CG Character Designer

Jam Filled is starting up a CG project and is looking for a talented Character Designer to join our team!

This is a full time position (40 hours per week) starting in November 2026 and scheduled to go until March 2027. We are open to working with artists located in Ontario or British Columbia.

You’ll get to:

Create visual direction for characters as assigned for use by various departments within the pipeline

Gather suitable reference material from various sources

Create dynamic, original and appealing designs in line with the quality and style of the Production

Revise work as per Director, Art Director or Supervisor feedback

Provide creative input where appropriate

Troubleshoot creative and technical issues as they arise

This will be your JAM if you have:

3+ years of Design experience, preferably within a feature or series animation production environment

3D/CG Design experience is required – Designers do not require experience in 3D/CG software, but should have an understanding of how shapes will translate in a 3D space

Completed post-secondary education in classical animation, concept design, art fundamentals, or other relevant area of study

Strong drawing skills with the ability to produce visually appealing artwork

Strong sense of shape language and appeal with the ability to ideate variations of a character from script

Ability to pose the characters in dynamic ways that highlight story moments

Ability to translate design into production-friendly sheets such as mouth charts, expression sheets, etc.

Advanced working knowledge and experience in Photoshop

Good understanding of the possibilities and limitations of 3D/CG animation

Ability to adapt working style to varying budget and schedule parameters

High level of creativity, with the ability to perform to standard under tight deadlines

Knowledge in Colour and rendering is a plus.

Ability to handle feedback and constructive criticism well

What’s in it for you?

Competitive remuneration

Accessible studio locations, close to public transportation

Various activities, team-building events and parties

Flexible work hours

Focus on work/life balance

Jam Filled is committed to hiring and supporting diverse candidates. We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as being part of an under-represented and equity-deserving group. This would include people who identify as racialized, Black, Indigenous, women, LGBTQ2SI+, and having a disability among others. We also recognize the importance of intersectional identities in our hiring and retention.

The salary range provided is based on a weekly rate, for a full-time (40-hour per week) position. This range is non-inclusive of Jam Filled's vacation days, benefits package, personal leave or other components that the position may be eligible for. Exact pay will vary based on a wide range of compensation factors including (but not limited to) each individual's job-related skills, knowledge and experience; the expectations and responsibilities of the role; consideration of internal equity and the current needs of the business.

Jam Filled pay range

$1,100 — $1,600 CAD