Toronto Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Company Description

Mikros Animation is a global CGI animation studio located in Paris, Montreal, Los Angeles, Bangalore and London, dedicated to feature films and episodic content. Since its inception, Mikros Animation has always put creativity and CG artistry at the heart of its animation and production activities, allowing our artists to work across a great variety of stories with a high level of stylized craft. So far, Mikros Animation has contributed to ten released feature animations and to numerous high-quality animated series, for the world’s best-known animation studios, either as creative studio, line producer or executive producer.

At Mikros Animation, we believe great animation is about making real connections with real people. By partnering with filmmakers to unite their creative visions, with our industry-leading craftsmanship and artistry, we create characters that connect with audiences on an authentic and emotional level to bring powerful stories to life.

Job Description

In collaboration with the Head of Production and the Line Producer, the Executive Producer is involved from the very beginning of the project, often as early as pre-production. He takes part in the prospection of new projects thanks to a great knowledge of the actors in the industry, the Studios and the films in preparation.

He’s usually the first point of contact of the client as he’s bidding new projects. He does the sales pitch and presents Mikros Animation. He puts together a global schedule that goes with the first bid as well. Based on the first calls, he refines the bid and the strategy (split of the work across multiple locations for example) with the Global Head of Productions.

During the pre-production phase, he reads the scripts, analyzes the complexity of the film and quickly draws up an initial estimate. He leads the commercial discussion with the client and refines his estimate as the brief becomes clearer. He also drafts an initial global schedule very early on in order to assess the feasibility of the project. He is the main contact with the client during this phase.

Once the project is awarded, he remains the key contact for the Studio. He’s part of the any high level meeting to discuss the strategy, budget, artistic direction of the project, recruitment, schedule, quotas, …

During the production phase, he works closely with the Line Producer to establish a consistent overall schedule and present it to the client (order of sequences, quotas, milestones, start and end dates of the departments…). He discusses the quotas and targets with the creative team on a weekly basis.

The EP needs to see the big picture and does not have to go in all the reviews, but he has a very strong understanding of all the steps of the fabrication of a CG animated movie.

His collaboration with the Line Producer allows to present a robust and consistent team to the client, and to solve problems when they appear and communicate solutions to the client. He must keep an overview of the project in order to anticipate problems.

The EP is deeply involved with the recruitment of the key talents (VFX Sups, CG Sups, Animation Director, Art Director, …), and reports to the Client when they have a say on these positions.

He’s establishing the critical assumptions document with the Line Producer and drafting the cash flow schedule with the Finance team.

The EP will work on the cost report every month and present it to the Studio. Producing and discussing Change Orders with the client when necessary is also part of his tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prospecting for new projects / clients
• First point of contact with the client for new projects under study
• Drafting of quotes based on the scenario, breakdown or animatic. Discussion with the client to understand the specifics of the film
• Financial discussion with the client to explain the logic of the quote and refine the financial quotation accordingly
• Creation of a master schedule based on this quote and discussion with the Head of Production to assess the feasibility of the project
• Provide weekly and monthly progress reports on the work in progress and the remaining work to be produced
• Create a detailed short to medium term plan for supervisors and artists
• Ensure that the team is aware of and operating to meet the objectives and delivery dates of sequences, R&D projects, etc.
• Work closely with the Supervisors to ensure that the schedule and quality of the project are met
• In collaboration with the studio teams and operations management, plan the material resources of the studio.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in production management of animated feature film
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and communication skills
• Experience in team management, negotiation and project management
• Fluent English
• Knowledge of Excel and project management tools

Additional Information

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If you require assistance applying, please reach out to [email protected] and we’ll be happy to assist.

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Mikros Animation

Company Description

Ubisoft Toronto Inc.

224 Wallace Avenue. M6H 1V7

Toronto, Ontario

www.toronto.ubisoft.com

Location of position: Toronto, Ontario

Our Mission

Ubisoft’s 19,000 team members, working across more than 40 locations worldwide, are bound by a shared mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their dedication and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come. Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are vital in creating worlds where players and teams can thrive and express themselves. If you are excited about solving game-changing challenges, cutting-edge technologies, and pushing the boundaries of entertainment, we invite you to join our journey and help us create the unknown.

Our Studio

Ubisoft Toronto is one of the most significant development studios within Ubisoft, employing talented developers worldwide. We create worlds and tell stories that grip you, inspire you and challenge you. Since opening in 2010, we have shipped innovative game projects on Ubisoft’s most prominent brands: Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, For Honor and Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell.

We recently launched Far Cry 6, the most ambitious Far Cry game to date, featuring the talented Giancarlo Esposito as Anton Castillo. Our studio has also led the development of the newest game in the Watch Dogs franchise – Watch Dogs: Legion (2020), a stand out for its tech and design work, play as anyone gameplay in an open world, and rich and detailed rendition of a future London. Starlink: Battle for Atlas (2018) was Ubisoft Toronto’s first new IP, which seamlessly blended physical and digital gameplay. Splinter Cell Blacklist was the first title released by Ubisoft Toronto in 2013. We have an exciting roadmap of projects for the future and can’t wait to share more details.

Are you looking to work with enthusiastic experts who are tackling industry-changing challenges in entertainment and beyond? At Ubisoft Toronto, we constantly strive to get better, be better and do better – embracing innovative ideas, exploring new technologies, and working together courageously and collaboratively.

Job Description

On being an Associate Art Director at Ubisoft Toronto:

As an Associate Art Director at Ubisoft Toronto, you will be working together with the team at Massive Entertainment to create a new story-driven open-world video game set in the Star Wars galaxy. Our goal is to create a game and a story that bring both new and lifelong fans on an immersive and outstanding journey, which will stay with them for years to come.

You will be at the helm of the creation of a rich, captivating, meaningful world players will immerse themselves in. You are fundamental to a game’s development: a member of the core team, the connection between the creative vision and the artists, the voice of the art team, and a brand ambassador.

You’re the art director in charge of setting the visual style for the game and working with concept artists, 3D Artists, and technical teams to achieve your vision. You will partner with marketing and brand management teams to put together guidelines for communicating your artistic vision in promotional material.

Type of Position: Permanent, full-time.

What you’ll do:

• Work with the creative director, producer and core creative team to define the vision of a game;
• Work with the technical teams to push the technical constraints within the artistic vision;
• Partner with lead artists to develop the artistic tone (set the ambiance; explore locations, key moments, emotional contrasts, characters, etc.);
• Create the visual style guide of a game (put together mood boards, references, and descriptions);
• Coordinate and oversee the art team throughout production;
• Find balance between artistic aspects and technical constraints;
• Provide leadership and constructive feedback to achieve quality;
• Collaborate with members of interdependent teams in all stages of development;
• Participate in recruitment to build the artistic team & foster their growth.

Qualifications

What you bring:

• Relevant experience on a game team;
• Shipped titles in a relevant role;
• 2+ years leadership experience;
• Knowledge of Photoshop and 3D software (e.g. 3DS Max);
• Understanding of art fundamentals and artistic culture;
• Be curious and sensible about new technologies and evolution within the game industry;
• A highly creative, collaborative, and empathetic spirit;
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, communication, interpersonal, presentation, and mentorship skills;
• Ability to accept feedback and adapt to it.

What to send our way:

• Your CV, highlighting your education, experience, skills, and any games shipped
• A portfolio of your best work (provide a link to your personal website or online portfolio)

Additional Information

We Offer:

• A hybrid, flexible work model
• Six weeks of vacation
• An enhanced parental leave program
• Comprehensive Total Rewards Package:
• Disability Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Extended medical insurance
• (Optional) RRSP contribution
• Relocation Assistance
• Bonus (If Applicable)

Life at Ubisoft

At Ubisoft Toronto, we look for people who are excited to create the future of games in one of the most diverse cities in the world. We believe that embracing our individuality helps us build stronger creative teams and develop better games for all players.

When you’re a member of our team, your professional development is a priority. You’ll have opportunities to be challenged, learn and grow in your role. Pushing the boundaries of what’s possible within game development while working with Ubisoft’s most powerful technologies – from game engines to performance capture and more. Annual performance reviews and salary increases will help you further your career and grow with our studio. We also offer hybrid remote work options, six weeks of vacation for all employees, an enhanced parental leave program, a comprehensive health benefits package, generous RRSP matching, industry education support, training and career development.

We celebrate the big and small moments together – with virtual events, get togethers, giveaways and more. In addition to our “right to disconnect” philosophy, the studio offers a variety of health and wellness initiatives including yoga, an on-site gym, flexible work hours, and other programs to create a better, sustainable work environment for our teams.

We encourage you to read our Code of Conduct prior to applying. It is our collective responsibility at Ubisoft Toronto to maintain a respectful and inclusive work environment, and be the best possible place to work and grow. Knowing and respecting our Code of Conduct’s principles and guidelines is key to achieving that goal.

Join Us!

At Ubisoft Toronto, we believe diversity is our studio’s biggest strength. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of our players and community, celebrates the individuality of our team members and embodies our core values – trust, integrity, excellence and care.

We encourage applications from First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Accommodations are available upon request.

Skills and competencies show up in different forms and can be based on different kinds of experiences. That’s why we strongly encourage you to apply even though you may not have all the requirements listed above.

If this sounds like your kind of studio, what are you waiting for?

We thank you for your interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies please.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Ubisoft Toronto

Headquartered in Montreal, Reflector, a company of the Bandai Namco group, is a new breed of studio working with top talents to create high-quality, compelling content for global audiences. By employing a true transmedia approach, where content is built outwards from fully fleshed “Storyworlds”, the company is able to tell richer, deeper stories that connect with fans everywhere.

Summary

The Associate Producer assists the Producer in the delivery of the project. He/she works closely with other department leads to ensure that the production runs smoothly, meets deadlines, and stays within budget. Throughout production, he/she monitors schedules and budgets, and prepares reports for the producer for the area he/she is in charge of.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain project pipeline application;
• Participate in defining the project deliverables and risks;
• Collaborate with partner studios to share technology and best practices;
• Lead all phases of a project, from initiation through closing;
• Facilitate organizational change, perform business process analysis and process improvement activities, and drive requirements management;
• Define and manage risk analyses and of the associated action plans (cots, deadlines, quality);
• Determine the resources required to ensure project success and secure their participation, mobilize and maximize production process and productivity;
• Drive the progress of project work and communicate statuses to project stakeholders on a regular basis, ensuring excellent collaboration between project collaborators;
• Coordinate communications between the different teams inside the project;
• Ensure transparency and high quality in all forms of project communication (written, verbal);
• Address difficult team situations (conflicts, communication issues, etc.) and take the actions necessary to resolve them.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience as project manager in the game industry;
• Shipped at least 1 game as a project manager, preferably on a ‘AAA’ console title;
• A thorough understanding of AAA games pipelines and the processes involved from the conceptual phase to implementation;
• High degree of self-motivation and initiative;
• Well-organised and maintains high standards even under pressure;
• Logical thinker and solutions-driven;
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, autonomy, and ownership of your projects;
• Waterfall and Agile software development practices;
• Managing production pipelines ensuring successful product delivery;
• Production pipeline tools, such as Jira;
• Good team player and leader;
• Ability to adapt to change;

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Établi à Montréal, Reflector, une compagnie du groupe Bandai Namco, est un studio de divertissement œuvrant avec les meilleurs talents et produisant du contenu engageant pour des publics du monde entier. À l’aide d’une approche transmédia focalisant d’abord sur la création d’univers narratifs, l’entreprise arrive à créer des propriétés originales engageantes qui interpellent les adeptes sur de multiples plateformes.

Sommaire

Le producteur.trice associé.e assiste le producteur dans la réalisation du projet. Il/elle travaille en étroite collaboration avec les responsables des différents départements afin de garantir le bon déroulement de la production, le respect des délais et du budget. Tout au long de la production, il/elle surveille les horaires et les budgets et prépare des rapports pour le producteur en ce qui concerne les départements dont il/elle est responsable.

Responsabilités

• Définir et maintenir le bon déroulement du pipeline du projet;
• Participer à la définition des livrables et des risques du projet;
• Collaborer avec les studios partenaires pour partager la technologie et les meilleures pratiques;
• Diriger toutes les phases d’un projet, du début à la fin;
• Faciliter les changements organisationnels, compléter des analyses des processus d’affaires et des activités d’amélioration des processus et gestion des besoins;
• Définir et gérer les analyses de risques et les plans d’actions reliés (coûts, échéanciers, qualité);
• Déterminer les ressources nécessaires pour assurer la réussite du projet et assurer la participation, mobilisation et optimisation des processus de production et de productivité;
• Diriger l’avancement de travaux du projet et communiquer régulièrement les statuts de l’avancement aux parties prenantes, en assurant une excellente collaboration entre les acteurs du projet;
• Coordonner les communications entre les différentes équipes du projet;
• Assurer la transparence et la qualité dans toutes les formes de communication du projet (écrite et verbale);
• Adresser les situations difficiles d’équipe (conflit, problèmes de communication, etc.) et prendre les mesures nécessaires pour les résoudre.

Exigences

• Au moins six (6) années d’expérience pertinente en tant que gestionnaire de projet dans l’industrie du jeu;
• Avoir livré au moins un jeu en tant que gestionnaire de projet, de préférence sur un titre de console ‘AAA’;
• Compréhension approfondie des pipelines de jeux AAA et des processus impliqués, de la phase conceptuelle à la mise en œuvre;
• Haut degré de motivation personnelle et d’initiative;
• Excellente organisation et maintien des normes élevées, même sous pression;
• Penseur logique et axé sur les solutions;
• Capacité à faire preuve d’initiative, d’autonomie et d’appropriation des projets;
• Connaissance des logiciels Waterfall et Agile;
• Gestion des pipelines de production pour assurer une livraison réussie du produit;
• Maîtrise d’outils de production du pipeline, tels que Jira;
• Bon joueur d’équipe et leader;
• Capacité d’adaptation au changement;

Reflector Entertainment

Company Description

Isobar is a creative experience agency that specializes in innovative design and emerging technologies. The mantra “Invent – Make – Change” defines our culture and guides our daily pursuit of creating meaningful work for our clients. A team of imaginative individuals under the dentsu umbrella, we partner with marketing, media, data and design agencies in the network to change the way everyday people interact with global brands.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where all people can thrive. That means championing diversity and celebrating our differences as strengths through empowered teams, resulting in a positive impact on our clients and the world at large. We engage with our communities to demand equity and are committed to a digital society that serves all for good. And we’re just getting started.

Job Description

As an Art Director, you’ll work with the creative team, as well as client services and project management to bring a high level of art & design craft to projects and come up with high quality solutions for our clients – for a variety of media channels.

Job Description

• Responsible for creative development including ideation, visualization, presentation and execution of the creative product
• Comfortable conceiving ideas and crafting copy for a variety of formats including broadcast/OLV, digital experiences, social, XM/activations, VR/AR, etc.
• An understanding of how to ignite campaigns and experiences through the use of tech
• Liaise on a daily basis with internal teams (senior creative, account services, strategy, media, and project management)
• Communicate creative concepts and design to internal team and client, ensure the concepts deliver on strategy and the creative brief’s objectives
• Work closely with the team to develop the highest caliber of creative product, lead creative oversight of the final execution
• Knowledge of interface design, typography, layout and web formats
• Expert knowledge of software packages including Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
• Work on multiple projects at once, in various team combinations, occasionally with 3d party vendors such as photographers, illustrators, directors, UX/dev teams, etc.
• As a part of creative team’s responsibility, demonstrate and foster innovation culture within dentsu

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a similar role
• Experience developing marketing specifically for South Asian-Canadian and Chinese-Canadian audiences preferred but not mandatory
• Experience in creative ideation to execution for cultural awareness and diversity
• Bachelor degree or college diploma in Art/ Design or related
• Strong conceptual ability – experience working on advertising campaigns
• Ability to transform creativity and passion for ideas and technology into tangible solutions rooted in strategy
• Strong design craftsmanship – experience working in and variety of media
• Must be a team player with a knack for collaboration
• Strong communication skills and comfortable with presenting to groups

Additional Information

We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds foster a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better business results. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the clients we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

We are committed to working with our candidates from all ability levels throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [email protected] or to begin a conversation about your individual accessibility needs throughout the hiring process.

dentsu international

Position: Creative Director

Location: Other Areas

Starts: October / November

Duration: Full-Time

Status: Full-Time

Rate: Up to $130,000

Our agency client is looking for a Creative Director to join their team to work on primarily a large technology client. This role is a hybrid position located in Mississauga.

What you’ll be doing as a Creative Director:

• This will be a Leadership role overseeing a growing team of 6 that is looking to expand and helping lead new business.
• Working with the design team and Senior Management to develop and pitch strategy and creative vision
• Collaborate with the Creative team to develop talent across all creative disciplines
• Engage directly with the Account Services team to evolve and grow business within our core client portfolio
• Direct, steer or contribute to the development of client presentations and other important communication ensuring that it is clear, compelling and persuasive

Skills needed as a Creative Director:

• 8+ years of Copy-side/ideation experience
• 5+ years in a Senior Management Role
• Experience presenting to clients and drafting up pitches for 360 degree campaigns
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, projecting yourself confidently to explain ideas to client and internal teams

If this sounds like you we’d love to hear from you.

#IND123

Submit resume (and samples if applicable) to: [email protected]

Creative Circle

BlueMoon Productions is looking for a Creative Producer with high level corporate experience. With over 25 years of experience in Corporate Video Production, you’ll be working with high profile corporate clients from a wide array of industries. We are looking for someone who thrives on variety, provides excellent customer service, and loves to collaborate with the team to solve a number of creative problems.

Responsibilities and skills include:

– Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and French

– Experience interviewing subjects on a variety of topics

– Solid knowledge of the pre-production, production, and post-production process, including budgeting, scheduling, asset management, and workflow

– Experience working directly with clients to execute their creative visions

– Experience working on set

– Strong project management skills

– Possible work may be needed beyond regular work hours

– Knowledge of Adobe Suite to be able to assist in basic editing

So if you’re someone who values collaboration, innovation, creativity, and a work ethic where “good enough” is never good enough, this may be the perfect fit for you!

 If you currently live in the GTA, send us your resume, reel, and a quick introduction at [email protected]. We’d love to hear from you.

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Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

BlueMoon Productions

Art Director

Oh, hello there. We’re looking for an art director who’s ready to join our team of self-starters. Someone who cares intensely about the work they create, but also about the relationships they build. We’re looking for someone to be a positive force for good in their attitude and impact. If that describes you, we hope you’ll keep reading.

When it comes to your career, you’re driven by a thirst for great ideas. Ideas that get noticed and recognized, but also ones that solve business problems for our clients. You are fanatical about getting the details correct. Having that logo even one pixel too far to the left isn’t acceptable. You’re also a fantastic collaborator, a true team player who craves input from your coworkers in order to make the work as good as it can be. For you, what’s right is right. 

Above all, we’re looking for a great human being who looks at art and design more as a passion than as a career. I mean, we’ll still pay you, of course – but you get the idea.

There’s that word again. Ideas. Let’s start creating some, shall we? 

Perks include: Volunteer days, bonus summer long weekend ½ days, winter holiday, flexible work hours, WFH or hybrid model, seasonal health & wellness program, plus other rewards & recognition opportunities.

How you will make an impact:

• Generate recognized, award-winning work
• Develop brand campaign ideas and creative platforms
• Manage creative productions: Lead and provide oversight on video, digital and broadcast production
• Help guide creative strategy
• Foster a positive and creative agency culture
• Mentor / coach junior staff
• Influence agency culture and team morale, and recognize your responsibility to inspire team members to maintain a positive and productive culture 
• Build and manage client relationships and participate in new business development

What you will need to succeed:

• A university or college degree or at least 5 years of experience
• A curious mind, always looking to learn and grow
• A passion for Art Direction as a craft: You can convey a concise vision, and your attention to design details is impeccable
• Experience working with a writer partner to lead creative work for a team
• Experience working within social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and SnapChat
• Experience designing for web, including campaign landing pages and websites
• Incredible communication skills: You work harmoniously with your creative partner and your greater team. You present your concepts with passion and conviction
• Software requirements: Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and XD); After Effects experience is a plus 

Nice to haves:

• Experience creating sitemaps and wireframes for websites
• An understanding of the UX process
• A passion for the latest web design trends

Jan Kelley is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. As an organization, we are focusing our efforts to ensure that we recognize the unique needs and diverse talents that drive our business forward.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Seniority Level

• Mid-Level

Industry

• Marketing and Advertising

Job Function

• Art Direction

Jan Kelley

A leading global advertising agency is looking for a Creative Director to join their team, the ideal candidate is a passionate creative who enjoys working in a data driven environment and can engage with multi-discipline teams to deliver engaging content experiences.

The role is HYBRID – 3 days in office 2 day WFH (non negotiable)

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and development of all creative campaigns ensuring a consistent brand across channels
• Develop strategic creative vision in collaboration with Leadership and Strategy.
• Develop the talents of a team of creatives by inspiring and mentoring them.
• Develop talent across all creative disciplines in collaboration with the Creative team.
• Work directly with the Account Services team to grow business within our core client portfolio.
• Communication processes with cross-disciplinary teams should be established and maintained.
• Assist in the planning, writing, estimation, and pitching of RFPs.
• Contribute to the development of clear, compelling and persuasive client presentations and other important communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• 10+ years experience with creative content – digital and traditional.
• 5 years in a management role
• Copywriting
• Current portfolio to be submitted with your application

Salt

Please apply if you are in British Columbia or if you are open to moving to British Columbia. Please note that only candidates in Canada will be considered for this role.

This is an exciting opportunity with a famous sports company that is managing well-known brands in Vancouver.

What you will do and how you will make an impact …

In this role, you will create new design and branding strategies for various sports brands. You will be responsible for big-picture strategy and creative vision, and your ideas will impact everything from graphics to partnership pitches. You will develop and implement brand standards, and work closely with graphic designers and senior leaders to do so.

Why we are excited about you …

[-] You are passionate about sports / have a sports marketing background

[-] You have previous experience creating design & branding strategies for a large organization

[-] You have experience creating designs for a mix of mediums, from print to social media

[-] You work well in a fast-paced environment and have experience working with multiple brands at a time

Requirements …

[-] Previous graphic design / art direction experience

Does this sound like it was written for you? Excellent! Please apply and let’s explore this together.

The interview process …

A bit about myself – my name is Tanvi Krishna, and I am a recruitment consultant based in Vancouver, BC. I am constantly working on IT and creative roles, and I am always looking to meet new people.

If you’re interested in pursuing this role, please contact me for an initial discussion. This is a chance for us to discuss the job requirements in greater detail, as well as your career goals and preferences for your next position. We can also discuss other opportunities which may fit what you’re looking for.

Please feel free to reach out and find me on LinkedIn by searching my name: Tanvi Krishna

Compensation & benefits …

This is a full-time position that includes a competitive base salary, bonus program, RRSP matching, extended health and dental benefits, and paid vacation.

[-] Preference will be given to candidates who are currently in Canada with proper working permission to work in Canada

[-] No relocation or VISA sponsorship support will be offered for this role

Robert Half

We are excited to be hiring a People & Culture Coordinator to join our team! 

Founded in 2016, Search + Gather (S+G) is a passionate digital marketing agency that specializes in helping startups, scale-ups, SMBs and enterprise businesses grow. We don’t stop until our clients get the results they came for by utilizing our years of expertise to get them there. We take pride in our work, having assisted many of our clients in achieving their funding goals and even helping many of them towards acquisition.

People are at the heart of what S+G stands for. Being able to fulfill our client requests starts with our amazing team. S+G works with all team members to elevate their knowledge and produce growth plans with transparency and realistic goals. As we continue to scale, we want to utilize your skills and see you grow in new areas with a commitment to helping you achieve your career goals.

For the People & Culture Coordinator role at S+G, we are looking for someone with 1+ years of experience and knowledge in digital recruitment, HR practices, social media, community building and strong communication. This is an exciting career opportunity to get involved in a wide variety of Human Resources projects that support a small, tight-knit team. We are looking for someone who is up for the challenges and opportunities that come with working for a growing scaleup.

Daily Responsibilities: 

Below is a summary of the daily responsibilities you can expect as a People & Culture Coordinator at S+G. Please note this list is not exhaustive and may include other duties as required.

Culture & Engagement

• Lead and facilitate team wide calls fostering development of professional working relationships.
• Partner with team members to develop and coordinate social events that are engaging and fun.
• Create and update employee engagement surveys, key takeaways, and presentations.
• Maintenance and updates to the People & Culture (Employee) Handbook and relevant policies.
• Continue to build synergy through planning and implementing initiatives for birthdays, work anniversaries and other major milestones.
• Collaborate with the design and social team to develop social media content for Instagram/Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedIn with the internal team to elevate and showcase S+G’s employer brand.

Employee LifeCycle Management

• Support the project management of initiatives throughout an employee’s lifecycle including hiring, onboarding, learning and development, performance improvement plans, transitions, and exits.
• Connect with team members through bi-monthly 1:1 check-ins to provide continued support.
• Participate in discussions with management and/or employees around potential concerns or requests as required.
• Management of the benefits portal and probation completion milestone presentations to share information on other perks of full-time employment with S+G.
• Manage and troubleshoot any internal team inquiries or requests.
• Draft and release any employment verification letters, salary increase letters, or alternative employment documentation

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Conducting intake meetings with Co-Founders and Directors to design and update job descriptions.
• Support recruitment initiatives to continuously source and attract the right candidates through a variety of methods (social media, outreach, job boards, partnerships, events).
• Screen candidates through live video calls to understand their skills, experiences, and career alignment with any open roles.
• Provide detailed notes and learnings about candidates within an applicant tracking system to create a constant feedback loop to both hiring managers and candidates.
• Schedule interviews and project manage all recruitment activities and updates for the team.
• Prepare employment agreements for successful candidates.
• Ensure smooth execution of the onboarding process for new hires through coordinating with direct reports and the training team.

What We’re Looking For: 

• 1+ years of experience in the field of Human Resources (e.g., previous role of HR Coordinator or  Recruitment Coordinator)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to foster excitement and engagement, both internally and candidate facing.
• A continuous drive to participate in or take lead on projects to improve processes and experiences for the S+G team.
• Strong leadership qualities and presentation skills, with confidence to bring new ideas to the table.
• Knowledge of best practices in-line with requirements of the ESA and OHSA.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to proactively lead multiple projects simultaneously.
• Comfortability with ambiguity and taking problem solving initiative.
• Critical thinking skills with an analytical mindset and keen attention to detail.
• An outgoing and approachable personality with a drive for providing exceptional support for our team and potential candidates.

It’s a bonus if you have experience in…

• Working at a startup or in a small HR team.
• Sourcing candidates through outreach (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter).
• Benefits and/or Payroll Administration.
• Acting as a business partner in supporting an organization with various employee matters (performance management, policy development, training programs, documentation).
• Experience recruiting in the marketing, startup, and/or tech fields (reviewing resumes, interviewing/screening candidates, scheduling team interviews, candidate communications and management).

Our Work Culture & Perks:

• Remote first work environment, with an office downtown Toronto for flexible collaboration days.
• Comprehensive colleague benefits including life, health and dental.
• The opportunity to grow quickly in your role and within the company.
• Eligibility to participate in team profit sharing, (based on performance).
• A strong emphasis on balancing productivity, collaboration, and FUN!
• 3 weeks of paid vacation, additional time off during major holidays, and summer/fall hours (half days every other Friday from June-November).
• Professional development and yearly educational allowance (online courses, mentorship, learning sessions).
• Fun monthly socials, both virtual and in-person.
• Team meals and drinks on collaboration days.
• Learn more about our team through Instagram @SearchGather

Schedule: Full time

Compensation: $55,000 – $65,000 annually, (dependent on experience)

Location: Downtown Toronto, ON (Remote or Hybrid)

At S+G we pride ourselves on inclusivity and working collaboratively with each of our clients and every member of our team. Having a diverse team with various backgrounds empowers us to share unique ideas to build strategies that guide our business. We present our clients with out-of-the-box approaches, while ensuring that we’re accountable and transparent with our results at every level. If you require any accommodations throughout the recruitment process please let us know.

Sound like the place for you? Join us in our journey as we continue to grow!

We appreciate and thank all applicants for taking the time to apply, however only those selected will be contacted to move forward.

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