Job Details
Experienced Toon Boom 2D Animation artist for two upcoming productions
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LIGHTHOUSE STUDIOS LIMITED -
Ref: #JOB-2433410 -
LIGHTHOUSE STUDIO, St Kieran's Col, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny, R95 Y99T -
No of positions: 1 -
Paid Position -
37.5 hours per week -
34000.00 - 36000.00 Euro Annually -
Published On: 11 Feb 2026 -
Closing On: 11 Mar 2026
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We are now searching for experienced Animators to work on either one of our 2 upcoming productions. We are looking for people who will join us in our quest to create the best possible animated content for our partners. First production dates: Start date 23rd of March 2026, contract ending 18th of December 2026 Second production dates: Start date 25th of May 2026, contract ending 16th of October 2026 One of the productions relate to a show that have been classified 16+, applicant discretion is therefore advised. Applicants must be available to work on either production. If you are not comfortable working on a 16+ show, this must be clearly stated in your cover letter. Based on information shared, applications will be reviewed and considered for the production deemed most suitable by Lighthouse Studios. PLEASE NOTE: For this role, candidates may work either from our Kilkenny studio or remotely within the Republic of Ireland, there is no option to work freelance from outside of Ireland About the role Your role as an animator is to create the final approved Rigged 2D Animation in Toon Boom Harmony according to a weekly quota as advised in your contract and as agreed with the animation director and communicated by your immediate supervisor and occasionally working on retakes. We really value can-do attitudes here at Lighthouse. If you’re someone who thinks outside the box and looks for solutions, not problems, then you’ll fit right in! What you'll be doing Study the animation style of the production as well as the animation supervisor’s brief on the objectives of each scene. Animate an assigned number of frames as per quota per week, comprising multiple passes and approval by the animation supervisor/lead and animation director. Please note that quota can vary depending on difficulty and complexity of the assigned scene, which will be assessed by the production department and the relevant supervisor Follow the instructions of both the animation supervisor/lead and the production manager in order to meet creative standards and production deadlines Communicate any problems to the animation supervisor, production manager and production coordinator Communicate progress of work to the animation supervisor, production manager and production coordinator Ensure quality and style of show is consistently achieved in animation work and that all notes/retakes are added Support junior crew members occasionally, as per supervisor's request Follow exact procedures set by Lighthouse Studios (i.e. file naming and storage) according to the production's guidelines What we're looking for 3+ years of Professional Studio experience as a Character animator Professional Experience working with Toon Boom Harmony Rigs Strong understanding of traditional 2D principles Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work Attention to detail and ability to find solutions Experience with Shotgrid/Flow is considered a plus
- This vacancy is suitable for Remote/Blended working
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Career Level
- Experienced [Non-Managerial]
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