About The Role
Start Date: October/November April 2026
Full Time: 40 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Salary: Depending on experience
Location: Aztec West Studio
The Role:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Set Dresser & Prop Maker to work on a Shaun the Sheep stop motion feature.
The main function of the role will be a combination or prop making and set dressing. You will carry out an exceptional level of prop making as required, hitting previously agreed schedules and keeping on top of changing deadlines in discussion with the appropriate Creative Lead and Production team.
You will be a skilled maker in a range of techniques inc. sculpting, casting, moulding, painting; texturing, greenery, model making and sewing etc. This will include being able to adapt, fabricate and dress sets as required to a high standard.
You will be experienced at working with the full production team and communicating with clarity with regards to timings required on set.
About You
The Candidate:
We are looking for someone with a minimum of 4 years film/TV industry experience. Stop motion experience is preferable.
The successful candidate will be creative with a keen eye for colour, texture, decoration and detail. You will be an excellent all-round set dresser and prop maker who is able to conceptualise ideas, think visually and possess a good eye for decoration and detail.
Please see a full role profile below.
We will be reviewing applications for interview as they're submitted.
Closing Date for applications is Thursday 18th September 2025
About Us
About Aardman:
Aardman is an independent and multi-Academy Award and BAFTA award winning studio. It produces feature films, series, advertising, games and interactive entertainment.
Its productions are global in appeal, novel, entertaining, brilliantly characterised and full of charm reflecting the unique talent, energy and personal commitment of the Aardman team. The studio's work is often imitated, and yet the company continues to lead the field producing a rare brand of visually stunning content for cinema, broadcasters, digital platforms and live experiences around the world.
In November 2018, Aardman became an Employee Owned organisation, ensuring that the studio remains independent and securing the creative legacy and culture of the company for the future.
Our Diversity & Inclusion Charteris our commitment to building a workforce that is truly reflective of society, underpinned by the belief that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential in delivering on our mission: to create entertainment for all and to be the most inspirational animation company in the world. We welcome applications from all individuals and are always happy to discuss flexible working needs. We've signed the Age-friendly Employer Pledge, a nationwide programme run by the Centre for Ageing Better to make workplaces age-friendly, and Aardman is also proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a Living Wage Employer.