2D FX Animator

Job Descriprtion

Boulder Media is on the lookout for a 2D FX Animator. 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. The closing date for applications is the 6th of April 2026.

About us

Established in 2000, Boulder Media has become one of Ireland's largest animation studios. Combining our passion, expertise, and experience, we believe in the power of our creativity and our ability to deliver world-class animated entertainment experiences. Boulder has produced many great shows, including Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends, The Amazing World of Gumball, El Tigre, Wander Over Yonder, My Little Pony: Pony Life, DC Super Hero Girls, Transformers Cyberverse, Danger Mouse, Cat Burglar, and the Netflix hit feature film – My Little Pony: A New Generation.

About our culture

Boulder Media is not only a very hard-working creative studio, but we also have a jam-packed social calendar. From celebrating the end of each show with wrap parties to our famous Halloween fancy dress and Christmas celebrations to bake-offs, table quizzes, dungeons & dragons, online and offline meet-ups, and sketch-ups. We put on cultural events to celebrate our international staff and make them feel at home, away from home. What makes Boulder Media special is the people that fill the studio and bring life to everything we do. Boulder is a family, a very nurturing and open space for all to come and be themselves and express who they are through creativity. We would love you to be part of our animation adventure!

About the role 

The primary role of the 2D FX Animator is to ensure the Animation Director, FX Supervisor, and FX Lead's direction is being met from Animatic to Final Animation. The role involves animating with care and consideration and maintaining the required style and quality of animation while hitting deadlines. 

Skills & Other Requirements 

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop a clear understanding of the show being produced by watching the animatics and studying the provided reference material, which provides you with an understanding of the tone of the show. 
• Designing FX appropriate to the style of the show, keeping colour, scale, and technical specifications in mind throughout and in a timely manner. 
• Ensuring work files and folders are organised efficiently. 
• Follow all file naming conventions and set up all files in line with the established production system. 
• Utilise FX concepts and video libraries when creating new FX. 
• Identify and reuse existing effects where necessary. 
• Ensure work is completed on schedule and to production standards. 
• Review workload and communicate any issues to the FX Lead. 
• Complete retakes in a timely manner to the highest standard.   
• Propose and use creative solutions for FX that match the quality and expectations of the production. 
• 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, such as (but not limited to) training, learning and development initiatives, and mentoring.  
• Any other duties company management may, from time to time, deem necessary and reasonably require. 

What would we look for? 

• Prior FX Animation experience is essential. A showreel and portfolio that demonstrates your skills in animation will be required. 
• A strong grasp of the basic FX animation fundamentals. 
• Problem-solving skills. 
• A great work ethic. 
• Solid drawing skills. 
• Be able to work to a weekly quota. 
• Be detail-oriented. 
• Be able to work within/to a production schedule. 
• Good interpersonal skills. 
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written. 

What do we offer? 

• Competitive salary, depending on skills and experience.
• 21 days' holidays per annum (pro rata).
• An extra paid day off for Good Friday each year.
• An extra paid day off for Christmas Eve 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.
• Flexi Benefit towards Health Insurance / Gym Membership.
• Hybrid Working model.
• Full access to the DCM Learning Platform for learning needs.
• Bike-to-Work Scheme.

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 [email protected] to request accommodation.