Technical Artist Animation Support Trainee (Animation)

TL;DR

Technical Artist Animation Support Trainee (Animation): Fixing issues and assisting artists with day-to-day processes in 3D animation scenes with an accent on testing libraries and updating technical documentation. Focus on supporting animation workflows, troubleshooting bugs, and staying updated on new studio tools and methodologies.

Location: Madrid, Spain. This is a paid internship that will be held on-site.

Company

hirify.global Madrid is an animation studio dedicated to pushing the limits of collaborative art and storytelling.

What you will do

• Fix issues in assigned scenes and help artists solve simple bugs.
• Review pending tickets and assist with daily department processes, including creating work scenes, publishing work, and preparing renders.
• Test libraries such as Houdini HDAs and prototypes.
• Update basic documentation and technical documentation related to workflows and tools.
• Attend technical meetings to stay updated on new studio tools, pipelines, and workflows.
• Keep up with current artistic methodologies and technology trends.

Requirements

• Strong artistic and/or technical aptitude related to 3D animation.
• Experience in 3D animation Software (Maya, Max, or Houdini).
• Must be available for at least 3 months on-site (Monday to Friday, 35h/week).
• Must be currently enrolled in your last year in an Associate, Bachelor, or Master’s program at an accredited institution.
• High English level.

Nice to have

• Spanish desirable.

Culture & Benefits

• Dynamic, inclusive, and evolving culture welcoming innovative ideas and fostering growth.
• Opportunity to network with Skydance leaders and gain real-world experience.
• Paid internship program.
• Commitment to boldly entertaining and relevant storytelling.