Greetings everyone! We’re opening new roles in our studio in Dublin.
Who are we?
Brown Bag Films are one of Europes most exciting, original and successful creative-led animation studios. After 22 years in business, their Dublin-based headquarters continue to produce cutting-edge animation for the international market, bagging numerous awards along the way. These include Oscar® nominations for Give Up Yer Aul Sins (2002), Granny OGrimms Sleeping Beauty (2010), six Emmy® awards for Peter Rabbit (2014), and a host of BAFTA, Emmy® and Annie nominations for their hit shows Octonauts, Doc McStuffins, Bing and Henry Hugglemonster.
Who are we looking for:
2D Animator
REPORTING TO: Animation Supervisor
SUMMARY OF THE ROLE:
Brown Bag Films 2D Animation Studio in Manchester is recruiting for the position of 2D ANIMATOR.
Working in a busy creative environment, the successful candidate will work on a new, high profile, pre-school series for a global childrens channel.
The series is being created in Toon Boom Harmony.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work closely with the animation lead/supervisor to create high standard of animation for broadcast
Must communicate well and be willing to take notes and direction, under tight deadlines
Will work closely with Rigging team to troubleshoot and problem solve
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
Must have at least 1 years experience working as an Animator (or similar position) in either broadcast or feature film work
Ability to problem solve and predict problems with assigned tasks
Must be comfortable with both working independently and as part of a team, with an emphasis on clear communication and follow through
Task -driven, self-motivated, and proactive
Must be open to direction
Must demonstrate attention to detail in the finishing of assets and shots
Knowledge of Toon Boom Harmony and/or experience with Shotgun (or asset tracking systems) is considered a big plus
Contract type: Fixed Contract