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Flying Bark Productions Recruitment Manager

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.

This is a fixed term contract position that may be performed remotely from anywhere within Australia (no offshore remote available), with working hours aligned to Sydney time. 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.

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
• We have an industry leading studio space in Alexandria, complete with a cinema, quiet room, Zen Garden, games room, and state of the art animation facilities
• Breakfast is served daily - on us!
• We have cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a culture club dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar!
• The Barkers have big hearts too, with our Paws for a Cause fundraising arm raising much needed funds for charities such as Beyond Blue, RSPCA and the Cancer Council
• 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!
• You'll have access to mental health resources and free counselling via our Employee Assistance Provider, Support Act
• Enjoy holistic wellbeing support through discounted health insurance with Bupa, financial wellbeing initiatives from our superannuation partner Media Super, and access to staff qualified in Mental Health First Aid

Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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