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2D Animation Lead (YouTube Series)Bardel Entertainment • Vancouver, BC, CA
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2D Animation Lead (YouTube Series)

2D Animation Lead (YouTube Series)

Bardel Entertainment • Vancouver, BC, CA
23 days ago
Salary
CA$1,600.00 weekly
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

OUR STORY


For more than 35 years, Bardel Entertainment has been growing and evolving, yet at our core, we remain grounded in the creative roots of the craft of animation. Our pursuit of fresh ideas, techniques, and technologies is driven by the belief that together, through creativity and collaboration, we can accomplish anything! If you want to be part of an environment that empowers you to experiment, learn, and contribute to exciting projects, come and join us.

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.

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2D Animation Lead (YouTube Series) • Vancouver, BC, CA

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