Motion Graphics Artist - Part Time (2.5 days a week)

Blue Zoo Animation Studio; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading animation studio in London seeks a Motion Graphics Artist for an episodic series. You will collaborate with the Art Director to create innovative motion graphics, integrating with CG elements. This part-time role offers flexible working arrangements and values creativity and collaboration.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Profit sharing for long-term employees

Inclusive shorts program and social events

Qualifications

• Proficiency in After Effects and Nuke is ideal.
• Must manage multiple projects effectively to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling motion graphics for various projects.
• Collaborate with designers and creative directors.
• Perform compositing fixes in Nuke.

Skills

Creativity

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Tools

After Effects

Nuke

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

About The Role

As a Motion Graphics Artist on an episodic series, you will work closely with the Art Director and Lighting and Compositing Supervisor to create motion graphics that are high-quality and innovative, seamlessly integrating with CG elements.

This role primarily involves collaboration with the Lighting and Compositing team. Proficiency in After Effects and Nuke is ideal. We seek a creative individual with excellent aesthetic judgment and a collaborative spirit. You will bring to life pre-designed artwork from our design team, incorporating client feedback.

Start Date: Early July 2025

Part-time role: 2.5 days per week

We are open to flexible, hybrid, and remote working arrangements. Please note that the vacancy may close early if we receive many applications.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Create compelling motion graphics for various projects, including long-form and short-form content.
• Use industry-standard software such as Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, and Photoshop to design and animate graphics.
• Collaborate with designers, video editors, and creative directors to brainstorm and develop ideas.
• Interpret client briefs to produce graphics that align with brand and project goals.
• Perform compositing fixes in Nuke, integrating motion graphics with existing compositions.

About You

Must Have:

• Stay updated with the latest design trends, techniques, and software advancements.
• Manage multiple projects effectively to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Pay strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in typography, color, and visual effects.
• Adapt to feedback and revise work accordingly.

Bonus Points:

• Maintain organized files and assets, following best practices for version control.
• Experience in children's entertainment, both long-form and short-form.

About Us

Blue Zoo is a leading UK animation studio known for bold, fun, and characterful animation. Established in London in 2000, it is the UK's largest dedicated CG animation studio, with numerous awards including BAFTAs, an Annie, and an Emmy. We are proud to be the first major animation studio globally to receive B Corp certification, reflecting our commitment to social and environmental responsibility.

We are experiencing growth and are building a studio full of talented, happy artists who take pride in their work. We value work-life balance and offer flexible working options.

What We Offer

• Award-winning workplace recognized as a top place to work in TV.
• An inclusive shorts program and social events, both in-person and remote.
• Employee feedback and engagement initiatives.
• Comprehensive benefits, discounts, and wellbeing programs.
• Profit sharing for long-term employees.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, collaborate, and produce outstanding work.