graphic design and illustration animator
Obo Studios Inc. · Virtual job based in Mississauga, ON · $34.00 to $40.00 hourly (to be negotiated)
Posted 2026-04-23 · Reviewed on 2026-06-18 · What do these ratings mean?
Verdict
Obo Studios Inc. is a verified, real company with a reachable website, confirmed business match, and active careers section—strong legitimacy signals. However, the posting uses a generic Gmail address (obostudios7@gmail.com) for applications rather than a company domain, which is a moderate fraud indicator. The location claim ("Virtual job based in Mississauga, ON") cannot be verified against the company's website, adding minor uncertainty. Overall, the posting is substantive with detailed responsibilities and realistic salary, but the generic email contact method elevates risk to the medium band.
- The contact email is a free personal address (Gmail, Outlook, etc.)+18
Contact email is obostudios7@gmail.com (free Gmail provider) rather than a company domain, despite the company having a legitimate website.
- The employer's location could not be confirmed+5
Posting claims 'Virtual job based in Mississauga, ON' but company website does not disclose a physical office location, making verification impossible.
- The employer's website is reachable-5
Official website is reachable and functional, indicating an established business presence.
- The employer's own website lists job openings-8
Company website has an active careers section with job listings, confirming legitimate hiring activity.
- Detailed job description and realistic salary-10
Posting includes specific NOC code, detailed task list, required software skills (Toon Boom Harmony, Figma, Adobe), realistic hourly range ($34–$40), and screening questions—all consistent with legitimate hiring.
- Web search confirms the employer is a real business-15
Official website obostudios.com is reachable and verified as a real company specializing in illustrated and animated content for children.
Application flags (1)
obostudios7@gmail.com
Employer checks
| Website found | https://obostudios.com/ |
|---|---|
| Website reachable | yes |
| Business identity | matches the posting |
| Location | could not be confirmed |
| Job listings on its site | yes |
| Mail-application address | none - the posting has no mailing address |
| How it was verified | web search |
| Confidence | 0.75 |
| Summary | Obo Studios Inc. is a real, substantive company specializing in illustrated and animated content for children. Official website (obostudios.com) is reachable and has a careers section with job listings. The posting claims "Virtual job based in Mississauga, ON" but the website does not specify a physical office location—only describing themselves as a "small, hands-on team." No mailing address provided in posting (applications via email). Location match uncertain since company's actual office location is not disclosed on their website. |
| Checked on | 2026-06-18 |
Full description
Occupation (NOC): Graphic designers and illustrators (52120) Location: Virtual job based in Mississauga, ON Salary: $34.00 to $40.00 hourly (to be negotiated) Hours: Full-time Term: Permanent Workplace: [object Object] Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate, or equivalent experience Tasks: Estimate time to complete graphic designs and illustrations, Adapt existing illustrations, Assist in developing storyboards for electronic productions such as multimedia, interactive and digital products and television advertising and productions, Produce 2-D and 3-D animated drawings or computer illustrations, Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication, Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements Computer and technology knowledge: Toon Boom Harmony, Corel Draw, Adobe Illustrator, Mac OS, Figma Type of production art: Animation, Visual effects Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?, Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?, Do you have the equipment you need to work from home (like internet and a workspace)?, Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)? Experience: Will train How to apply: By email: obostudios7@gmail.com