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Operations

Job Overview:

The role of runner is an entry level position, with no experience required, although an interest in animation and some relevant technical skills is essential. You must be available to work some evenings and weekends. The role of runner is not full time, you can expect to work 2-3 shifts a week (approx. 30 hours). This role is ideally suited so someone looking for their first job in animation as it will give you an invaluable insight into how a busy, successful production company functions.

Job Outline:

Ensuring the office runs smoothly day-to-day
Supporting the COO, Head Runner and Receptionist in any ad hoc tasks throughout the day
Keeping the office and meeting rooms tidy and organised
Supplying refreshments for any client meetings
Making local deliveries and collections
Covering reception when needed
Holding keys and alarm codes to the company building as you will sometimes open up in the mornings and lock up at night
Assisting in research and development on projects where needed
Feed and take our office dogs for walks throughout the day

Job requirements:

An interest in animation/ CG/ visual/ design/ illustration/ documentaries, working knowledge of animation programs such as Maya would be excellent.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook and Excel, adobe products and willingness to learn
Willingness to learn about advertising and commercials production terminology
Knowledge of CG process/ techniques/ terminology an advantage
Good personal and phone manner
Willingness to learn the operation of the company telephone switchboard

Personal skills:

Ambition to work within the animation industry
Helpful, proactive, organised, methodical
Attention to detail
Good communication skills
Good sense of humour
Creative

All applications must be submitted to rebeccas@passion-pictures.com

Start Date: ASAP

Who are we?

Passion is an award-winning independent production company with a 33-year heritage in making animated shorts, commercials, documentary series and features. Founded in London, Passion is a truly international company with studios in Paris, Barcelona and producers in the USA. With world renowned animation talent, an Oscar Winning Feature Documentary team, experiential expertise and a design driven sister-studio, Passion is uniquely positioned to create ground-breaking work for any medium.

Studio

JOB OVERVIEW

The role would consist of internal coordination for projects, specifically Commercials. Seeing a project from start to finish, from concept art, to Coordination of the CG team, through to Delivery. The CG Coordinator will liaise closely with the project Producer, VFX Supervisor, Head of CG and the Artists.

REQUIRMENTS

A minimum of 1 years’ experience in a similar role, Production company, Studio or Post house
Good understanding of CG, Animation, VFX workflows
A high level of organisational skills
Strong communication skills
Ability to multitask quickly and efficiently
Knowledge of scheduling software Shotgun would be an advantage

DUTIES

Work with Head of CG/ Studio Manager and Leads to schedule show and enforce delivery strategy
Attend scheduling meetings and provide daily information on delivery targets
Work with leads/artists to ensure targets are met and deadlines achieved
Chase outstanding elements as per Director/Supervisor/leads request
Work with editorial to ensure all relevant material for the show is correctly located
Generate playlists via Shotgun for daily internal reviews and bi-weekly CG Supervisor reviews
Record and issue feedback
Organise and set up bookings across all shows for internal reviews, CG Supervisor reviews, Director reviews and shot briefs
Conduct daily’s with Leads, taking notes and issuing internally to artists
Responsible for all notes, briefs, procedural changes to shots and committing all relevant data to relevant pages in Shotgun
Report any delays in correlation with the current schedule immediately, work with Producer to amend delivery schedule accordingly
This is a people-facing role and requires someone with the ability to balance and delegate tasks clearly and efficiently.

If you think you would be well suited to this role, please send a cover letter & CV to niaj@passion-pictures.com

JOB OVERVIEW

Passion is an award-winning independent production company with a 35-year heritage in making animated shorts, commercials, documentary series and features. Founded in London, Passion is a truly international company with studios in Paris, Barcelona, and producers in the USA. With world renowned animation talent, an Oscar Winning Feature Documentary team, experiential expertise, and a design driven sister-studio, Passion is uniquely positioned to create ground-breaking work for any medium.

Passion Pictures are looking for Harmony Animators to join an exciting new 2D series. The show is ambitious in both storytelling and visual style.

START DATE: August 2022 – June 2023.

LOCATION: In-house (London) and Remote positions available.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work closely with Directors and leads to create high quality animation.
Participate in episode launches, understand the goals of your scenes and the role they play in the story.
Ensure all deadlines are met, communicating progress of work to production staff.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong sense of character acting, staging, posing, timing, and attention to detail.
Experience with Toon boom Harmony preferred but not essential.
At least two years related experience required.
Ability to align with the style and sensibility of the show.
Strong organisational skills.
Excellent communication skills.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please send a CV and showreel to cardboard.production@passion-pictures.com

JOB OVERVIEW

Passion Pictures are looking for Harmony Comp Artists to join an exciting new 2D series. The show is ambitious in both storytelling and visual style.

START DATE: September 2022 – June 2023.

LOCATION: In-house (London) and Remote positions available.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Composite shots in a team environment, on a sequence of shots, and within a schedule.
Work collaboratively with the design team to troubleshoot and solve issues to get desired final images.
Take direction from Supervisors and Leads.
Ensure all deadlines are met, communicating progress of work to production staff.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with comping in Toon boom Harmony.
At least two years related experience required.
Ability to align with the style and sensibility of the show.
Strong organisational skills.
Excellent communication skills

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please send a CV and showreel to cardboard.production@passion-pictures.com

JOB OVERVIEW

Passion Pictures are looking for Harmony FX Artists to join an exciting new 2D series. The show is ambitious in both storytelling and visual style.

START DATE: August 2022 – June 2023.

LOCATION: In-house (London) and Remote positions available.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work collaboratively with the design team to keep consistency of the unique show style.
Take direction from Directors and leads to create high quality FX animation.
Design FX suitable for the style of the show and time scheduled.
Hand-Animate custom FX for shots in the style of the show.
Ensure all deadlines are met, communicating progress of work to production staff.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with Toon boom Harmony.
At least two years related experience required.
Ability to align with the style and sensibility of the show.
An ability to understand and work within other artists’ scenes.
Strong organisational skills.
Excellent communication skills.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please send a CV and showreel to cardboard.production@passion-pictures.com