At Dashing Bear Productions, we believe it is important that our staff enjoy coming to work. We are a flexible, friendly employer and our mission is to create a happy workplace which gives our clients value and produces great results.
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We are excited to be able to offer this Junior Animator job placement via the Government Kickstart Scheme, which is a fantastic opportunity for anyone aged between 16 and 24 who is currently unemployed.
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The placement will be:
25 hours a week
For a six-month period
Paid the National Minimum Wage
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The Junior Animator will work closely with the Head of Production, and the Production team, working on animations for clients and also the company's own social media content. They will be involved in the design work in advance of animations, as well as helping to storyboard ideas. They will prepare animated elements to work with edits and help on large scale projects, but also will have their own films and edits to cut. They will also be responsible for creation of animations for the company's social media channels, as well as identifying footage from our archive that may be able to be re-purposed for with animations. They will have an active role in the full design process.
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As well animating on Adobe After Effects there will be the opportunity to edit using Adobe Premiere, as well as designing in Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop. As part of this role there may also be the opportunity to attend film shoots.

You will learn about and gain experience in:
The production process from start to finish with a real focus on post-production
Media management and ingesting footage
Work on live edits with sometimes tight deadlines
Working with crew and clients as well as learning about practical elements of production
How to present ideas effectively
You will be given time to see how different areas of the business work, as well as the opportunity to learn and develop your skills in Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop
Participation in team meetings where we discuss projects and brainstorm creative ideas
Experience of working in a small business, developing teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills and building confidence in the workplace
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Qualifications, skills and experience ideally required:?
Degree or qualifications in multimedia, filmmaking or any equivalent experience
A creative and analytical brain and the ability to convey and communicate ideas
The ability to make a decision with conviction, sometimes these decisions need to be made quickly and sometimes need the bravery to step back and really process and understand the gravitas of your decision before jumping in
Knowledge and experience in digital social media platforms
Some working experience of using the Adobe suite: Premiere, After Effects, illustrator and Photoshop is desired
Have good attention to detail and able to work within deadlines
The ability to design assets, and illustrate in different styles
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We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive young person who wants to learn and apply the skills learned at either school, college or university to work on our exciting creative projects.
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If you have studied, worked or are passionate in any of the areas above and you are looking for an opportunity to learn and develop in a fun, friendly and creative environment, then we would love to hear from you.
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What will you gain with the Kickstart Scheme at Dashing Bear Productions?
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You will receive a comprehensive package of experience and support throughout.
First-hand work experience
A personal training and development plan
Ongoing feedback
Employability skills to help you gain confidence and develop your CV or portfolio
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How to apply
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To be eligible for the scheme, applicants must be 16-24, unemployed and in receipt of Universal Credit.
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If you would like to apply, please speak to your employment coach at DWP / Job Centre via your online journal. They will talk you through the opportunity and refer you to apply with your CV and cover letter.
If you think you are eligible for the scheme but not on universal credit then please visit the government website here to apply.
If you have studied, worked or are passionate in any of the areas above and you are looking for an opportunity to learn and develop in a fun, friendly and creative environment, then we would love to hear from you.

What will you gain with the Kickstart Scheme at Dashing Bear Productions?

You will receive a comprehensive package of experience and support throughout.
First-hand work experience
A personal training and development plan
Ongoing feedback
Employability skills to help you gain confidence and develop your CV or portfolio

How to apply

To be eligible for the scheme, applicants must be 16-24, unemployed and in receipt of Universal Credit.

If you would like to apply, please speak to your employment coach at DWP / Job Centre via your online journal. They will talk you through the opportunity and refer you to apply with your CV and cover letter. If you think you are eligible for the scheme but not on universal credit then please visit the government website to apply.