Location Designer

Guru Studio; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

Health benefits

Team events

Learning opportunities

Philanthropy program

Job summary

Guru Studio is seeking a Location Designer for a new action‑comedy wrestling shorts series for kids 8‑11. You will work with the Director and Art Director to design locations, create multiple views and maps, and develop a cohesive look for the show.

You will collaborate with the design team, contribute to show evolution, and thrive in a time‑pressured environment. This role supports flexible remote work with in‑person studio time in Toronto.

Qualifications

• Excellent drawing and painting skills including perspective, interiors, architecture, landscapes.
• A solid understanding of light, shadow and colour.
• Clear understanding of location design and how designs are used in production pipelines.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop.
• Experience on a 2D production and knowledge of modeling locations and 2D layout is an asset.
• Proven ability to generate innovative concepts and ideas.

Responsibilities

• Work with Director and Art Director to design locations in the style of the show.
• Provide multiple views, maps and exploratory designs of locations.
• Create both linear and tonal/painted location designs.
• Collaborate with Art Director and design team to develop a consistent look for the show.
• Contribute substantially to the evolution of the show design.
• Demonstrate commitment to creative collaboration in a time-sensitive environment.

Skills

Location design

Drawing & painting

Perspective & interiors

Light & color

Photoshop

2D production

Creative concepts

Communication

Tools

Photoshop

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Step into the ring and join us as a Location Designer on a new action-comedy wrestling shorts series for kids 8-11 from one of the creative powerhouses behind Total Drama Island!

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.

Responsibilities:

• Work with Director and Art Director to design locations in the style of the show
• Provide multiple views, maps and exploratory designs of your locations
• Create both linear and tonal/painted location designs
• Collaborate with Art Director 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

Qualifications:

• Excellent drawing and painting skills (perspective, interiors, architecture, landscapes)
• A solid understanding of light, shadow and colour
• A thorough understanding of location design and a clear understanding of how your designs will be used through the production pipeline
• Experience working with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop is a must
• Experience on a 2D production and knowledge of modeling locations and 2D layout an asset
• Excellent creativity and demonstrated ability to generate innovative concepts and ideas
• 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
• Previous show experience a must

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 4 weeks

Expected compensation: $1,450 per week, depending on experience and role requirements

Vacancy status: This posting reflects a current vacancy that we are actively working to fill

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.