About the Role
Are you the king or queen of creativity, a master of all things animation, and a leader who inspires those around you? Then step right up and join our dynamic team of animators and designers! As our Associate Creative Director, you'll play a crucial role in leading our creative vision and guiding our team to animated greatness.
Oh and if you can tell me what CX means in the title, extra gugy points!
Responsibilities:
- Act as a creative visionary, inspiring and leading the design and animation teams to create visually stunning and innovative projects.
- Oversee the pre-production process, from storyboarding to animatics, and make sure everything is on track and up to snuff.
- Ensure that all projects meet the highest creative standards, from concept to final product.
- Collaborate with other departments to make sure projects are on time, on budget, and on point.
- Stay on top of the latest and greatest in animation technology, techniques, and trends and make sure the team is always pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
- Lead team meetings and brainstorms, bringing your own unique brand of humor and creative spark to the table.
- Bring your creative A-game every day and never stop pushing the limits of what's possible.
- We offer a fun, fast-paced, and supportive work environment, where you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects with a talented team.
So, if you're an Associate Creative Director with a passion for animation and a sense of humor to match, we'd love to hear from you!
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio (or a link to your online portfolio) when applying for this position. Don't be shy, let us see why you're the leader we've been looking for!
Espanol:
Somos un estudio de animación creativo en busca de un Director Creativo Asociado talentoso para unirse a nuestro equipo. En este papel, tendrá la oportunidad de liderar y supervisar a nuestro equipo de diseñadores y animadores para crear gráficos visualmente impresionantes para una variedad de proyectos, incluyendo comerciales, cortometrajes y películas de larga duración.
Responsabilidades:
- Liderar y supervisar a nuestro equipo de diseñadores y animadores para asegurar la entrega de proyectos de alta calidad
- Colaborar con otros departamentos y clientes para comprender sus necesidades y objetivos creativos
- Usar su experiencia en diseño y animación para ofrecer soluciones creativas y estratégicas a los desafíos técnicos y de diseño
- Mantenerse actualizado con las últimas tendencias y técnicas en animación y diseño gráfico y continuar desarrollando sus habilidades y conocimientos
- Participar en reuniones de equipo y presentar ideas y soluciones creativas para mejorar el proceso de producción
- Asegurarse de que todos los proyectos cumplan con los especificaciones y plazos establecidos.
Ofrecemos un entorno de trabajo dinámico y de apoyo, oportunidades de crecimiento y desarrollo profesional y la oportunidad de trabajar en proyectos emocionantes con un equipo talentoso.
Si eres un Director Creativo Asociado con pasión por la animación y un sed de aprendizaje, ¡nos encantaría escucharte! Por favor, envíe su currículum, carta de presentación y portfolio (o un enlace a su portfolio en línea) al aplicar para este puesto.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in graphic design, fine arts, or a related field
MUST SPEAK FLUENT ENGLISH
A minimum of 5 years of experience in the animation and graphic design industry, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
Strong conceptual and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop and communicate creative vision and ideas to team members and clients
In-depth knowledge of the latest design software and technologies, including Adobe Creative Suite, 3D modeling software, and compositing tools
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team of designers, animators, and other creative professionals
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present ideas and negotiate with clients
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, while ensuring all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
A portfolio showcasing a diverse range of creative work, including examples of animation and graphics projects
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve creative and technical challenges
A passion for the animation industry and a desire to stay up-to-date on the latest industry trends and technologies.
About the Company
Step right up and behold the magic of ThurgoodMedia, the animation and visual effects studio that's taking Antigua Guatemala by storm! This talented troupe of artists, designers, and tech wizards is dedicated to bringing your wildest, wackiest, and most wonderful visions to life on the big (or small) screen. Whether it's for a commercial, a short film, or a full-length feature, ThurgoodMedia always delivers results that are nothing short of phenomenal. So, if you're in the market for a job that can add a dash of humor and a pinch of pizzazz to your life, look no further than ThurgoodMedia.
We don't offer any training programs at the moment, so if you're just starting out, you might want to hit the books (or the animation software) for a bit longer. But, if you're a seasoned pro with experience and a reel to prove it, then you're in luck! We're always on the lookout for skilled animators and VFX artists to join our team and make magic happen. So, brush up on your skills, grab your best work, and get ready to show us what you've got!
¡Vengan a ver la magia de ThurgoodMedia, el estudio de animación y efectos visuales que está revolucionando Antigua Guatemala! Este talentoso grupo de artistas, diseñadores y magos tecnológicos está dedicado a hacer realidad las visiones más locas, divertidas y maravillosas en la pantalla grande (o pequeña). Ya sea para un comercial, un cortometraje o una película completa, ThurgoodMedia siempre ofrece resultados nada cortos de sensacionales. Entonces, si estás en busca de un trabajo que le añada un toque de humor y un poco de sabor a tu vida, no busques más que ThurgoodMedia.
En este momento no ofrecemos programas de capacitación, por lo que si estás comenzando, quizás debas estudiar un poco más (o practicar con software de animación). Pero si eres un experto con experiencia y un reel para demostrarlo, ¡tienes suerte! Siempre estamos buscando animadores y artistas de efectos visuales talentosos para unirse a nuestro equipo y hacer magia. ¡Así que afila tus habilidades, recoge tu mejor trabajo y prepárate para mostrarnos lo que tienes!