Junior VFX Artist

The Role:

We are looking for a Junior VFX Artist to join us on the production of an exciting stop-frame animated series.

This role is ideally suited to someone hoping to develop their skills across all areas of VFX including both 2D and 3D with mentoring and support provided in developing areas.

The Candidate:

This role will provide support to both the Comp and CG Teams. This is a varied role - prepping plates for comp, geometry tracking and prepping scenes for CG animation. The role will also involve some work on the studio floor - scanning sets & props and capturing texture reference for CG.

The right candidate will already be working as a Compositor in Nuke and will have a keen interest in all aspects of VFX and in particular, an interest in VFX for stop-frame animation.

Please see a full role profile below.

We will be reviewing applications for interview as they’re submitted. 

Closing Date for applications is Friday 21^st March 2025.

About Aardman:

Aardman is an independent and multi-Academy Award® and BAFTA® award winning studio. It produces feature films, series, advertising, games and interactive entertainment.

Its productions are global in appeal, novel, entertaining, brilliantly characterised and full of charm reflecting the unique talent, energy and personal commitment of the Aardman team. The studio’s work is often imitated, and yet the company continues to lead the field producing a rare brand of visually stunning content for cinema, broadcasters, digital platforms and live experiences around the world.

In November 2018, Aardman became an Employee Owned organisation, ensuring that the studio remains independent and securing the creative legacy and culture of the company for the future.

Our Diversity & Inclusion Charter is our commitment to building a workforce that is truly reflective of society, underpinned by the belief that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential in delivering on our mission: to create entertainment for all and to be the most inspirational animation company in the world. We welcome applications from all individuals and are always happy to discuss flexible working needs.  We've signed the Age-friendly Employer Pledge, a nationwide programme run by the Centre for Ageing Better to make workplaces age-friendly, and Aardman is also proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a Living Wage Employer.