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Zoic Studios BC - Systems Administrator in Vancouver, British Columbia
Systems Administrator
This position is onsite, based in Vancouver, BC. All applicants must reside in the lower Mainland of BC, Canada.
About Zoic
Zoic Studios is a Visual Effects company that specializes in high end visual effects for television, film, and advertising. Our mantra is Visual Evolution - we focus on every part of the process, from the final picture to the pipeline used to create them.
Are you looking for your next creative and technical challenge? Come join our team!
Why Join Zoic?
We are an Artist owned and operated VFX studio.
We love what we do and always stay curious about new technology and techniques.
We respect work/life balance in a hectic industry.
We work with a team from all walks of life and backgrounds.
There’s an exciting new project that we’ll be working on at Zoic. It's a stop-motion animated feature that will be starting up in June 2024 and will continue on into the Fall of 2025.
For this particular show Zoic employees assigned to the project will be working within our Zoic Vancouver Studios, in the Gastown Area (close to Waterfront Station Downtown). Coming together as a team within our studio will help create the excitement and positive work environment we want for this special project.
Summary of Position
The Systems Administrator works within the Support Administration team to provide a wide range of desktop and technology support, enabling LAIKA’s Artists to create animated feature films.
Job Functions
Support desktop and mobile devices, peripherals, and applications.
Work with production departments to troubleshoot issues and identify solutions.
Work with IT ticketing system to service support requests.
Administer mobile device management software.
Write documentation and training materials.
Research new applications and technologies.
Assist systems engineering team with network and server administration.
Communicate policies and procedures to end users.
Qualifications
3+ years’ experience supporting Linux/Mac/Windows desktops.
A solid understanding of Unix, networking, and hardware fundamentals.
Experience with automation, imaging, and configuration management tools such as Salt and Ansible preferred.
Knowledge of visual effects concepts and applications preferred.
Experience with ticketing systems such as JSM or YouTrack preferred.
Experience with scripting languages such as Shell, Ruby, Python preferred.
Experience with device management tools such as Intune and JAMF preferred.
Knowledge of Azure AD (Active Directory), Office 365, and Exchange preferred.
Well-organized with well-developed planning, problem-solving, documentation, and analytical skills.
Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
Ability to work in confined spaces such as data centers and closets.
Exceptional communication to support non-technical end-users.
Thrive in a deadline-driven environment and remain calm under pressure.
Additional information
British Columbia Employees Pay Range: $35 - $45 (The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position)
Candidates MUST be located in the Lower Mainland, British Columbia. This Role requires the candidate to work onsite, within our Vancouver Studio in Gastown.
Zoic does not cover relocation costs.
Any and all remote positions require the candidate to have a reliable internet connection via ethernet and work on Pacific Standard Time.
This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.
Due to the sheer volume of applications we receive, we regret that only those selected to interview will be contacted.
This position is based in Vancouver. All applicants must reside in British Columbia.
Permanent Residents and Canadians only, please. ,
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