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What is an Animator Summer job?

An Animator Summer job is a temporary or seasonal position where animators create visual content, often for entertainment, advertising, or educational purposes. These roles may involve 2D or 3D animation, storyboarding, character design, or motion graphics, depending on the company’s needs. They are commonly offered by studios, gaming companies, or marketing agencies during peak production times. This job is ideal for students, recent graduates, or professionals looking to gain experience and expand their portfolios.

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

To thrive as an Animator Summer, you should possess strong drawing skills, a solid understanding of animation principles, and ideally be pursuing or have completed a degree in animation or a related field. Experience using industry-standard animation software such as Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony, or Blender is highly advantageous. Teamwork, creativity, adaptability, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These qualities are crucial for producing engaging work on tight summer deadlines and collaborating efficiently with peers and supervisors.

What typical projects or responsibilities does an Animator Summer take on during a seasonal role?

As an Animator Summer, you may work on a variety of projects including short animation sequences, character design, background art, or storyboarding for larger productions. You'll often collaborate closely with senior animators, designers, and project managers to bring specific assignments to life within tight summer timelines. This role commonly involves participating in feedback sessions, refining work based on direction, and sometimes contributing to team meetings or creative brainstorming. The fast-paced, project-based environment offers an excellent chance to develop your technical skills and gain real-world industry experience.
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CANADA SUMMER JOBS - Camp Leader (Summer Camp Leader)

Yonge Street Mission (YSM)

Toronto, ON

CA$18/hr

Other

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Our Summer Camp Team is seeking multiple part-time temporary Camp Leaders (Summer Camp Leaders)(35 hours per week). The summer Camp Group Leader will work in child, youth and community development with children and youth living in the Regent Park, St. Jamestown, Moss Park and Cabbagetown neighbourhoods.


This 8/9-week role will run from June 22 until July 31, 2026 and August 10 - August 21,2026, with one (unpaid) week off between August 3-9, 2026 due to a break in the summer camp schedule.


Please note that this job opening is for Canada Summer Jobs applicants only, who must meet the participant requirements under the Canada Summer Jobs Agreement with the Employment and Social Development Canada as outlined:


  • between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
  • a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and;
  • have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.


Responsibilities:


  • Coordinate, plan, inspire, supervise and facilitate children and youth at day camp
  • Provide leadership for indoor / outdoor sports, 'STEAM' projects, field trips, teaching, and other organized activities over a 6-week period (plus 2-week orientation).
  • Encourage camp participants to build stronger relationships, develop leadership skills, overcome social barriers and foster recognition that they have the capacity to improve their own communities
  • Assist in fully integrating children with special needs into camp programs
  • Participate in the planning and implementing of a community event and other special events
  • Attend to other duties as required by the Summer Camp


Qualifications:


  • Minimum completion of grade 11
  • Dynamic and enthusiastic, with a passion for and knowledge of children and youth from under resourced areas with experience in a multicultural multi-faith setting
  • Previous camp facilitating experience (ie. group leader is an asset)
  • Leadership skills, communication skills and ability to motivate children and youth in a high energy environment
  • Team builders, flexible, resilient, with a teachable spirit
  • Media and Tech competency (ie. video / music editing, animation and coding) is essential
  • Creative thinking and skill to help develop and plan tech projects for children
  • Patient, positive, hardworking attitude and demonstrated recreational & artistic skills


Deadline for Application: Until filled


Targeted Start Date:June 22, 2026


Pay: $18.00 an hour

While we appreciate all responses, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Please note that this position is for an existing vacancy, and we do not use any form of artificial intelligence (AI) at any stage of the recruitment process. These stages include candidate screening and shortlisting, assessment and selection.

Date Posted: May 14, 2026

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