Location
London/Hybrid
Department
2D Rigging

About The Role

We're currently on the look-out for an experienced character Rigger to join our 2D team. 

You will have a strong background in using ToonBoom Harmony. You will be someone with a passion for problem solving and is always eager to improve the tools we deliver.

Day to Day:

  • Analyse character designs and animatics for rigging requirements 
  • Rig characters and complex props
  • Develop character turnarounds, special poses and redresses
  • Boost rig performance with Master Controllers and other Harmony tools
  • Receive, respond and action constructive feedback from Lead Rigger and Animation Supervisor
  • Work collaboratively with the wider rigging team on the production to oversee an episode each
  • Responsible for watching animatics and ensuring all the necessary requirements are available to the animators for their episodes

About You

Must Have:

  • Good knowledge of ToonBoom Harmony and rigging
  • Good experience working within a 2D animation pipeline
  • Ability to problem solve collaboratively with the wider rigging team
  • Very clear, efficient, and effective communication skills
  • Proactive and positive approach to resolving issues under pressure

Bonus Points:

  • Experience in other fields such as animation, compositing, FX and prop rigging

About Us

Blue Zoo is a leading animation studio in the UK, with a world-class reputation as the go-to place for creating bold, fun and characterful animation. Established in London in 2000, the studio has grown to become the largest dedicated CG animation studio in the UK, picking up a shelf full of BAFTAs, an Annie and an Emmy along the way!

We couldn’t be prouder that Blue Zoo is the first major animation studio in the world to receive B Corp certification. We’ve been independently certified by B Lab, a non-profit organisation who award the B Corp certification. The certification verifies companies who are working to improve the lives of employees as well as industries as a whole. The certification process involves over 170 rigorous metrics to improve the lives of our staff, customers, suppliers, and the local community, ensuring we are not just saying we are ethical with empty gestures, but independently evidencing it.

We are going through an exciting period of growth and are building a studio that is full of amazingly talented, happy artists, making work they are proud of, which in turn makes a small contribution to a happier world. Blue Zoo believes that a healthy balance in our lives - whatever our situation - is key to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We offer flexible working to support this.

We look for people who have expertise, enthusiasm and are motivated to make things better. You’ll work alongside a talented and diverse group of people who respect each other's differences and seek to understand and embrace fresh perspectives. 

What we’ve got for you:

  • Winner of Best Places to Work in TV 2019, 2020, 2022 and 2024.
  • Inclusive self-funded shorts programme.
  • Many fun in person and remote social events throughout the year.
  • Bi-monthly employee feedback and engagement programme.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including loads of discounts and offers.
  • Online wellbeing programme.
  • Profit share (for employees who have been with us for 2+ years).

Blue Zoo is committed to creating and nurturing an inclusive studio that promotes and values diversity and invites everyone to ‘bring their whole selves’ to work. We believe that companies that truly embrace and value diversity, and create an environment where everyone from any background can do their best work, are better companies. 

To be engaged our people have to feel included and valued. We work hard to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is embedded in the way we work, not just an initiative. We strive to engender a studio community that feels a deep sense of pride and commitment that transcends any role, department or level and works together to produce excellent and engaging work.

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