Production Designer, Sci-Fi Web Series (Toronto)

BlockReel; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 129,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

BlockReel in Toronto is seeking a Production Designer for a sci-fi web series, with approximately 3 weeks of work including prep and shoot days, and some remote prep.

Collaborate with the director to shape the visual style, design and source set pieces, props and costumes, and manage the art department budget. Compensation is $2000-3000 per week, depending on experience; apply by November 13, 2026.

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating visual storytelling and design skills.
• Experience in production design or art department work is helpful.
• Ability to design and source set pieces, props and costumes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the director on the visual style.
• Design and source set pieces, props and costumes.
• Manage the art department budget.

Skills

Portfolio

Set design

Prop sourcing

Costume design

Budget management

Collaboration with director

Job description

Production Designer, Sci-Fi Web Series (Toronto)

We're shooting an independent sci-fi web series in Toronto, ON, with principal photography scheduled for December 2026. This is a thrilling, character-driven story with a grounded, gritty aesthetic, exploring themes of memory and identity in a near-future setting. We're looking for a talented Production Designer to join our team for approximately 3 weeks of work, encompassing prep and shoot days, with flexibility for some remote prep. This is a great opportunity to bring a unique vision to life on a compelling project. Key responsibilities include collaborating with the director on the visual style, designing and sourcing set pieces, props, and costumes, and managing the art department budget. We're open to all experience levels, from emerging artists to seasoned professionals, as long as you have a strong portfolio that demonstrates your creative vision and practical skills. Please be prepared to provide examples of your previous work (a reel or portfolio website is ideal). We'll provide a comfortable set environment, catering on shoot days, and all necessary materials for your designs. The compensation for this role is $2000-3000/week, depending on experience. We're aiming to fill this position soon, so please send your application by November 13, 2026.

Budget Range

$2000-3000/week