Job Summary:
Spacetoon Education is looking for a dynamic and experienced Animation Team Lead to oversee the animation pipeline and guide a talented team of animators in producing engaging, high-quality content for children's educational programming. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, and creative vision, with a passion for storytelling and child-focused learning.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and lead a team of animators, ensuring smooth workflow and creative alignment across all projects.
Review storyboards, animatics, and final animations to maintain quality and consistency with the Spacetoon visual identity.
Set clear artistic and technical direction for each animation project.
Provide mentorship, performance feedback, and support to junior and senior animators.
Collaborate closely with the design teams to align animation with educational goals.
Oversee project timelines and resource planning to meet production deadlines.
Establish and maintain animation guidelines and best practices.
Troubleshoot production challenges and ensure efficient resolution across the team.
Qualifications & Skills:
6+ years of professional experience in animation, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
Strong proficiency in Moho (Anime Studio) and Toon Boom Harmony.
Deep understanding of animation principles, rigging, and character performance.
Experience working on content aimed at children or educational audiences.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
Knowledge of animation production pipelines and version control practices.
Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., ClickUp) is a plus.