Designer: Paw Patrol

Guru Studio is a creative-driven entertainment company and an industry leader in
animated storytelling. For over twenty years, our studio has brought to life some of the
most recognizable and beloved children’s properties in the world.

We’re always looking for passionate and committed talent, so come join our dynamic
and growing team!

Are you ready to take the world's #1 smash hit animated series to the next level? The
award-winning, action-packed and loved-by-every-child-on-Earth series PAW Patrol is
entering its second decade of production, with BIG plans ahead!

We’re looking for a Designer to join us on PAW Patrol!

Responsibilities:
• Work with Art Director and Design Supervisor to design 3D characters, props and
environments in the style of the show
• Produce character, prop and location designs in various forms from rough
concept to finished rotations
• Produce character expression and pose sheets to assist animation
• Visualize locations clearly so they can be interpreted by storyboard artists and
the modeling department
• Integrate and modify pre-existing assets from our library to maximize reuse and
production efficiency
• Interpret scripts and assess story-specific design needs for locations and prepare
annotated location maps and designs for storyboarding needs
• Collaborate with Design Supervisor and design team to develop a consistent look
for the show
• Contribute substantially and decisively to the evolution of the show design
• Demonstrate commitment to creative collaboration in a time-sensitive
environment
• Take on various art tasks other than character, prop and location design (location
illustrations, cover art, layout, mock-ups etc.)

Qualifications:
• Excellent drawing and design skills
• 5+ years previous 3D animated series experience is a must
• 5+ years experience with Photoshop as well as working knowledge/experience
with Toon Boom Harmony and 3D software such as Blender is a plus

• Experience on a minimum of two 3D children’s series and knowledge of 3D
modeling
• Excellent creativity and demonstrated ability to generate innovative concepts and
ideas within given delivery timeframes
• Able to design within certain specifications (maintaining pre-determined
proportions and keeping within an overall look)
• Ability to productively discuss, make decisions, and communicate ideas in a wide
variety of aesthetic areas
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Experience with Matte Painting a plus
• Experience generating Mood Boards/Color Scripts for the Directors to hit the
desired look of the show is a plus

Why Join Guru?
• We create a collaborative and creatively fulfilling work environment by promoting
courage, purpose, inspiration, integrity, transparency, and empowerment as our
core values
• We take great pride in our work and we always ensure it reflects a high standard
of quality and creativity
• We encourage individuals to grow with us by offering learning opportunities that
encourage skill development and growth
• We are proud to support philanthropic initiatives that support our local and global
community through our charity committee Guru Gives
• We offer health and wellness support through an extensive benefits plan and
extended mental health services and initiatives
• We allow the flexibility to work remotely while making our downtown studio
available for in-person team building and collaboration 

Contract duration: Fixed-term contract of approximately 10 weeks. 

Expected compensation: $1450 - $1550 per week, depending on experience and role requirements.

Vacancy status: This job posting is for an actual current vacancy tied to a specific animation project.

Guru is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that celebrates the
diversity of its employees. We are dedicated to employment equity and welcome
applications from people from all Indigenous groups, races, religions, genders and
people with disabilities.

We are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience during our
recruitment process and are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible
‎environment where candidates and ‎employees feel valued and respected. Guru strives
to respect the dignity and ‎independence of people with disabilities and is committed to

giving them the same ‎‎opportunity to succeed in the recruitment process as all other
candidates. If you have a disability, you may request ‎to be accommodated at any time.
Guru will work with all candidates to accommodate individual accessibility needs to the
point of undue hardship.

Guru Studio would like to thank all applicants for your interest, however only those who
qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the
selection process. Guru Studio is an equal opportunity employer.

Please note this is an In-Studio/ Hybrid position