Boulder Media seeking Incidental Character Artist

Boulder Media is on the lookout for an Incidental Character Artist. It is a full-time, specified-purpose role with hybrid working arrangements (i.e., remote and in-studio working). The successful candidate will be available to start immediately and is required to be based in Ireland. The closing date for applications is the 16th of November 2025.

About the role

The Incidental Character Artist is responsible for creating and maintaining all incidental characters and stills, including any associated props required for the production. This role reports to the Background Animation Lead and forms part of the Design/Animation department, working closely with the Rigging and Design (Cleanup) teams to ensure all incidental artwork aligns with the show’s visual style and production standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Review animatics, creative notes, and relevant materials before starting assignments.

- Ensure all assigned assignments are clearly understood before beginning work.

- Check all breakdowns and reuse libraries werepossible.

- Draw incidental/background characters directly in Toon Boom Harmony to populate scenes.

- Providedrawnincidentals fromtheanimatics.

- Work closely with thedesign andRiggingTeam to provideadditionalartwork asneeded.

- Provide drawn incidentals from animatics and developadditionalposes, expressions, hands, props, and alternate views whenrequired.

- Adhereto the design and style ofthe show.

- Maintainline quality throughoutdesigns.

- Meet all deadlines asassigned/determinedby the ProductionManager.

- Organise and name files according to approved conventions and archive correctly onftrackand relevant servers.

- Keep design libraries organised and updatedas perProductionTeaminstructions.

- Adapt techniquesin accordance withnew developments in theincidentaldepartment.

- Occasionallyassistwith light animation (e.g., blinks, small movements, or reuse animation).

- As part of your continuous development, you are expected to keep up to date with the latest initiatives and developments in your area of expertise/role through such as (but not limited to) training, learning and development initiatives and mentoring.

- Any other duties company management may, from time to time,deemnecessary andreasonably require.

What would we look for?

- No prior experience necessary; however, a portfoliodemonstratingstrong drawing skills isrequired.

- Basic knowledge ofdrawing inToon Boom Harmony is preferable but notessential.

- A good knowledge ofPhotoshop.

- Strong observational skills and an excellent aptitude for drawing.

- Ability to work in ateam.

- Good timemanagement skills and an ability to work todeadlines.

- Must be flexible, willing to learn andself-motivated.

- Be able to work within weekly quotasand productionschedules.

- Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills.

- Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

What do we offer?

- Competitive salary, depending on skills and experience.

- 21 days’ holiday per annum (pro rata).

- An extra day off for Good Friday each year.

- Time off for Christmas.

- Paid sick leave.

- Enhanced Maternity/Paternity package.

- Death-In-Service Benefit.

- Employee Assistance Programme.

- Vision/Eye Care.

- Temporary Remote Work Abroad.

- Various in-house social events such as Cake & Fruit Day, Screening nights, Games nights, to name a few.

Boulder Media is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All applicants, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race, or membership of the Travelling Community, will be given equal consideration for employment based on their skills, experience, and potential.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at jobs@bouldermedia.tv to request accommodation.

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