Animation TD

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.

A 3D ANIMATION FOCUSED Demo Reel is a requirement for all our artist positions, without it we will not be able to move forward with your application. We prefer to get links to YouTube or Vimeo, as we are not able to access links via Google Drive.* 

We need someone who can work on-site in our Madrid office.

The Animation TD will liaise with them on coding and creating tools to streamline processes in Maya for predominantly the Animation team, but also advising the Modelling, Rigging & CFX Teams, as well as being responsible for debugging issues and finding solutions to avoid recurring problems. 

About the role:

• Troubleshoot and debug technical issues related to shot pipeline workflows, including performance optimisation.


• Develop and maintain Maya tools to streamline or give quality of life for the Animation & adjacent teams


• Collaborate closely with other departments, such as modeling, texturing, rigging, FX and lighting to ensure seamless workflow between departments.


• Taking a proactive and solutions-driven approach to any technical problems experienced by crew, or escalated by leads or supervisors


• Writing and maintaining documentation of new and existing tools and workflows


• Work within a team and maintain good team dynamics.


• Self-manage and complete tickets within production deadlines.


• Communicate and seek information when necessary.


• And all other duties and responsibilities as reasonably required by the Production Company.

About you:

• At least 3 years of experience with Maya Software & programming tools within it


• Showcase toolsets on personal projects / usage


• Advanced knowledge and experience in Python and Python 3


• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills, particularly in asset pipeline workflows.


• Familiarity with Shotgrid API and Shotgrid Toolkit is a plus.


• Ability to support, assist, and mentor other team members.


• A thorough knowledge of the animation pipeline from modeling, surfacing, grooming, rendering through to compositing.


• A demonstrated understanding of shading networks.

Specific requirement:

• Valid work permit for Spain.

Why work with us?

• We work on some pretty cool projects - check out our website:
  https://www.flyingbark.com.au/


• We have cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a Kulture Klub dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar!


• We offer hybrid working mode, with two days remote a week.


• If you love dogs as much as we do, you can bring them to work!


• Career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible. 


• We have a full slate and plans for international expansion so there is always plenty of opportunity for career development.


• Our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced - everyone is welcome and celebrated!

Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.