BLINK INDUSTRIES is an Emmy-winning and BAFTA-nominated development and production studio based in London. We specialize in bringing an inventive, mixed-media approach to our slate of Comedy and Family projects and we’re passionate about developing ideas that look and feel like no other.

We are currently looking for talented BREAKDOWN ARTISTS / RIGGING ASSISTANTS, starting late summer 2023, to join our team on an exciting new 2D/CG mixed media TV series project that we’re bringing to life at our North-London based studio.

• Thorough technical knowledge of hand, feet and mouth shapes and how they relate to animation principles,
• Excellent draughtsmanship skills & understanding of anatomy & perspective,
• Proficiency in designing / drawing in ToonBoom Harmony is essential,
• Ability to adapt to different creative styles, take direction and work effectively both collaboratively in a team and using your own initiative,
• Strong attention to detail and proactive approach both when addressing notes and quality checking your own work before submission,
• Solid time-management & organisational skills,
• Ability to multitask and stay focussed within a fast-paced, creative work environment,

• Create breakdown sheets in ToonBoom Harmony for hand drawn animation reference and to incorporate them into rigged puppet animation. This includes, but is not limited to, feet, hand and lip sync breakdowns,
• Work closely with the Rigging Supervisor and Animation Director to ensure that work is done within the creative and technical requirements,
• Ensure ToonBoom Harmony files are organised in a clean and functional fashion and that they are fit for purpose for animation,
• Proactively flag and respond constructively to troubleshooting potential issues,

This role would be ideal for an experienced Breakdown Artist or Junior Designer looking to gain basic experience on a rigged based animated series.

• Proficiency in Photoshop
• Knowledge of rigged puppet process desirable but not essential
• Basic knowledge of Maya / CG pipelines & process (a plus)
• Comprehensive knowledge of 2D Animation Pipeline
• Previous experience creating breakdown sheets for animated series would be favourable

The role is based at our North-London Studio in the UK/England and requires candidates to have the right to work in the UK.

If this sounds like it’s up your alley, please fill out the questionnaire below and we’ll be in touch should we think you’re a fit. We’re looking forward to hearing from you!

HOW TO APPLY

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