2D FX Artist at Glitch Productions – Australia

About Us Glitch Productions is an independent animation studio based in Australia making original, long form animated shows distributed on Youtube. Our channel has over 18 million subscribers, tens of millions of views per episode and is still growing strong. Our studio is filled with incredibly talented and passionate artists that are determined to change the way animation is produced and treated in the industry. Our biggest IP; Digital Circus, has amassed over 350 million views on the pilot alone and we have a lot more still to come. Role Information We are looking for a talented 2D FX Artist (April start) to bring visual effects to life across our animated projects. In this role, you will collaborate with the art and animation teams to create dynamic, visually compelling effects that enhance the storytelling. You will work in a multi disciplinary team of artists, ensuring that all effects align with the artistic vision and technical standards of the project. Your Duties Will Include Design and animate high-quality 2D effects (such as explosions, smoke, fire, weather, magic, etc.) that fit the style and tone of our projects.Be able to meet deliverables and deadlines by managing your own schedule and time, while displaying technique, style consistency, and performance standards.Work closely with the Art Director and Showrunner to align FX with the overall visual aesthetic and tone of each project.Ensure FX animations are optimized for production pipelines, including proper layering and compatibility with backgrounds, characters, and other assets.Partner with other departments (storyboarding, character animation, 3D FX, compositing, etc.) to integrate effects seamlessly and meet project deadlines.Self review FX assets, offering feedback to maintain high artistic and technical standards.Identify potential technical challenges early in the process and provide creative solutions to overcome them.Help document FX creation methods and assist in refining the pipeline to i...