Scene Set Up Artist - Ted & Paula's Tadpole Journey

Gigglebug Entertainment; Las Palmas de Gran Canaria; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading animation studio is seeking a Scene Set-up Artist to support their production team in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria. The ideal candidate will be responsible for organizing scenes by setting up templates and ensuring all assets are imported correctly for animation. Applicants must have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Toon Boom Harmony. This role offers the opportunity to work with a talented team in a creative environment, contributing to a fun and purposeful work culture.

Formación

• Proficiency in Toon Boom Harmony is required.
• Previous experience in a studio production pipeline is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Set up Harmony scene templates and adjust necessary settings.
• Ensure assets are well-imported and technically safe for animation.
• Confirm all elements required in the scene are present.

Conocimientos

Proficiency in Toon Boom Harmony

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Ability to work under deadlines

Herramientas

Toonboom Harmony

Adobe Photoshop

Shotgrid

Descripción del empleo

Join us for Ted & Paula’s Tadpole Journey - a new Gigglebug original series!

The 52 x 11 min 2D animated series combines action with silly cartoony comedy.

We are looking for Scene Set-up Artists to support our talented team. At the Gigglebug Studio, you would be part of a friendly and tight-knit team, working in collaboration with the Directors, Production and all of our talented artists!

Note - the position is at our Las Palmas studio, so candidates who are already in Gran Canaria or who are willing to relocate to Las Palmas, Gran Canaria will be prioritized.

Purpose of the role

As a Scene Set-up Artist, you will be responsible for the first step in organizing scenes and including all assets necessary for each scene to move forward into production. You will work closely with the Production team.

Responsibilities

• Set up Harmony scene templates, and adjust the necessary settings to identify each individual scene by number, length, render settings, and other identifying qualities.
• Ensuring assets such as characters, BGs, props, and FXs are well-imported and technically safe for animation.
• Confirm that all elements required in the scene are present and accounted for.
• Communicate any recurring issues to other departments, so that they can adjust their deliverables to scene prep.
• Adjust camera movements and prepare them for comp.
• Make any necessary adjustments to scene elements to prepare them for animation and compositing.
• Work collaboratively with the team to ensure all production requirements are met.
• Anticipate potential needs and issues that the compositing department may encounter.
• Address any internal notes.
• Ensure deadlines are met.

The ideal candidate would have

• Proficiency in Toon Boom Harmony is required.
• Previous experience in a studio production pipeline is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a part of a team, and ability to take direction.
• Ability to work under schedules and deadlines.

Software skills

Toonboom Harmony, Adobe Photoshop and Shotgrid

Application period

We will fill this position as soon as we’ve found the right candidate.

Start date

April / June 2026

End date

March 2027

Contract type

Fixed term contract

Location

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria

Does this adventure call to you?

You can apply by sending your cover letter and portfolio to us as soon as possible. Please note that we will fill this position as soon as we’ve found the right person, so please act quickly to start your new journey with us.

P.S.

We have a multicultural crew who have re-located to Las Palmas to enrich our creative community! At the same time, we also want to nurture and grow new local talent. So, if you are in the region and you are feeling a bit shy to apply – fear not! We offer entry-level opportunities too!

Why Gigglebug?

We are a fast-growing band of animation people, enthusiasts, and visionaries from around the world, brought together to inject positivity and creativity into the world of kids' content. Our agile animation studios are in the Heart of Helsinki, Finland and also in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria. These are our ateliers. Home of the Gigglebug. Hotbed of fun. And a safe space for stand-out creativity. Our mindset, values, and work ethic translate to creativity, honesty, equality, and high quality. In short: Nordic playfulness. As humans, we look for purpose in our work. Our purpose is to contribute to making the world a better place – by spreading laughter and joy.