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Dream Machine FX

Animateur | Animator

Montreal, QC · On-site

Fournir tout besoin secondaire d'animation d'objets surface dure (vhicules, accessoires et autres objets de soutien), soit en tant que performance finale, soit pour assister et faciliter la ...

Dream Machine FX

Animateur | Animator

Montreal, QC

$45 - $65/hr

Fournir tout besoin secondaire d'animation d'objets a surface dure (vehicules, accessoires et autres objets de soutien), soit en tant que performance finale, soit pour assister et faciliter la ...

Sony Pictures Imageworks

Animateur / Animator

Montreal, QC

CA$30.21 - CA$38.46/hr

Les roles en animation necessitent d'interpreter et d'executer la direction creative, les notes d'animation et la retroaction des superviseurs et des realisateurs, souvent communiquees en anglais. La ...

Cloud Chamber

Senior Gameplay Animator

Montreal, QC · On-site

Create gameplay, AI, and scripted animation that matches the visual style of the game, using both keyframe and augmented mocap techniques. * Work closely with programmers and designers to support a ...

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How much do animation jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for animation in Quebec is $82,805.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,500.00 and $104,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Are animators still in demand?

Animators continue to be in demand across industries such as entertainment, advertising, and gaming, especially with the growth of digital media and online content. Strong skills in animation software like Adobe After Effects and Blender, along with a portfolio, are important for job prospects.

What are some common challenges animators face in their daily work?

Animators often deal with tight deadlines and the need to revise work multiple times to match client or director feedback, which requires patience and adaptability. The role can involve long periods of focused work at a computer, making time management and attention to ergonomic practices important. Additionally, staying updated with the latest animation techniques and software advancements is crucial for remaining competitive in the field. Collaboration with story artists, designers, and technical teams is also a major part of the job, ensuring each project is cohesive and visually appealing.

What jobs can animators get?

Animators can work in various roles such as 2D or 3D animator, character animator, visual effects artist, motion graphics designer, and storyboard artist. They often find employment in film, television, video game development, advertising, and digital media, using tools like Adobe After Effects, Maya, or Blender. Strong artistic skills, proficiency with animation software, and a portfolio are essential for these positions.

Is it hard to get hired as an animator?

Getting hired as an animator can be competitive, as it often requires a strong portfolio, proficiency in industry-standard software like Adobe Animate or Maya, and relevant education or training. Building a network and gaining experience through internships or freelance work can improve employment prospects.

What does an Animation job involve?

An Animation job involves creating moving images using computer software or traditional techniques like hand-drawing or stop-motion. Animators develop characters, backgrounds, and special effects for films, video games, advertisements, and digital media. They collaborate with writers, designers, and directors to bring stories to life. Strong artistic skills, creativity, and proficiency in animation software like Adobe Animate or Blender are essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Animation position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Animation, you need strong artistic abilities, knowledge of animation principles, and typically a degree in animation, fine arts, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Adobe After Effects, Maya, Blender, or Toon Boom Harmony is highly desirable, and certification in these can be advantageous. Creativity, attention to detail, time management, and effective collaboration skills help animators excel in team-oriented environments. These abilities are crucial for producing high-quality animations that meet client briefs and project deadlines in this fast-evolving industry.

What jobs are there for animators?

Animators can work in various roles such as 2D or 3D animator, character animator, visual effects artist, motion graphics designer, and storyboard artist. They often work in industries like film, television, video games, advertising, and web development, using tools like Adobe After Effects, Maya, or Blender. Many positions require a strong portfolio and proficiency in animation software.
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Infographic showing various Animation job openings in Quebec as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Internship, 69% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 72% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,805 per year, or $39.8 per hour.

Superviseurse d'Animation - Animation Supervisor (Feature Animation)

DNEG

Montreal, QC

Other

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

English version below :
French : Description du poste / Objectif principal :
Une Superviseurse Animation a pour role de fournir un soutien direct et etroit au/a la Directeurrice de l'Animation, aux Leads Animation et aux animateurrices. Il/elle doit egalement etre capable de superviser plusieurs Leads Animation ainsi que leurs equipes respectives.
Son travail comprend a la fois un aspect artistique et technique, incluant notamment (sans s'y limiter) : assister le/la Directeurrice de l'Animation en preproduction avec des tests d'animation et le developpement de rigs, contribuer a assurer la coherence globale du style d'animation des personnages, de leur intention et de leurs mouvements, ainsi que fournir aux Leads les retours necessaires pour maintenir cette coherence.
Il/elle agit egalement comme point de liaison entre le departement Animation et les departements Rigging, Layout, CFX et autres, afin de communiquer, mettre en uvre ou resoudre des problematiques et enjeux techniques d'envergure.
Responsabilites principales / Taches :
  • Experience approfondie en animation de haut niveau en long metrage (7 ans et plus).
  • Avoir occupe un role de Lead Animator sur au moins 3 productions de long metrage.
  • Excellentes competences en communication et en organisation.
  • Solide maitrise technique de MAYA et bonnes connaissances des autres departements.
  • Experience en planification (scheduling), estimation (bidding) et attribution des plans (casting des shots).
Responsabilites en gestion d'equipe
Responsable de :
  • Superviser directement les Leads du projet afin de leur permettre de gerer efficacement leur charge de travail et leurs responsabilites.
  • Assurer la vision creative aupres du/de la Superviseurse VFX / CG et du/de la Directeurrice de l'Animation, tout en garantissant la continuite creative sur le projet.
  • Interpreter la vision creative et fournir des directives claires a chaque artiste.
  • Fournir leadership, soutien et retours creatifs et techniques a l'equipe.
  • Gerer les statuts d'approbation des soumissions d'animation.
  • Participer aux reunions technologiques du departement et du projet.
  • Livrer les travaux du departement selon les standards de qualite requis, tout en cherchant a les ameliorer continuellement.
  • Respecter les workflows et processus du departement.
  • Se tenir a jour sur les pipelines et methodes de travail en animation.
  • Maintenir de solides connaissances en anatomie et dynamique musculaire.
  • Assurer un developpement professionnel continu.
  • Developper et maintenir la documentation du departement.
Contribue a :
  • L'amelioration continue de l'efficacite operationnelle.
  • Le developpement d'outils, technologies et workflows pour produire un travail de haute qualite efficacement.
  • La conception et l'evolution des processus standardises du departement.
  • Les workflows et processus inter-departements.
Responsabilites - Dailies
Responsable de :
  • Aider a superviser les dailies du departement Animation si necessaire, avec pour objectif le controle qualite des livrables.
  • Fournir des retours clairs et constructifs pour guider les artistes vers les objectifs et jalons du projet.
  • Valider les travaux prets a etre transferes au departement suivant.
  • Participer aux dailies du/de la Superviseurse VFX et assurer la bonne communication des retours a l'equipe.
  • Respecter les delais en gerant efficacement la productivite et la communication inter-departements.
  • Participer aux reunions de turnover et de decoupage des assets avec l'equipe de production.
  • Collaborer avec le/la Production Supervisor du departement pour assigner les ressources et equilibrer la charge de travail.
  • Collaborer avec le/la Production Supervisor et le/la Coordinateurrice pour definir et presenter les objectifs et jalons.
  • Mettre en place des points de communication reguliers (ex. : stand-up meetings).
  • Fournir des estimations de temps precises pour les plannings de production.
Responsabilites - Developpement des talents
Contribue a :
  • Encadrer (mentorer) les Leads et les animateurrices.
  • Fournir des retours detailles et constructifs pour soutenir le developpement des artistes.
  • Aider les membres de l'equipe sur les aspects creatifs et techniques en cas de difficulte.
  • Favoriser et soutenir une culture d'equipe forte.
  • Collaborer avec le/la Directeurrice de l'Animation pour accompagner les artistes dans leurs objectifs de carriere a court et long terme.
  • Identifier les talents et evaluer la performance au sein de l'equipe.
DNEG Animation :
DNEG Animation est un studio d'animation de classe mondiale qui cree des univers captivants et des personnages marquants grace a une animation de grande qualite. Notre studio est porte par la passion et le talent de nos equipes a travers le monde, et grace a elles, nous realisons actuellement une serie de projets majeurs passionnants, tels que The Angry Birds Movie 3, The Cat in the Hat et Bad Fairies.
Nous excellons dans une grande diversite de styles d'animation, allant d'adaptations complexes de romans graphiques a des films au style visuel riche et stylise. Chaque projet est guide par l'expertise de nos equipes dans l'art de l'animation, et nous sommes convaincus que chaque role contribue de maniere essentielle au succes de nos productions.
Rejoignez une equipe ou le seul style maison est la qualite, et travaillez aux cotes de certains des meilleurs talents de l'industrie pour donner vie a des personnages emblematiques et a des univers uniques. Parmi les histoires auxquelles nous avons eu l'honneur de contribuer figurent The Garfield Movie, Nimona, Under the Boardwalk, Entergalactic et Ron's Gone Wrong.
Toujours animes par la volonte de faire progresser l'art de l'animation, nous sommes actuellement en production sur plusieurs longs metrages majeurs et recherchons de nouveaux talents pour rejoindre notre equipe exceptionnelle. Si vous vous epanouissez dans un environnement collaboratif et appreciez l'energie creative qu'il genere, ensemble nous creerons des visuels spectaculaires et donnerons vie a des personnages inoubliables ainsi qu'a des mondes animes enchanteurs.
Veuillez noter que ce poste est syndique et sera couvert par une convention collective entre DNEG et l'IATSE dans les mois a venir. En tant qu'employee syndiquee, vous devrez adherer au syndicat et beneficierez des conditions prevues par la convention collective. Des cotisations syndicales seront exigees une fois celle-ci en vigueur. Fourchette salariale : 135 000 a 155 000 CAD

ENGLISH VERSION :
Job Description / Key Purpose of the Job:

An Animation Supervisor will fulfil the role of providing direct and close support to their Animation Director, Animation Leads and Animators. In addition, they are an individual who will have the ability to oversee multiple animation Leads, and their respective teams of animators.
Their work will comprise both of an artistic and technical role which includes, but is not limited to, helping their Animation Director during pre-production with animation tests and rig development, assisting the Animation Director to ensure the overall consistency of the character animation style, intention and movement as well as providing their Leads the necessary feedback to ensure these consistencies.
They will also serve as a liaison between the Animation department and Rigging, Layout, CFX and other departments in order to communicate and help to implement or resolve larger technical ideas, issues and concerns.
Key Responsibilities / Job Duties:

  • Extensive experience animating at a high level in Feature animation (7 years +).
  • Have served in a Lead Animator role over 3 feature length productions.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Strong technical knowledge of MAYA and strong fundamental knowledge of other departments.
  • Experience with scheduling, bidding and casting shots.

Team Management Responsibilities

Accountable for:
  • Directly managing any leads on the show to subsequently allow them to manage their workload and responsibilities effectively.
  • Delivering creative realisation to the VFX / CG Supervisor and Animation Director and ensuring creative continuity across a Show.
  • Interpreting the creative vision of the VFX / CG Supervisor and Animation Director and providing a clear creative brief to each artist.
  • Providing creative and technical leadership, support and feedback for the crew.
  • Managing approval statuses for Animation submissions.
  • Attending the department and the show's production technology meetings.
  • Delivering the output of the department to the required quality standards with a view to continually raising the bar.
  • Adhering to consistent department workflows and processes.
  • Staying current with Animation department pipelines and workflows.
  • Maintaining a good knowledge of anatomy and muscle dynamics.
  • Continuous self development.
  • Developing and maintaining department documentation.
Contributes to:
  • Strategies to improve operational efficiency on an ongoing basis.
  • Developing tools, technologies and workflows to deliver the highest quality work in an efficient manner.
  • Design and development of the standardised processes for work within the department.
  • Cross department workflows and processes.
Dailies Responsibilities

Accountable for:
  • Helping to run Animation department dailies if necessary with the goal being to quality control the output of the department.
  • Ensuring feedback is concise and constructive in directing Artists to reach milestones & show targets.
  • Approving work that is ready to progress to the next department.
  • Attending VFX Supe dailies and ensuring notes are communicated effectively to the crew.
  • Delivering work on schedule by efficiently managing productivity and cross department communication.
  • Participating in turnover and asset breakdown meetings alongside the show management team.
  • Collaborate with the department Prod Supe on crew assignments, ensuring work is balanced and appropriately scheduled.
  • Collaborate with the department Prod Supe and Coordinator on defining and presenting targets and milestones.
  • Implementing regular forums for communicating updates to the crew, for example, stand up meetings.
  • Providing accurate time estimations as a basis for delivery plans and schedules for shows.
Talent Development Responsibilities

Contributes to:
  • Mentorship of Leads and Animators to the best of their ability.
  • Providing accurate and detailed feedback on artists and giving timely feedback to artists to support their growth and development.
  • Assisting the team on any aspect of the work that they are struggling with, either creatively or technically.
  • Helping to create and help support a strong team culture
  • Working with the Anim Director to mentor and support the crew to allow them to reach their short and long term career goals.
  • Identifying talent and performance within the team.
DNEG Animation:
DNEG Animation is a world-class animation studio that crafts captivating worlds and compelling characters through beautiful animation. Our studio is fueled by the passion and talent of our global crew, and through them we are delivering an exciting slate of major new projects, such as The Angry Birds Movie 3, The Cat in the Hat, and Bad Fairies.
We thrive on diverse styles of animation, from complex graphic novel adaptations to beautifully stylized films. Each project is driven by our team's expertise in the craft of animation, and we believe every role plays a vital part in the success of our shows.
Join a team where the only "house style" is quality, and work alongside some of the best talent in the industry to help bring iconic characters and unique worlds to life. Stories we are honored to have contributed to include The Garfield Movie, Nimona, Under the Boardwalk, Entergalactic, and Ron's Gone Wrong.
Always striving to push the art of animation forward, we are currently in production on a number of major animated features and are looking for new talent to join our incredible team. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy the creative energy it brings, together we will create spectacular visuals and bring unforgettable characters and enchanting animated worlds to life.
Please note that this position is unionized and will be covered by a collective agreement between DNEG and IATSE in the coming months. As a unionized employee, you will be required to join the union and will benefit from the terms and conditions outlined in the collective agreement. Union dues will apply once the agreement is in place.Salary Range: $135,000 - $155,000 CAD
Employment Type: Hiring Now

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