Job Description

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Flying Bark Productions is a dynamic and cutting-edge animation studio dedicated to pushing the boundaries of character animation and storytelling. We have a number of exciting productions underway, including a new 2D project with Disney, Netflix's Ghostbusters animated series and Stranger Things animated series, as well as an upcoming feature film, Zac Power.

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This is an Expression of Interest - this role won't officially open until later this year or early 2027, but we're scouting talent now so we can move quickly once schedules are confirmed.

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Registering doesn't commit you to anything; it just means we already have your portfolio and availability on hand when the role opens up.

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This role is specific to one upcoming show using predominantly a cut-out (rigged) 2D animation pipeline, with some traditional frame by frame hand-drawn animation.

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- Supervise and lead a team of 2D animators working within the rigged and traditional animation pipelines, providing clear direction and daily support;
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- Review and give notes on shots and sequences, maintaining a consistent performance and quality bar across the whole team;
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- Understand the capabilities and limitations of the show's character rigs, and guide animators on how to achieve strong, expressive performance within those constraints;
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- Work closely with the Rigging team to flag rig issues, request improvements, and troubleshoot problems that affect animation quality or efficiency;
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- Partner with the Director and Assistant Director on creative intent, tone and performance for key characters and sequences;
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- Managing and reviewing work from our offshore partner animation studio.
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- Mentor animators who are new to rigged workflows,



including those transitioning from a hand drawn animation background;
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- Assign scenes and manage workload across the team in line with the production schedule;
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- Ensure all animation aligns with the show's style guide and established performance benchmarks;
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- Liaise with Layout, Compositing and Editorial to ensure animation is delivered on time and to spec;
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- Ensure all work remains confidential per code of conduct and security forms.
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About you: nn
- Proven experience as a 2D Animation Supervisor, Lead Animator or similar senior role in a 2D animation production;
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- Strong hands on experience specifically with rigged or puppet based 2D animation, such as Toon Boom Harmony rigging, rather than hand drawn frame by frame animation alone;
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- Solid understanding of rig mechanics, including pegs, deformers and constraints, and how to work within them to produce natural weight, timing and appeal;
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- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to give clear, constructive feedback;
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- Experience mentoring or upskilling animators, including guiding hand drawn animators into a rigged pipeline;
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- A sharp eye for timing, staging, weight and character performance;
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- Good sense of narrative storytelling, comic timing and camera;
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- Comfortable working to broadcast schedules and managing competing priorities across a season;
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- Ability to be adaptable, flexible and responsive to changes;
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- Passion for animation and storytelling.
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We'll be in touch as timing and role details firm up over the coming months.

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Flying Bark Productions is a renowned independent producer of family-focused animation entertainment. For over 50 years, our 2D and 3D production facility hascreated award-winning feature films and TV series.

Why work with us? n

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- We work on some pretty cool projects - check out our website:
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- 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.
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- Breakfast is served daily - on us!
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- We have cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a culture club dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar!
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- 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.
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- We love dogs and you will often see some of our regular fluffy companions in the studio.
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- We have a hybrid approach to work with flexible work from home days on offer.
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- Career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible.
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- Our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced - everyone is welcome and celebrated!
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- You'll have access to mental health resources and free counselling via our Employee Assistance Provider, Support Act.
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Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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📌 Expression of Interest: 2D Animation Supervisor (Sydney)
🏢 Flyingbark
📍 Sydney