Animation Director

Description

JOB TITLE:                                            Animation Director

REPORTING TO:                                Producer and Director

Summary of the role: Brown Bag Films has opened a 2D Animation Studio in Manchester and is recruiting for the position of Animation Director.

Working in a busy creative environment, the successful candidate will be working on a high profile 52 episode x 11 minute pre-school series for a global children’s channel.

Key Areas of responsibilities:

·         Establish and approve key character animation and animation bible for the series with the Director and animation team

·         Ensure a high standard of animation is maintained throughout the production

·         Write scene by scene animation notes for each episode

·         Review animation passes from the internal and external teams and write notes and responses to push animation to the desired standard

·         Work closely with the Director to understand overall storytelling and humour of the show

·         Work closely with the animation teams to improve each delivery and in turn reduce retakes as production proceeds.

Person Specification/Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in directing animation for series or long-form animation productions
• Clear communication skills

• Must be very detailed oriented and organised
• Must be passionate about character animation and acting

The series will be animated in ToonBoom Harmony.

We will run training sessions for successful applicants not experienced in ToonBoom.

Please show broadcast and production credits and referees on your application letter / CV.

Contract Type: Fixed Term