2D Animator – Expression of Interest (Sydney/Remote)

About the role

Flying Bark Productions is seeking 2D animators to join its talent pool for several upcoming projects slated for early 2027, including collaborations with Disney, Netflix, and an original feature film. This Expression of Interest allows you to submit your portfolio now so the studio can contact you quickly when positions open.

Key responsibilities

• Produce frame‑by‑frame or rigged animation that meets the creative standards set by the Animation Director and Supervisors.
• Deliver shots on quota, label layers correctly, structure nodes cleanly, and submit timing charts.
• Follow the project workflow, complete technical tasks at each stage, and maintain clear communication with the production team.
• Adhere to confidentiality and administrative tracking tools throughout the production.

Required profile

• Strong sense of narrative storytelling, comic timing and camera work.
• Solid experience in character animation, including lip‑sync and key posing.
• Proficiency with Toon Boom Harmony in a production environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Passion for animation and ability to meet deadlines consistently.

Required skills

• Toon Boom Harmony
• 2D animation workflow
• Storyboard interpretation
• Key framing
• In‑betweening
• Lip sync
• Character animation

What we offer

• Industry‑leading studio space in Alexandria with cinema, Zen Garden, games room and state‑of‑the‑art facilities.
• Daily breakfast, cake days, movie nights, wrap parties and a culture club.
• Hybrid work options with flexible work‑from‑home days.
• Career development through training and support opportunities.
• Access to mental‑health resources and free counselling via Employee Assistance Provider.
• Equal‑opportunity workplace with charitable initiatives and a dog‑friendly environment.