Lighthouse is a 2D animation studio creating high quality, multi-genre, story driven animated entertainment.

Lighthouse Studios

Mid-Senior Toon Boom Animators (Rick and Morty & Top Secret Series)

Lighthouse Studios seeks experienced Toon Boom Harmony animators for a fixed-term contract (May 2025 - Sept/Oct 2025) to work on Rick and Morty and a top-secret 16+ series.  Responsibilities include creating final animation according to weekly quotas, addressing polish/retakes, adhering to style guides, and collaborating with supervisors and other team members. The role demands strong 2D animation skills, proficiency in Toon Boom Harmony, excellent time management, and attention to detail.  Content may include mature themes, requiring applicant discretion.  The position is based in Kilkenny, Ireland, and offers no freelance option.

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At Lighthouse Studios, our six core values, pride, passion, persistence, playfulness, poise and people-focus, underpin everything we do and provide guidance for us as we grow and learn.&nbsp;
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We are now on the hunt for experienced Toon Boom Animators to work on exciting new shows happening: Rick and Morty + a Top Secret Series (also 16+). We are looking for people who will join us in our quest to create the best possible animated content for our partners. The artist will be required from May 2025 until Sept/Oct 2025.&nbsp;
 
The roles relate to shows that have been classified 16+ and while the subject matter of the shows are presented in a fantasy or comic context, the production may contain contextually justified strong language, references to sex, drugs, horror, threat, and/or violence of a non-gratuitous nature, which some applicants may find objectionable.&nbsp; Lighthouse will always seek to reasonably accommodate those applicants with conscientious or other objections, however given the nature of both the roles and subject matter, this may not always be possible. Applicant discretion is therefore advised.&nbsp;
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PLEASE NOTE: This role is based in our studio in Kilkenny, Ireland, and there is no option to work freelance.&nbsp;
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About the role
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Your role as an animator is to create final approved Animation according to a weekly quota as advised in your contract and as agreed with the animation director and communicated by your immediate supervisor. This role will also require you to work on polish/retakes. At Lighthouse studios we use Toon boom harmony as our main animation software
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We really value can-do attitudes here at Lighthouse. If you’re someone who thinks outside the box and looks for solutions, not problems, then you’ll fit right in!
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What you'll be doing 
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<li>Study the animation style of the production as well as the animation supervisor’s brief on the objectives of each scene</li>
<li>Animate an assigned number of frames as per quota per week. Please note that quota can vary depending on difficulty and complexity of the assigned scene, which will be assessed by the production department and the relevant supervisor</li>
<li>Follow the instructions of both the animation supervisor/lead and the production manager in order to meet creative standards and production deadlines</li>
<li>Communicate any problems to the animation supervisor, production manager and production coordinator</li>
<li>Communicate progress of work to the animation supervisor, production manager and production coordinator</li>
<li>Ensure all notes/retakes are addressed as instructed maintaining the quality and style of the show</li>
<li>Support junior crew members occasionally, as per supervisor's request</li>
<li>Follow exact procedures set by Lighthouse Studios (i.e. file naming and storage) according to the production's guidelines</li>
<li>You may be asked to work on Animation Director’s Polish notes and Client Retake notes </li>
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The above is not exhaustive and from time to time you may be asked to carry out other tasks.
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What we're looking for 
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<li>3+ years of Professional Studio experience as a Character animator</li>
<li>Professional Experience working with Toon Boom Harmony Rigs</li>
<li>Strong understanding of traditional 2D principles</li>
<li>Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work</li>
<li>Attention to detail and ability to find solutions</li>
<li>Experience with Shotgrid/Flow is considered a plus</li>
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What we'll offer you
 
When you join Lighthouse Studios, you will be joining a diverse and multicultural crew in the beautiful neo-Gothic building of Kieran’s College, based in the heart of medieval Kilkenny. And when we say multicultural, we mean it – our crew is currently represented by over 25 different nationalities.
 
The studio is a hub of talent and is constantly buzzing with creativity. Working here will not only give you the opportunity to work on productions for content giants such as Amazon, Apple TV+, Netflix and Warner Bros., but also to learn from some of the most talented individuals in the industry, your fellow crew members.
 
In addition to learning from your colleagues, you also have the opportunity to partake in our in-house learning and development programme, so you can be sure that your time at Lighthouse will be beneficial for you - not only now but for years to come. Of course, we also have many other benefits such as a pension plan, employee assistance programme, health benefits, regular crew parties and much more!
 
If that sounds like the kind of&nbsp;place&nbsp;you’d like to&nbsp;work&nbsp;then what are you waiting&nbsp;for? Apply now!&nbsp;
 
 
Lighthouse Studios Limited is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, fulfilling and progressive work environment. We encourage applications from candidates with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives as it strengthens us, as individuals and as a studio. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation. We are committed to positively supporting candidates - If we can make any reasonable accommodations for you in the recruitment process in order to give you the opportunity to perform to your best, please let us know. Any information that you provide will be used only for the purposes of providing relevant support and will have no bearing on how your application will be viewed. If you require an accommodation to participate in the hiring process please email <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:HR@lighthousestudios.ie">HR@lighthousestudios.ie</a> and we will be happy to accommodate you as best we can.
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