Illustrator Specific Skills

Develop and produce realistic or representational sketches and final illustrations; Produce 2-D and 3-D animated drawings or computer illustrations

Graphic Designer Specific Skills

Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials; Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication; Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives; Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements; Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Team player

Announcing or Broadcasting Computer graphics or technical special effects

Computer and Technology Knowledge 3D graphic software

Work Location Information Urban area

Ability to Supervise 1 to 2 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Sitting; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Public transportation is available

Work Samples Portfolio

Work Site Environment Non-smoking; Air conditioned

Work Setting Television or film studio

Additional Skills

Work in a multidisciplinary environment; Supervise other graphic designers or graphic arts technicians; Adapt existing illustrations

Area of Work Experience Motion picture and film industry

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 yearor equivalent experience

Languages English