2D Character Layout Artist

Flying Bark Productions is working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Stranger Things animated series, 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.