Job Type: Contract

📍 London, NW1 7AA | 💼 Flexible, Hybrid, or Remote🗓️ Start Date: January 2026💰 Estimated Salary: £39,948/year About Blue ZooBlue Zoo is one of the UK’s leading, multi-award-winning CG animation studios — home to BAFTAs, an Annie, and an Emmy. As the first major animation studio to achieve B Corp certification, we champion wellbeing, flexibility, diversity, and meaningful creative culture. Role Overview Blue Zoo is seeking an experienced Storyboard Artist to bring narrative, staging, character, and comedy to life. You’ll work closely with Directors, Supervisors, and Writers to craft dynamic, coherent, story-driven boards for upcoming productions. What You’ll Do Create clear, finished storyboards aligned with the Director’s vision Collaborate with Writing and Supervising teams to refine narrative & comedy Apply sharp comedic timing from scripts Maintain consistent, on-model character drawings Implement fixes and feedback quickly and accurately What You Need (Must-Haves) Strong narrative & drawing skills (staging, character, comedy) Proficiency in PanelForge Excellent understanding of perspective, layout & composition Solid storytelling instincts and staging knowledge Ability to express emotion and comedy through boards Prior animation industry production experience Reliable, calm, and deadline-driven Bonus Skills Self-motivated, receptive to feedback Clear communicator Collaborative and independent working ability Strong attention to detail Why Join Blue Zoo? 🏆 Multi-year Best Places to Work in TV winner💙 Comprehensive benefits + wellbeing support🎞️ Profit share (after 2+ years)🌱 Investment in creative talent (self-funded shorts programme)

Mikros Animation – 2D | Montreal, QC, Canada | Contract Mikros Animation is looking for a Mid Compositing Artist to join the team for the production of TMNT 2. You’ll handle medium–high complexity shots, working closely with supervisors and multiple departments to deliver polished, high-quality final images. Key Responsibilities Production Composite renders, matte paintings & FX in Nuke Maintain clean, optimized Nuke scripts Meet all technical specs & pipeline standards Apply feedback efficiently with strong attention to detail Track shot progress accurately using production tools Collaboration Communicate with teams in Montreal, Paris & global partners Work closely with Lighting, FX, and other departments Support junior artists when needed Qualifications Strong Nuke skills, including AOV/multi-pass workflows Ability to manage multiple shots and deadlines Strong eye for composition, color & seamless integration Understanding of 3D pipeline (Lighting, FX, Rendering) Problem-solving mindset & technical autonomy Team-oriented, receptive to feedback Basic English communication for global collaboration Nice to Have Scripting (TCL, Python) Experience with ShotGrid or similar tools Knowledge of color theory, lighting & photography

Location: London, EC2A 4DD (Old Street)Type: Contract Hybrid: Min. 2 days/week in-studioSalary: ~£41,489/year (Estimated)Hours: 9:30–6:30 or 10:00–7:00, Mon–FriApply: Easy Apply About the Studio One of Us is a renowned visual effects studio creating high-end work for feature films and episodic projects. We’re searching for an experienced FX Technical Director to join our London team and help craft the next wave of cinematic magic. What You’ll Do Build advanced FX: procedural systems, dynamic simulations, particle/fluid effects—primarily in Houdini. Script and pipeline: write tools, debug sims, develop shaders (Python + Linux knowledge very welcome). Light and render complex elements, including creature FX and heavy particle setups. Handle moderate compositing tasks in Nuke (keying, integrations, fixes). Troubleshoot creatively—anticipate issues, propose solutions, and keep shots moving. Communicate clearly during dailies: updates, blockers, next steps. What You Bring Proven feature film or high-end VFX experience. Strong Houdini expertise with advanced simulation and expression-building skills. Solid Python/pipeline abilities and shader development knowledge. A sharp aesthetic sense and the technical chops to craft the intended look. Calm, collaborative energy—able to take direction, support teammates, and work independently when needed. Perks & Benefits 25 days annual leave + bank holidays 2 paid volunteering days Hybrid work setup (minimum 2 in-office days) Pension + life insurance Medicash health cover A lively studio culture with wrap parties and regular events Eligibility A full, valid UK work permit is required. If you need sponsorship, please mention this clearly in your application.