Window Wonderland 2025 Call for Animators

REQUIREMENTS

  • Applications are open to artists aged 18+ (as of the contract start date.)
  • Submissions are limited to English.
  • Group submissions by multiple Animators or collectives are not permitted.
  • Portfolio must include a link to video examples of past work (on YouTube, Vimeo, etc.)

We recommend that all applicants read the Call for Artists page thoroughly before applying. It includes an estimated project timeline/scope of work.

SELECTION PROCESS

Our Art Consultant will select from a shortlist of animators, with the Artistic Curator & Jury making the final selection.

COMPENSATION

$750 CAD + HST for a minimum 20-second animation with sound loop. Payment issued post-completion. Animators must submit an invoice for their fees. The artists we collaborate with must agree to receive payment through Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or PayPal if their bank is incompatible with our EFT system (Plooto).  Please see below for the estimated timeline to understand the scope of work required.

WORKSHOP (participation is mandatory)

Artivive will host a mandatory welcome meeting and virtual workshop on Friday, July 18. This workshop will introduce augmented reality concepts and provide tutorials on creating AR art using Artivive's tools. Attendance is required for all selected artists, even if they have previously participated in Window Wonderland. This workshop will equip artists with valuable skills to enhance their creative process.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:

The Junction BIA is committed to creating an inclusive environment and welcomes applications from individuals from all backgrounds, including women, visible minorities, LGBTQ people, Indigenous people, people with disabilities, and people from different faith and religious orientations. For more information, please see The Junction BIA Diversity and Inclusion Statement

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DEADLINE TO APPLY:

Submissions close on June 20, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST. Selected artists will be contacted by August 8, 2025.

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KEY DATES: 

August 22 - Virtual Workshop hosted by Artivive

August 22 - September 25 - Storyboarding Process

September 26 - Final Storyboard Due

September 28 - November 3 - Animation Process

November 3 - Final Animation Due