2D Character Layout Artist

Flying Bark Productions is working on exciting projects such as the recently announced Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Stranger Things animated series, Marvel Studios’ What If…?, Disney Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, as well as our production Tales From Outer Suburbia by Shaun Tan. 

*Please note that this role is suitable for senior artists with professional experience only. Remote contracts may be possible though applicants in Australia or open to relocation preferred.*

2D Character Layout Artists create the framework for the animation team. They are responsible for setting up the shots for Rough Animation by illustrating dynamic, on-model poses based on provided storyboards. Additionally, working to, and maintaining, the creative and technical requirements for 2D Character Layout and Animation for the Program/s as required by the Animation Supervisor/s and Animation Lead/s; and to the production schedule provided by the Production Company.

About the role:

• Interpret storyboard poses and translate them to strong, dynamic and/or comedic poses as directed by the Animation Supervisor/s and Animation Lead/s
  
• Produce clean and useable key illustrated poses for final animation
• Meet quota as briefed by the Production crew
• Complete of creative revisions as requested by the Animation Supervisor/s and Animation Lead/s in addition to the character layout quota
• Adhere to the workflow structure of the project as requested by the Animation Supervisor/s and Animation Lead/s
• Work cohesively within a team environment, ensuring high levels of communication at all times.

About you:

• Proven 2D animation industry experience required with character animation experience preferred
• Experience in anime animation style a bonus
• Good sense of comic book posing, anatomy and forced perspective
• A critical eye that can understand the show style as well as what makes an image appealing
  
• An understanding of Toon Boom Harmony in a production-based environment
• Solid knowledge of 2D animation workflows and storyboard interpretation
• Excellent communication skills and willingness to share information in a team environment
  

• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to flag issues that may impact on the successful delivery of assets within the Production schedule
  
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Passion for animation and storytelling.

What do we do?

Flying Bark Productions is a renowned independent producer of family-focused animation entertainment. For over 50 years, our 2D and 3D production facility has created award-winning feature films and TV series.

Why work with us?

• We work on some pretty cool projects - check out our website: https://www.flyingbark.com.au/
• We have an industry leading studio space in Alexandria, complete with a cinema, quiet room, Zen Garden, games room, and state of the art animation facilities.
• Breakfast is served daily - on us!
• We have cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a culture club dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar!
• The Barkers have big hearts too, with our Paws for a Cause fundraising arm raising much needed funds for charities such as Beyond Blue, RSPCA and the Cancer Council.
• We love dogs and you will often see some of our regular fluffy companions in the studio.
• We have a hybrid approach to work with flexible work from home days on offer.
• Career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible.
• Our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced - everyone is welcome and celebrated!
• You'll have access to mental health resources and free counselling via our Employee Assistance Provider, Support Act.

Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.