2D Animation Director - Lead Creative | Remote AU

Princess Bento; Melbourne; Remote; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HellaGoodAudio is seeking an Animation Director to provide strategic leadership and creative direction for our animation team in Melbourne, with remote options for eligible Australian residents. The role emphasizes maintaining artistic vision, quality, and coherence across productions.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience leading 2D animation projects, collaborating with Producers and Directors, and delivering client-focused results while guiding large teams through complex pipelines.

Qualifications

• Significant studio animation experience supervising or directing stylised, hand-drawn projects.
• Based in Australia with full work rights.
• 7+ years of experience in 2D Animation and 5+ years in a similar leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and creative direction for the Animation team.
• Lead animation teams, mentor staff, and maintain high-quality standards.
• Review and approve animation sequences to ensure consistency and production standards.
• Coordinate with departments to integrate animated elements into final shots.
• Oversee outsourcing and maintain communication with external studios.

Skills

2D Animation

Leadership

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Toon Boom Harmony

Tools

ShotGrid/Flow

Job description

HellaGoodAudio is seeking an Animation Director to provide strategic leadership and creative direction for our animation team in Melbourne, with remote options for eligible Australian residents. The role emphasizes maintaining artistic vision, quality, and coherence across productions.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience leading 2D animation projects, collaborating with Producers and Directors, and delivering client-focused results while guiding large teams through complex pipelines.