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Art Director + Copywriter Team needed for conceptual development of unignorable and unorthodox ideas and the flawless execution of creative deliverables. Balancing creative thinking with interpersonal skills, this team will demonstrate an ability to justify concepts to both the client and the project team. They ensure their projects are smart, kickass and beautifully crafted.
What you will do…
- Regularly attend and participate fully in briefs, product group meetings and client presentations; attend client briefs and research as needed
- Present creative work and creative rationales to product group and then to client for discussion and approval; compellingly and with an authoritative manner, building a positive working relationship with client contacts
- Create persuasive art and copy that engages the target audience and follows the brand’s tone of voice.
- Execute creative using new and modern perspectives along with reliable production methods while keeping the client’s existing graphic look, brand image, and goals in mind.
- Partner with Production to ensure the development of formats that achieve the strategic objectives outlined in the brief and maximize the use of the production budget
- Manage multiple projects in a timely and efficient manner.
- Maintain quality and budget control throughout all aspects of the art, file prep and/or broadcast production process in conjunction with Production and Studio
- Championing the client’s cause while balancing it with McCann’s objectives
- Contribute to building a positive agency culture, building positive working relationships with other departments and clients
Who you will be…
- Must be a team player.
- 3+ years of experience as Art Director or Copywriter
- Knowledge and experience in performing on a variety of consumer, industrial, corporate and institutional communication assignments, across multiple mediums.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Proactive self-starter
- Proven experience developing progressive digital, direct and social projects
- Demonstrated ability to develop concepts relevant to the client’s objectives, and distinct in their presentation.
The Company
McCann Worldgroup Canada is committed to a diverse workforce as an Employment Equity employer (Women, People with Disabilities, Aboriginal Peoples, and Visible Minorities) and aims to maintain an inclusive and equitable workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require an accommodation, we would be happy to work with you to meet your needs.
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Job Description
An independent sci-fi thriller proof-of-concept series is seeking passionate crew members to join a collaborative filmmaking team. The project follows a group of escaped experimental subjects uncovering connections between a covert government program and emerging wartime escalation protocols.
The production focuses on psychological tension, cinematic realism, survival storytelling, and natural-environment filmmaking. Multiple crew positions are available for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience while contributing to a festival-focused independent production.
Job Responsibilities
Available crew roles include:
- Co-Director
- Director of Photography (DP)
- Camera Operator
- Sound Recordist
- Film Editor
- Post-Production Supervisor
- Colorist / Color Grader
- VFX / CGI Artist
- Fight / Movement Coordinator
- Set Provider / Location Support
- Prop Master
- Production Assistant (PA)
- Lighting Assistant / Gaffer
- Composer / Sound Designer
- Behind-the-Scenes Photographer / Videographer
Responsibilities vary by role and may include production planning, camera operation, audio recording, editing, visual effects creation, location support, lighting setup, music composition, and overall production coordination.
Requirements
- Passion for independent filmmaking and collaborative storytelling.
- Ability to work effectively within a creative team environment.
- Relevant experience for the selected crew position is preferred.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Willingness to contribute to a zero-budget independent production.
- Availability for production activities in the Greater Toronto Area.
- Portfolio, reel, or previous experience is considered an asset where applicable.
Compensation Details
- This is a voluntary, unpaid opportunity.
- Contributors will receive on-screen credit.
- Portfolio and reel footage access may be provided.
- Festival submission credits where applicable.
- Meals and snacks may be available on shoot days.
- Opportunity to gain collaborative experience on a cinematic independent production.