Pre Production Manager / 2D, VFX & Post Production Manager (Hybrid/Transitional Role) – Series

Start Date: February 2026

Full Time: 45 hours per week

Contract: Fixed Term Contract until March 2027

Salary: Dependant on experience

Location: Aztec West and Gas Ferry Road Studios, Bristol

The Role:

An exciting opportunity to work across the Pre-Production of a Stop Frame / 2D Hybrid Series for Aardman Animations and then transition into managing the 2D, VFX and Visual Postproduction on that Series.

You will be responsible for the management of all areas of Pre-Production on the project ensuring both the requirements of the Production and the needs of Directors, Producers and Studio Partner on the project are met within the agreed budget and schedule. This will include supporting in areas of Scripting, Story & Edit, Puppets, Art, R&D, 2D, VFX & Comp. 

After the Pre-Production phase, the role will then transition into managing the 2D process, VFX and compositing of the series. You will ensure effective management of all relevant production information to all appropriate departments

Please see the role profile attached for further details about the role and the breakdown of responsibilities. 

The Candidate:

The successful candidate will have previous Production Management experience, preferably at series or features level. You will have experience in scheduling and managing VFX/Comp in Flow Production Tracking (Shotgrid) and excellent knowledge of the Pre-Production process to ensure the creative and management choices accurately reflect the schedule, budget and required quality / tone of the project. 

We are looking for someone who is confident / proactive but with a friendly approach and who has ability to handle difficult situations in a calm and diplomatic manner.  Excellent (proven) Scheduling / Budget skills is a must. 

Please see a full role profile below.

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

Closing Date for applications is close of play Thursday 5th January 2026. 

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.