for the studio to prioritize, then discuss and strategize with the New Business Executive and Managing Director

• Keep informed on industry cost structures and understand how it affects creative assessment

• Liaise with clients and maintain good client relationships

• Maintain a comprehensive set of notes on each bidding project to help a clean handover to Show Producers once awarded

• Assist with the collection of task actuals data from completed projects for the bidding database

What you’ll need to bring

• Intimate and up-to-date knowledge of the entire VFX workflow and how it relates to bidding, according to current technical and creative VFX methodologies

• Excellent understanding of financial considerations with strong analytical skills

• Ability and experience to build effective working relationships with clients and colleagues

• High-level knowledge of MS Office applications, particularly Excel

• Ability to work with a small team towards a common goal, with a collaborative mindset

• Impeccable attention to detail and accuracy

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to stay calm under pressure and capable of delivering to short deadlines

• A high level of motivation and a positive, can-do- attitude

Our people at belo are, and you will be

• Respectful and approachable
• Proactive and forward-thinking
• Flexible and adaptable
• A team player with a strong team ethic
• Enthusiastic, positive and optimistic
• Open to picking up new skills and try new ways of working

What we can offer you

• A fun, happy and respectful environment
• Learn from industry veterans with a wealth of knowledge to share
• An innovative, creative and forward-thinking company where every employee contributes to its growth
• Fully remote positions enabling employees to shape a career contributing to ground-breaking projects whilst benefiting from the flexibility needed in modern life
• Paid vacation days, sick days and personal days
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive health benefits package, including extended health, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, 24/7 counselling through an employee assistance program and a health spending account
• Annual WFH allowance for home office equipment
• RRSP company matching
• Social events and activities (Holiday season & Summer parties)

Our promise to you

beloFX is an equal opportunity employer and we are dedicated to putting diversity, inclusion and equality at the forefront of our culture. We believe in creating an environment where different ideas and perspectives are championed and where each individual feels empowered to contribute. We appreciate the great value that comes with creating teams that represent many diverse beliefs and visions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, belief, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or veteran status. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

Apply now! Be part of belo’s journey!

If you think this role sounds like a good fit for you then please apply here https://www.belofx.com/careers and complete our application from. If you would like to learn more about the position or careers at beloFX please contact careers@belofx.com

If you require any support in the application process, including disability accommodation, please contact careers@belofx.com

*Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada and be a resident of Quebec, Canada

beloFX

Marketing Events Coordinator

ARS / Global Emergency Management

ARS / Global Emergency Management is a proud leader in disaster mitigation and property restoration. With a commitment to quality and over 60 years of experience, we are dedicated to meeting the needs of insurers, agents, brokers, and most importantly, the policy holder. We serve property owners of all types with restoration services resulting from WATER, FIRE, STORM and other event driven disasters.

We are on an exciting journey of transformation and growth. We offer a competitive salary, an extended health plan including medical, dental and vision.  Our other benefits include a company RRSP program, an employee assistance program, educational assistance, professional development and internal growth opportunities. If you have what it takes to be our Marketing Events Coordinator and this sounds like a perfect match, we would love to hear from you!

Position Overview:

The Marketing Events Coordinator assists in organizing outstanding and unforgettable events for ARS’ branded engagements in support of the Canadian division. The main duties include assisting the Marketing Department with event venues, arranging services, and monitoring the tasks associated with a successful event through to completion. These responsibilities require the flexibility for travel.

Event Responsibilities:

• Research and compile industry-related event and sponsorship opportunities with participation recommendations.

• Identify event requirements/expectations. Assist with organizing all events using the shared calendar on Microsoft teams and/or appropriate software.

• Engage and develop working relations with venue, caterer, and marketing staff, including insurance companies and other stakeholders to ensure corporate events are a success.

• Organize and plan event details up to and including venue, guest lists, catering, promotional material, entertainment, and associated contracts.

• Coordinate and attend all event set-up, and tear-down, including daily inspections in support of the company’s standard.

• Monitor event turnout (inclusive of event data) using both proprietary and event-specific tools; prepare for post-event reporting and provide recommendations accordingly.

• Support accurate and relevant Corporate Social Media activity as directed by Digital Media, Engagement, and Communications Team.

• Provide the necessary administration to support Events as required.

Marketing Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the production of marketing collateral and other event-related materials.

• Maintain an effective inventory of marketing collateral and branded attire.

• Provide the necessary administration to support Marketing as required.

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in marketing preferred, HS Diploma required.

• Demonstrated history or formal education in Event Coordination or Marketing preferred.

• Competent with cost negotiations related to event details.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Word).

• Proficient in the participation and hosting of Video Conferencing within the various platforms.

• Demonstrated history in the administration and maintenance of event calendars, scheduling/booking events, and supporting travel requirements.

• Must be able to travel to support events.

• Must have a valid driver’s license, and clean abstract.

• Location: Toronto, ON.

AODA Statement

ARS / Global Emergency Management encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants with disabilities may notify us of any accommodations needed to support your participation in the recruitment process.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying. Please be aware that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted for this position.

ARS / Global Emergency Management CA

Division: Vancouver Radio – 980 CKNW

Work Status: Full-Time

Location: Vancouver, BC (Onsite)

About the Role:

980 CKNW is looking for a Talk Show Content Producer. Reporting to the Executive Producer and Senior Program Director, you will be responsible for producing Mornings with Simi on CKNW (Mon-Fri) – one of CKNW’s flagship talk shows. It is dynamic, interesting, informative, and locally focused. This position will require an individual that is extremely organized, a great internal communicator, and has the ability and experience to track down and book guests with daily deadlines. Do you have insatiable curiosity to learn, a passion for current affairs, and the ability to develop unique angles and conversations around the biggest stories? Being local is at our core at CKNW. In all our segments we strive to stimulate and entertain listeners in the Greater Vancouver region. You must be available to work early mornings. In addition to producing the show you may also be called upon to execute live broadcasts, promotions, and special projects as assigned.

You’ll be working on things like:

• Serve your host, serve the show, serve the station and serve the audience.
• Edit all audio clips, pre-recorded interviews and sound effects should be properly prepped before show time.
• Pitch original stories and develop them for broadcast, social and digital media.
• Chase guests with tenacity and enthusiasm.
• Book guests and set up programming debates and forums.
• Build shows with depth and focus, that drive forward the show’s editorial priorities in covering multiple angles of the big stories.
• Research news and current affairs stories for broadcast and digital media.
• Mine your life and your host’s life for nuggets of REAL life experience which is talk show worthy.
• Develop a comprehensive, unique, and diverse contact list of insiders, professors, newsmakers, reporters, correspondents, opinion makers, etc.
• Develop and produce special programming around impactful and complex topics.
• Provide an on-air presence (when applicable) on the show (debriefs, montages, reports, investigative series etc.)
• Prepare a show rundown, background info for guests, and research for stories. Highlight where teases, promos, and other show elements fall within the rundown.
• Coordinate with newsroom on breaking news, Amber Alerts, and daily show content.
• Collaborate with other producers on story development and show focus.
• Find and tell high quality stories that reflect CKNW as a legacy brand that has evolved as the Lower Mainland has evolved. Seek to represent many sides to a story while always keeping the listener in mind.
• Participate in pre and post show production meetings.
• Provide guidance and feedback to the larger show team on the production of live programming.
• Practice ethical principles of journalism.
• Meet and exceed ratings expectations.
• Perform other duties as required.

If you have the following…we want to hear from you!

• Post-secondary education in journalism, communications or a related field
• Minimum three years of experience in a major market or equivalent preferred
• News experience, preferably in radio
• Ability to write for all media platforms
• Expertise in audio editing
• Understanding of Burli, and multitrack audio editing
• Tenacious approach in booking guests and news makers to join hosts on-air
• Strong and solid interviewing skills
• Curiosity and passion for BC politics, current events and the stories that matter to people in the Lower Mainland.
• Comprehensive and wide-reaching knowledge of local and national news events
• Proficiency with social media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
• Strong leadership and communication skills and the ability to lead a dynamic team
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

Application Deadline: February 26, 2023

980 CKNW

About the Job

Public Inc. is uniquely positioned as a mix of consultancy and agency, with a core focus on driving impact out in the world. In 2022, we were shortlisted for Strategy Magazine’s Small Agency of the Year award.  As a purpose-driven business with continued growth ahead of us, we are looking to bring on an Art Director to join our core Creative department. 

Description

As an Art Director, you work with Creative Directors, Copywriters and Designers to develop concepts for different client projects across a variety of channels. You produce the look and feel of concepts and content, create storyboards and concept boards, prepare presentations, and source and design artwork for projects that require visuals. You may also be asked to lead and develop designs independently. 

This role involves interpreting briefs, working on tight deadlines, and presenting creative designs and ideas to clients. After the work is presented, you are responsible for the production of the work, including managing client and internal feedback and working with external partners to get the work completed on time and on budget.

Reporting to the Head of Art and Chief Creative Officer, the Art Director works closely with Copywriters, Designers, and/or other Art Directors, and other members of both the creative department and the larger Public group.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading concepts and communicating ideas
• Producing design, artwork and/or imagery suitable for a variety of channels
• Designing within existing brand guidelines
• Providing quality assurance of creative deliverables
• Building and maintaining relationships with Public team members, clients, partner agencies and vendors
• Contributing to the innovative development and culture of the creative department
• Participating in new business pitches and ideas
• Preparing and delivering presentations to clients

Key Skills

• Experience in art direction and design experience
• A natural sense of curiosity and personal interest in social impact topics
• Proficiency in art direction and conceptual ability  
• Understanding, experience and/or willingness to produce artwork for a variety of channels
• A strategic mindset, an innate ability to problem solve, resilience and energy
• Excellence in Adobe InDesign/Photoshop/Illustrator
• Proficiency or excellence in Animation (i.e. After Effects), Video Editing (i.e. Premiere/Final Cut Pro) or 3D modeling software is considered a plus.
• Diverse experience in long-form content or editorial design is also a plus. 

Requirements:

The ideal person for this role has prior experience in an agency environment, a creative portfolio of current examples of work, an ability to work on multiple (and time-sensitive) projects at once, enthusiasm, and strong interpersonal skills.

Does this role sound like a great fit for you? If so, please apply directly on LinkedIn or email Max Cox (talk@publicinc.com) with your portfolio. This role is hybrid, with four work-from-home days a week and one in-office day, and is open to candidates across Canada and the United States. 

About Public:

We’re a determined collective of forty people in Toronto, Boston, and Los Angeles. We live impactfully. Work strategically. Breathe creativity. And dream endlessly. As a full-service social impact agency, we’ve put purpose at the top of the business agenda. We’ve helped transform corporate reputations with social responsibility campaigns. We’ve driven profits with sustainability programs. Our services include: research, strategy, brand and social impact marketing, advertising, design, digital, PR, social media, corporate partnerships, measurement and evaluation, and project management.

Public encourages applications from persons of diverse backgrounds and is an equal opportunity employer. Public is committed to building and fostering a fair and inclusive workplace which values diversity and encourages respect for dignity, beliefs and ideas consistent with the principles outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code (the “Code”), and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Public recognizes the value of identifying and removing barriers and promoting inclusion in the workplace.

Public Inc.

Art Director + Copywriter Team needed for conceptual development of unignorable and unorthodox ideas and the flawless execution of creative deliverables. Balancing creative thinking with interpersonal skills, this team will demonstrate an ability to justify concepts to both the client and the project team. They ensure their projects are smart, kickass and beautifully crafted.

What you will do…

• Regularly attend and participate fully in briefs, product group meetings and client presentations; attend client briefs and research as needed
• Present creative work and creative rationales to product group and then to client for discussion and approval; compellingly and with an authoritative manner, building a positive working relationship with client contacts
• Create persuasive art and copy that engages the target audience and follows the brand’s tone of voice.
• Execute creative using new and modern perspectives along with reliable production methods while keeping the client’s existing graphic look, brand image, and goals in mind.
• Partner with Production to ensure the development of formats that achieve the strategic objectives outlined in the brief and maximize the use of the production budget
• Manage multiple projects in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain quality and budget control throughout all aspects of the art, file prep and/or broadcast production process in conjunction with Production and Studio
• Championing the client’s cause while balancing it with McCann’s objectives
• Contribute to building a positive agency culture, building positive working relationships with other departments and clients

Who you will be…

• Must be a team player.
• 3+ years of experience as Art Director or Copywriter
• Knowledge and experience in performing on a variety of consumer, industrial, corporate and institutional communication assignments, across multiple mediums.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proactive self-starter
• Proven experience developing progressive digital, direct and social projects
• Demonstrated ability to develop concepts relevant to the client’s objectives, and distinct in their presentation.

The Company

McCann Worldgroup Canada is committed to a diverse workforce as an Employment Equity employer (Women, People with Disabilities, Aboriginal Peoples, and Visible Minorities) and aims to maintain an inclusive and equitable workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require an accommodation, we would be happy to work with you to meet your needs.

McCann Canada

Are you a highly skilled Creative Director looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your talent and take your career to the next level?

As a Creative Director, you will lead and manage a team of creative Interior design professionals from concept to execution for a portfolio of client work. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of retail clients from various industries locally and internationally, and your work will involve all aspects of the design process, from initial sketches to project documentation.

You will work closely with all levels of staff to ensure the timely completion of projects while maintaining the critical path of each project. You will also liaise with other client project consultants, such as Architects, Engineers, contractors, suppliers, manufacturers, and more throughout the life of the project.

To be considered for this role, you must possess a Design Degree, a minimum of 10 years of Retail Design experience in a mid to large size firm, and strong technical expertise in all aspects of design. You must also have demonstrated design proficiency, both directive and hands-on, as well as exposure to team management.

Your in-depth understanding of Retail strategy and your demonstrated ability to translate strategy to design deliverables are key to this role.

If you are an individual who is principled, determined, positive, and has a collaborative attitude, we want you to join our team! We value individuals who have excellent work ethic can handle multiple projects/tasks, and a true passion for retail design.

With an average employee tenure of 12 years, our firm is a place where you can continue to grow your career long term. To join this team APPLY with your resume and portfolio.

Vered Klein Recruitment Consultants

Animation Technical Director | Unreal Engine | Gaming | Remote working | $140,000 CAD – 170,000 CAD + Benefits.

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The Company

The client is an independent publisher and developer, based in Paris and Montreal, creating original narrative games in the adventure, RPG, and action genres. The studio is internationally renowned for unique narrative experiences with engaging stories and characters, and has worked with industry leading publishers. The client creates and publishes its own IPs developed in-house, as well as using its knowledge and experience to collaborate with third-party developers whose editorial visions parallel the company’s own.

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The Role

Your role will be to support the animation team in bringing characters to life, while ensuring the quality and implementation of content in the engine (Unreal Engine). You willl put your animation skills and your technical knowledge to the test to ensure the success of this Montreal studio’s next big Narrative game.

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Responsibilities

• Act as the referring technical architect for the animation pipelines:
• structure the data;
• analyze existing tools and alternatives;
• propose new, clear and relevant specifications if necessary;
• test the solutions implemented (by animators or programmers);
• disseminate good technical practices to facilitators.
• Lead, in partnership with the programming team, the continuous improvement of the quality and efficiency of production for:
• the effective general management of the export/import of data from DCCs to Unreal;
• cinematics built in Unreal – based on mocap and iterated;
• facial animations – facial mocap but also dynamic in-game control;
• fast integration of numerous contextual animations;
• the motion kit for character movement.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of the state of the art in animation, in particular the Unreal 5 engine pipelines, and related DCCs. Propose innovative technology projects, while managing the reality of available resources in an agile manner.

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Qualifications

• Experience in Key frame animation and Motion Capture (gameplay and cinematic);
• Mastery of Maya and MotionBuilder tools;
• Mastery of Unreal Editor (4 or 5). At least one consistent project delivered on:
• the cinematics creation/editing pipeline in this engine;
• a facial animation system;
• the implementation of AnimGraph/AnimBlueprint.
• Proficiency with a LipSync generation tool (e.g. Omniverse, JALI, SpeechGraphics, etc.);
• Knowledge of gameplay and cinematic pipelines in video games;
• Good organizational and communication skills;
• Experience in delivering AA or AAA games.
• Experience with LiveLink animated cinematics in Unreal Editor;
• Knowledge of MetaHuman technology;
• An interest in narrative games and their ability to convey emotions through their characters.

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If you’re looking for an opportunity to join a cutting-edge environment, working on some of the most exciting games and technology in the business, don’t hesitate in putting forward an application! To automatically receive notifications upon new roles and market updates, follow our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/white-bay-search/

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White Bay

The Company

Roots Corporation is a publicly held Canadian Brand which provides a portfolio of apparel, leather goods, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children under the Roots brand. Its merchandise includes genuine leather, such as jackets, bags, and luggage; kids & baby clothing; and leather, linens, towels, and accessories. It was founded in 1973 in Toronto, Ontario, by Michael Budman and Don Green. In 2015, Roots was sold to Searchlight Capital Partners LP, an American investment firm, which now holds a majority stake with the founders retaining a minority stake.

The company operates through two segments: Direct-To-Consumer, which accounts for majority revenue, and Partners & Other. The DTC segment sells products through the company’s corporate retail stores and e-commerce. The Partners & Other segment engage in the wholesale of Roots branded products to the company’s international operating partners, and it earns royalties on the retail sales of Roots-branded products. The company has operating stores in Canada, United States, Taiwan, China, and Hong Kong to name a few.

Key Pointers

What Guides Roots

• Community: We are a place of inclusivity, diversity, and open-mindedness. We support one another and the communities here we live and work.
• Genuine: While we draw inspiration from the world around us, we never forget where we have come from – our heritage and Canadian beginnings.
• Integrity: We always strive to do what’s right, and to build trust and lasting relationships with our brand community.
• Freedom: We celebrate the individuality of style as a form of self-expression. We believe everyone should enjoy everyday adventures, living life on their own terms

Purpose of the Position

• Lead the ideation, brainstorming, and collaboration required to deliver compelling omni-channel concepts and visual campaigns & collateral, to support telling brand and product stories
• Determine appropriate creative direction by project, including typography treatments, graphic treatments, photography concept, three-dimensional layout design, moving image, in accordance with channel use.
• Translate business and marketing briefs into compelling creative concepts
• Lead and inspire members of the creative team (Copywriters, Graphic Designers, Developers, Stylists, Photographers) to deliver on creative concepts efficiently and effectively
• Partner with the Marketing Operations team to understand and execute against defined processes, project timelines and budgets
• Partner with the Design team to understand Design inspiration to inform Creative and Styling concepts
• Lead styling team to deliver on brand and collection design inspirations
• Establish and maintain visual standards for the brand, including ecommerce photography tiers, creative photography, models, and styling
• Partner with cross-functional teams to understand creative content performance (i.e., eCommerce, Social, Visual, Paid, PR, etc.) to ensure continuous learning about channel creative best practices
• Flexible team player and creative problem solver, always looking to take the brand to the next level in creative and innovative ways
• Manage and develop the Creative Designer and Styling team

The Candidate

Experience and Professional Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the creative field.
• BS/BA degree or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform essential functions of the role.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload, taking responsibility for personal and team deadlines.
• Previous experience of team management in a creative environment.
• Proficiency with all standard creative programs.
• Detail orientated
• Thorough understanding of omni-channel creative channels
• Dedication to teamwork and team development.
• Passion for fashion, retail and the outdoors a benefit.
• A true collaborator who can seamlessly engage with cross-functional teams
• Ability to lead and influence teams and stakeholders
• Exceptional time management, project management and organizational skills.
• Passionate people leader
• Equal parts analytical and creative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Core Competencies

• Creative Mindset – Think imaginatively with a desire to consider opportunities that effectively challenge the status quo. Demonstrates a forward thinking and exploratory approach to a challenge or problem, with a spirit of finding a solution.
• Collaboration – Work with others to achieve a common goal and better outcome for the organization.
• Initiative – Proactively assess situations, address conflicts, and take action as required without hesitation.
• Strategic Alignment – Able to align to the organization vision and purpose.
• Professional Growth and Development – Demonstrate a visible commitment to learning, growth and responsibility for the future.
• Integrity and Trust – Demonstrate respect, honesty, and transparency in all interactions. Reliable and counted on honoring their words and actions.
• Passion –Demonstrates a deep care and enthusiasm for key aspects of their role, the brand, and the organization

Leadership Competencies

• Leading with Purpose – Energize others by demonstrating passion, commitment and focus.
• Building Effective Teams – Successfully create strong morale and trust, building a cohesive and productive group with a shared goal or vision, while constantly developing others through encouragement, coaching, and feedback.
• Strategic Planning – Develop and execute data-driven long-range goals and plans.
• Executional Excellence – Achieves and implements priorities and objective by creating an environment where problem-solving, teamwork, and strong leadership results in continuous improvement

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