Previs Layout Supervisor

At Stellar we aim to build a studio where people actually want to work. We face the inevitable ups and downs of production as a truly supportive and connected team prioritizing open communication over anyone working in isolation. We value honesty creativity and looking out for one another.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for an exceptional Previs/ Layout Supervisor to oversee our previs and layout teams on a premium streaming series for Marvel Animation.

You will act as the strategic partner to our Director taking their high-level vision and building the practical framework to execute it in our 3D world. Your job is to establish the visual language of the show but more importantly to ensure your department has the workflows guidance and support to actually pull it off. This isnt just about reviewing camera placements; its about leading a massive creative effort making smart choices with framing and character blocking and removing roadblocks so your Leads and Artists can do their best work. If you are a grounded leader who loves partnering with other department heads to solve complex storytelling puzzles and keeping production running smoothly we want you at the helm.

In this role success looks like:

Cinematography & Vision:

• Guide the creation of proxy environments and drive set scout sessions with the Director.
• Oversee the translation of storyboards into 3D ensuring that the staging blocking and camera work practically and creatively support the narrative.
• Follow the shot list provided by the Director and work collaboratively to find solutions when deviations from the shot list are necessary..

Department Leadership & Culture:

• Strategic planning and assignment of sequence-level work to your team of artists.
• Lead mentor and manage the Camera and Staging Leads and artists fostering a collaborative ego-free team dynamic.
• Act as a supportive approachable leader. Keep communication clear and focused on solutions ensuring your team feels heard and respected during high-pressure delivery weeks.
• Act as a pragmatic voice in production meetings realistically balancing the creative ambitions of the Director with the practical demands of the schedule and budget.

Cross-Department Strategy & Pipeline:

• Collaborate heavily with the Animation Supervisor Pipeline Supervisor and Editorial team to establish and refine workflows ensuring seamless transitions between departments.
• Proactively identify and solve structural or staging challenges before they become bottlenecks on the production floor.
• Drive the review process in Flow Production Tracking ensuring all feedback is clear actionable and effectively communicated to the team.

The Requirements

Must-Haves:

• Experience: 710 years of production experience in Previs Layout or Camera with proven experience as a Supervisor or Senior Lead on a CG series or feature.
• Artistic Mastery: An expert-level understanding of the principles of cinematography (framing lenses depth of field camera movement) editing and character animation/posing.
• Core Tools: Extensive working experience within a Maya pipeline and a strong understanding of how layout data affects downstream departments.
• Leadership Style: You lead with empathy transparency and practical problem-solving. You protect your team from unnecessary chaos and champion their success.
• Tracking Mastery: Deep experience with Flow Production Tracking (formerly ShotGrid) for tracking task management and running high-level reviews.
• Eligibility: Legally eligible to work in British Columbia Canada.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Working experience with professional editing and graphics software such as Premiere DaVinci Resolve and/or Photoshop

Why Join Stellar

• Flexible Environment: We offer a flexible hybrid schedule that will vary with project and team requirements.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Extended health benefits.
• Growth: Professional development support to help you stay ahead of tech and creative trends.

At Stellar Creative Lab we believe diversity and inclusion are key to creativity and collaboration. Were committed to building a supportive open and diverse community where everyone can thrive. Were always looking for ways to improve accessibility so feel free to share any feedback or suggestions with us.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply though priority will be given to BC Residents Canadians and Canadian Permanent Residents.