Job description

About Atomic Cartoons

Atomic Cartoons, a Blue Ant Studios company, is a renowned animation studio with locations in Vancouver, Ottawa, and Los Angeles. Known for its artist-centric culture, Atomic creates high-quality animated content across various genres including preschool, comedy, action-adventure, adult, and commercial. The studio has produced acclaimed works such as LEGO, Star Wars, My Little Pony, CoComelon adaptations, and original series like The Last Kids on Earth and Rocket Saves the Day. Atomic is B Corp certified and a BC Benefit Company.

Role Overview

We are seeking mid-level or junior CG Modeling artists with prior industry experience to contribute to new CG projects. The role requires creativity, technical skill, and a collaborative mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Develop show-style 3D models from scratch that comply with both technical and artistic project specifications.
Manage workload efficiently to meet production deadlines with minimal supervision.
Demonstrate initiative, teamwork, and enthusiasm in a creative environment.
Accept and integrate supervisory and directorial feedback promptly and effectively.
Collaborate closely with Look Development Artists to ensure models integrate seamlessly within both Look Development and Modeling workflows.
Work alongside fellow artists to ensure accurate technical and artistic implementation of developed assets.
Coordinate with Riggers to guarantee character models function properly within the Rigging pipeline.
Communicate proactively with supervisors about production challenges and propose creative resolutions.

Required Qualifications

Strong proficiency in Maya, Zbrush, and/or Mudbox software.
Demonstrated ability to create intricate and precise models from 2D references or scan data.
Thorough understanding of clean edge flow for organic and hard-surface modeling, with foundational knowledge of environment modeling.
Background in visual arts or design, with solid grasp of form, geometry, and motion.
Exceptional visual acuity and meticulous attention to detail.
Consistently maintain productivity levels while delivering quality work within deadlines.
Experience in Animation or Visual Effects industries is advantageous.
Additional skills in texturing, shading, rendering, or rigging are beneficial.
Familiarity with Linux operating systems is a plus.
Python scripting knowledge is an asset.
Experience using Shotgun software for production tracking and asset management is helpful.
Legal eligibility to work in Canada is mandatory.
Preference given to current residents of British Columbia.

Additional Information

The position commences in late July 2026.
Candidates must have been residents of British Columbia as of December 31, 2025, and must provide appropriate documentation.
Remote work is permitted within BC; employees in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland may opt for hybrid or onsite work arrangements.

Compensation and Benefits

Atomic Cartoons offers competitive pay based on factors such as skills, location, and experience. Benefits include medical coverage, Group Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP), paid vacation and holidays, paid leave, and access to various discounts and perks. The listed salary range is applicable only for BC-based roles and is expressed as a weekly rate.

Weekly pay range in Vancouver: 1000 to 1500 CAD.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Atomic Cartoons and Blue Ant Studios promote diversity and inclusivity, welcoming candidates with disabilities and underrepresented groups. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, ethnicity, origin, language, citizenship, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disabilities, or financial status. The organization strives to enhance representation and advancement of women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities by identifying and removing obstacles to full participation in the workplace.

CG Modeling Artist