Overview
Our junior animators are able to deliver characterful animated performances that support the style and narrative of our projects. Their day-to-day focuses on comedic timing, charming acting choices, and production deadlines, whilst meeting the Director's vision and Client briefs. A junior animator at Blue Zoo is keen to learn, motivated, and is someone who can work productively, take direction and is open to receiving feedback.
We anticipate these roles to start in December 2025 and January 2026.
We are very happy to discuss flexible, hybrid and remote working options for all our vacancies. Please note that this vacancy can close early if we receive a high number of applications. The successful candidates will need to be based in the UK and ideally within commutable distance to our Brighton Zoo studio, though this is not essential. We are unable to consider VISA sponsorship at this time.
Day to Day
* Working as part of a team of animators, and regularly communicating with your Team Lead and Animation Director.
* Managing your time efficiently to meet the deadlines of your assigned shots.
* Making sure your work is communicating the story, ideas and acting choices clearly from blocking through to the final animation.
* Responding positively to, and acting on notes and feedback from your Director and Animation Director.
Must Have
* Experience with body mechanics, posing and getting the best performance possible out of a character.
* A solid understanding of Maya or similar software.
* Ability to receive feedback and responding to direction.
* Time management and prioritising skills.
* Ability to sharing your knowledge and skills with other team members.
* Ability to be a team player and great collaborator.
* Creative problem solving skills.
Bonus Points
* Python or Mel script knowledge.
* Good at drawing/additional creative skills (acting/dance).
* Experience working with FTrack.
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