2D FX Designer F/M

• Contract type: Temporary contract - 12 months
• Work time: Full time
• Location: Santa Cruz de Tenerife
• From: 01.12.2025

Company Description

ATLANTIS ANIMATION is an animation studio based in the heavenly Canary Island of Tenerife. A combination of creative talent and technology definitely distinguishes us as a different studio to produce high quality animated series and feature films. We produced the sensational series Tara Duncan and Miraculous Ladybug season 5, both broadcasted on Disney Channel and Disney +.

 

We are now getting ready for an absolutely new captivating project, the series 'Messi and the Giants', produced by Sony Music Vision, Sony Pictures Television Kids and Leo Messi Management, and broadcasted by Disney. An epic saga where a young boy named Leo is transported from his home in Argentina into a fantastical alternate universe. 

 

If you love animation challenges and unexpected adventures, and if you feel you have that special inner magic spark, we want to hear from you!

Job Description

Atlantis Animation is looking for a skilled and passionate Mid-level 2D FX Designer to join our growing team for the upcoming series Messi and the Giants. This is a high-profile international 3D project, blending imaginative storytelling, strong character development, and top-quality animation.

 

As a 2D FX Designer, you will be responsible for creating and designing high-quality FX elements that enhance the storytelling and visual appeal of the series. You will collaborate closely with the creative and technical teams to develop stylized 2D effects that integrate seamlessly within a 3D environment.

 

Type of contract: Fixed-term Employee contract. 

Location: Preferably on-site in Tenerife. Remote work may be considered as long as you are a Canarian resident or if you're willing to register your residence (empadronamiento) in Tenerife, as this is a key requirement for this position.

Main Responsabilities and Requirements

Main Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Director and creative Supervisors to establish and drive the look and animation of the visual FX for the series;
• Design and animate 2D/3D FX elements such as fire, smoke, water, dust, magic, and other atmospheric or stylized effects.
• Produce clear FX briefs and design packages to communicate intent and maintain consistency across the team.
• Ensure FX are visually appealing, technically sound, and aligned with the artistic direction of the project.
• Work with compositing and lighting teams to ensure proper integration of 2D FX into 3D-rendered scenes.
• Develop and maintain an FX library for reusable assets and to ensure stylistic continuity.
• Support look development and contribute creative ideas to enhance visual storytelling.
• Manage time efficiently to meet production deadlines and maintain a high-quality standard under schedule constraints.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a 2D FX Designer on a fully 3D animated series or feature film is required.
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as After Effects, Toon Boom Harmony, TVPaint, or similar.
• Understanding of particle systems, fluid dynamics, rigid body simulations, volumetric effects, and procedural animation techniques.
• Solid artistic eye for motion, shape, timing, and visual impact.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and adapt to different artistic styles.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• A valid EU/Spanish work permit is required.
• Ability to work either on-site in our beautiful Tenerife studio or remotely, provided the candidate is officially registered (empadronado