Flying Bark Productions is a dynamic and innovative animation studio dedicated to pushing the boundaries of character animation and storytelling. We are working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Ghostbusters animated series and Stranger Things animated series, as well as our production Tales From Outer Suburbia by Shaun Tan.
*Please note that we are only considering Australia based candidates, must be open to relocate to Sydney.*
The Animation TA is responsible for providing technical support for the crew for the Project with a focus on the Animation team under the guidance of the supervising technical crew and Production.
About the role:
- Daily technical support to the Animation and Layout crews,
- Animation library maintenance and updating;
- Reviewing and resolving bug reports;
- Quality control for shots delivered from Layout and preparation for delivery to Animation;
- Quality control of final animation;
- Preparation of characters poses for surfacing;
- Preparation of character range of motion set ups;
- Postsculpting characters as required by the QC process;
- Assistance with set, prop and character rigging when required;
- Establishment of successful working relationships with key members of production and crew;
- Take direction from a Supervisor as required as well as an ability to seek guidance if unsure;
- Be adaptable, flexible and responsive to changes;
- Complete tasks within production deadlines.
About you:
- Enthusiasm and willingness to learn;
- Attention to detail;
- Ability to script using Python and / or Mel (a bonus);
- An understanding of Maya (software) in a production based environment;
- Ability to consistently meet deadlines;
- Excellent communication skills and willingness to share information in a team environment;
- Flexibility and ability to be responsive to change;
- 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.
