1-2 years of leadership experience in 2D animation production.
Strong portfolio showcasing 2D animation skills and storytelling.
Extensive experience with Toon Boom Harmony.
Deep understanding of traditional 2D animation principles.
Proficient in character acting, including subtle expressions and dynamic movement.
Ability to provide constructive feedback to artists.
Strong problem-solving skills with a creative approach.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Animation Director to uphold the creative vision.
Mentor and guide 2D animators to ensure quality and consistency.
Review and provide feedback on animation performance and execution.
Communicate Director notes and incorporate feedback into animations.
Assist the team in overcoming creative and technical challenges.
Collaborate across departments to meet animation milestones.
Facilitate team knowledge sharing and maintain a collaborative atmosphere.
Benefits
Flexible work environment.
Extended health and wellness coverage from day one.
RRSP matching program.
Full Job Description
Bardel Entertainment Inc. is producing an exciting new preschool animated series this fall. Created for young audiences, the series combines engaging storytelling, memorable characters, and original music in partnership with a prominent content creator. As we prepare for launch, we are expanding our animation team to help bring this world to life through expressive, high-quality character animation.
Role Overview:
We are looking for a 2D Animation Artist with experience in Toon Boom Harmony to create expressive, engaging character animation for a preschool audience. Working from storyboards and production-ready rigs, you will bring characters to life through strong acting, appealing poses, and thoughtful timing while collaborating with Directors and Supervisors to deliver high-quality animation that supports the creative vision of the series.
What You'll Do:
Work closely with the Animation Director to support the creative vision, style, and quality of the production.
Provide guidance, feedback, and mentorship to 2D Animators, helping maintain consistency and quality across the project.
Review animation work and provide constructive feedback on performance, timing, posing, and overall execution.
Help communicate Director notes and ensure feedback is incorporated into animation sequences.
Support the team in solving creative and technical challenges while maintaining production goals.
Collaborate with the Animation Director, Production, and other departments to ensure animation milestones are achieved.
Share knowledge, contribute to team discussions, and help foster a positive and collaborative environment.
Participate in recruiting and portfolio reviews as needed.
Requirements
What You'll Bring:
1-2 years of experience in a Leadership experience within a 2D Animation production environment.
A strong portfolio demonstrating 2D animation skills, character performance, and storytelling.
Extensive experience using Toon Boom Harmony.
Strong understanding of traditional 2D animation principles and cut-out animation workflows.
Strong character acting skills, including comedy, subtle expressions, and dynamic movement.
Ability to provide clear feedback and collaborate effectively with artists and creative leadership.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to find creative solutions.
Benefits
Start date: early August, 2026 Pay Range: CAD $1600 - $1700 per week
This salary range provided reflects our current expectations for these roles as of this posting's date. Your final salary offer will consider various key factors, including your education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographical location, as well as the needs and requirements of the business.
Flexible work environment, Extended Health and Wellness from day 1, RRSP matching are just some of the benefits. For more details, check out our website.
If this seems like a good fit, what are you waiting for, get your application in!
