Blue Zoo Animation Studio

About the Company

Celebrating over 25 years of Blue Zoo! We’re one of the UK’s leading animation studios with an enviable client list and a shelf full of BAFTAs for our trademark CG character animation. We’ve produced some of the most well-loved kids shows on TV, memorable commercials, and our animated shorts are rapidly gaining recognition for artistry and innovation. Our passion for our craft and storytelling in the most engaging way has always been at the core of what we do, and that integrity has earned us a worldwide reputation for creating brilliant animation for broadcast, commercials and digital content.

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Company Name

Blue Zoo Animation Studio

Job Title

Production Coordinator

Job Description

Job title: Production Coordinator Role Summary: Coordinate and streamline all facets of 3D animation production, acting as the central communication hub between departments and clients, ensuring projects meet schedule, budget, and quality targets. Expectations: * Deliver efficient production planning and troubleshooting * Maintain clear communication across all teams * Keep projects aligned with deadlines and financial constraints * Foster a collaborative, high‑performance environment Key Responsibilities: - Serve as primary liaison among animation departments and client stakeholders. - Plan, monitor, and adjust production pipelines to maximize resource utilisation and meet schedule. - Track progress, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to keep teams on target. - Oversee inter‑departmental coordination, ensuring smooth handoffs and alignment on deliverables. - Maintain up‑to‑date records of production logistics, resource allocation, and budget status. - Contribute to post‑production processes and final delivery workflows. Required Skills: - Strong organisational and multitasking abilities. - Excellent communication and team‑facilitating skills. - Proficiency in production‑management software and Microsoft Office. - IT competence and ability to adapt to new tools. - Self‑motivated, calm under pressure, and able to meet tight deadlines. - Preference for experience in scheduling cross‑department teams, client interaction, long‑form animated series, and financial tracking. Required Education & Certifications: - Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in animation or film production management. - Certifications in production‑management software or project‑management are advantageous. ---

London, United kingdom

On site

08-12-2025

Company Name

Blue Zoo Animation Studio

Job Title

Regional Only | Lead 3D Character Animator

Job Description

Job Title: Lead 3D Character Animator Role Summary: Lead animator responsible for managing a team of 3D character animators, ensuring high‑quality performances, clear storytelling, and timely delivery of animation shots within a TV‑animation production pipeline. Expectations: * Own the creative and technical quality of character animation from blocking to final polish. * Lead, mentor, and develop a small animation team, fostering collaboration and growth. * Maintain communication with animation leadership and production, proactively addressing deadlines and workload concerns. Key Responsibilities: * Direct daily team meetings, track progress, and enforce production schedules. * Review and implement director notes and feedback to refine performances. * Mentor less experienced animators and conduct performance reviews. * Troubleshoot pipeline and animation issues, coordinating with supervisors and leads. * Report team progress, concerns, and well‑being to Head of Animation. * Maintain high creative standards and adherence to brief across all completed shots. Required Skills: * Advanced knowledge of body mechanics, posing, and character performance. * Proficiency in Maya (or equivalent 3D animation software). * Strong time‑management, prioritisation, and organisational abilities. * Excellent communication, motivation, and team‑building skills. * Creative problem‑solving and independent initiative. * Ability to receive and act on constructive feedback. Bonus Skills: * Prior experience as a Lead Animator in a TV animation production. * Scripting knowledge (Python or MEL). * Basic drawing, acting, or dance skills. * Familiarity with Shotgun, FTrack, or similar pipeline tools. * Understanding of a 3D production pipeline. Required Education & Certifications: * Minimum of a university degree (or equivalent) in Animation, Film, Computer Graphics, or related field. * Current right to work in the UK.

London, United kingdom

On site

Senior

11-02-2026