This role is ideal for a highly skilled animator specializing in Toon Boom Harmony rigging and asset creation, available for part-time work from October to December. The position is primarily remote, with occasional in-person sessions in London, making it suitable for candidates willing to travel as needed. You will take the lead on developing a photoreal animal character pipeline, preparing 2D photo assets in Adobe Photoshop and assembling detailed cut-out puppets in Toon Boom Harmony. The role requires a proactive approach to asset management and a keen eye for anatomical accuracy, ensuring all rigs are robust and production-ready for advanced neural video processes.
Responsibilities
- Lead the creation of photoreal animal character rigs using Toon Boom Harmony
- Prepare and retouch 2D photo assets in Adobe Photoshop for rigging
- Develop orthographic turnarounds and camera specifications for animal reference photoshoots
- Ingest, curate, and organize hero plates for asset production
- Complete detailed layer breakdowns and joint under-painting for accurate articulation
- Set up dialogue phonemes and multi-angle rigs for animation pipelines
- Collaborate with production teams to ensure assets meet technical and creative requirements
- Attend occasional studio sessions in London as required
Skills And Requirements
- Expert proficiency in Toon Boom Harmony, including Node View and advanced deformers
- Strong Photoshop retouching and asset preparation skills
- Demonstrated experience creating accurate character turnarounds and anticipating joint articulation limits
- Proven ability to build robust, multi-angle rigs for complex animation workflows
- Experience with photoreal animal character pipelines is highly desirable
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with remote teams
- Willingness to travel to London for occasional studio sessions
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Freelance Animator – Toon Boom Rigs (Remote, London) employer: Twine
The Agency UK offers a dynamic and supportive work environment for creative professionals, particularly in the realm of video editing. With a focus on employee growth and development, team members are encouraged to explore their creativity while working on diverse projects that showcase properties and brands. The remote nature of this role allows for flexibility, making it an ideal opportunity for those seeking a meaningful and rewarding career in media.
