Description
Summary:
Flying Bark Productions is seeking a dynamic recruiter to manage resourcing for exciting animation and film projects, proactively sourcing and engaging top talent.
Highlights:
1. Work on exciting projects like Avatar, Ghostbusters, and Stranger Things.
2. Proactively source and maintain a strong pipeline of creative talent.
3. Contribute to continuous improvement of recruitment processes.
**Flying Bark Productions is a dynamic and innovative animation studio dedicated to pushing the boundaries of character animation and storytelling. We are working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Ghostbusters animated series and Stranger Things animated series, as well as our production Tales From Outer Suburbia by Shaun Tan.**
**Please note this is a fixed term contract position that may be performed remotely from anywhere in Spain. The anticipated start date is late April 2026\.**
**About the role:**
* Work closely with Producers and the HR and Recruitment Manager to deliver production resourcing across animation and film projects
* Manage multiple open roles simultaneously in a fast paced production environment with shifting priorities
* Proactively source candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, industry networks, referrals and direct outreach
* Maintain a strong active pipeline of creative, technical and production talent for current and future animation productions
* Build and maintain a broad network of animation industry contacts with awareness of talent availability, movement and market trends
* Release engaging recruitment advertisements aligned with Company brand guidelines
* Screen, shortlist and assess candidates for technical capability, production fit, availability and team alignment
* Submit shortlisted candidates to Producers and Supervisors with clear recommendations and insights
* Organise and participate in interviews as required and ensure a high quality candidate experience
* Manage end to end candidate communication including rejections, offers and onboarding coordination
* Support Producers with rate benchmarking, offer management and contract negotiations
* Ensure all recruitment activity is accurately tracked and maintained in the ATS
* Assist with documenting, updating and refining studio job descriptions as production needs evolve
* Provide recruitment market insights to Production and People and Culture teams
* Represent the studio at animation industry events, festivals and recruitment initiatives as required
* Contribute to continuous improvement of recruitment processes, tools and workflows
* Develop relationships with universities, institutions and training programs to support early career animation talent pipelines
And all other services as reasonably required by the Production Company.
**About you:**
* Minimum of 3 years experience recruiting within animation, vfx or film
* Proven experience recruiting for creative, technical and production roles within animation
* Strong understanding of animation pipelines, production cycles and role requirements
* Experience working in production environments with high volume and time critical hiring
* Demonstrated recruitment experience within animation, film or VFX environments
* Strong understanding of creative and technical roles across animation, film and VFX pipelines
* Exceptional organisational skills with strong attention to detail
* Proven ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure in fast paced environments
* Advanced experience using ATS platforms
* Strong sourcing capability using LinkedIn Recruiter and other industry tools
* Established industry network with the ability to identify and engage high quality talent
* Strong communication and relationship management skills with candidates and stakeholders
* Confidence in negotiating rates, contracts and start dates with talent and hiring managers
* High level of discretion when handling confidential and commercially sensitive information
* Advanced Microsoft Suite and GSuite skills
* Flexibility, adaptability and willingness to respond to changing production needs
* Strong passion for animation, film, television and the creative production industry.
**What do we do?**
Flying Bark Productions is a renowned independent producer of family\-focused animation entertainment. For over 50 years, our 2D and 3D production facility has created award\-winning feature films and TV series.
**Why work with us?**
* We work on some pretty cool projects \- check out our website: https://www.flyingbark.com.au/
* We love dogs and you will often see some of our regular fluffy companions in the studio.
* We have a hybrid approach to work with flexible work from home days on offer.
* Career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible.
* Our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced \- everyone is welcome and celebrated!
*Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.*