This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated Animator/ Editor to join an experienced team of Producers, Creative Directors, Animators, Content Managers and Technical Directors on an exciting journey in the world of healthcare. Our dedicated project team will collaborate closely with our Environments/ Exhibitions and Creative Teams to create exciting content utilising elements such as sound design, lighting, motion capture recording and virtual reality. This position is available on a 6-month fixed term contract. About the role As a vital part of this special project team you will work closely with the Senior Animator who will provide daily guidance and support. The work will consist of research and development on new creative initiatives and routes, creating samples, tests and reference files as well as quality checking and troubleshooting films from different animators and agencies. You will also provide support on rendering and encoding whilst working closely with the render farm; an attention to detail is crucial for this role. We are looking for someone with good technical and creative ability who will thrive in a busy but supportive working environment to create memorable content for one of our biggest corporate clients. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on large scale project gaining invaluable experience in animation, experiential and technology. The role will be Manchester based but will offer flexible working between our MCR office and home working depending on project needs; there is also potential for international travel to test days and onsite support. What you'll need to have Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (AfterEffects, Premiere Pro, Media Encoder etc.), Cinema 4D 2025, Trapcode Plugins, 3D Particle Systems and Motion Graphics Plugins for AfterEffects Good understanding of video production, including digital technologies and formats Experience with using Apple Mac with good IT skills Knowledge of healthcare industry an advantage but not essential Knowledge of digital workflows and digital transfer methods An interest in learning and adapting to new technologies and ways of working Confidence and a calm demeanor working in a fast-paced, deadline driven production environment Self-motivation with initiative with the ability to work independently A creative approach with a passion for concepting new ideas but equally comfortable with taking direction An excellent attention to detail Confident and flexible team player with good communication skills Ability to recognise what makes great audio and video content Organisational skills and ability to multi-task Ability to develop relationships with team members at all levels An open, honest and friendly tone A bit about us Inizio Engage is a strategic, commercial and creative engagement partner that specializes in healthcare. Our passionate, global workforce augments local expertise and diverse mix of skills with data, science and technology to deliver bespoke engagement solutions that help clients reimagine how they engage with their patients, payers, people and providers to improve treatment outcomes. Engage XD is an unusually shaped communications group that creates experiences that inspire lasting change. We partner with clients to provide employee engagement, learning & training solutions, scientific engagement and capability building, all underpinned by applied behavioural science. We engage internal and external audiences through the creation and delivery of live & virtual experiences, film, digital, and immersive content. Our family of brands is made up of: Emota, Forty1 and Nazarѐ. We believe in our values: We empower everyone | We rise to the challenge | We work as one | We ask what if | We do the right thing, and we will ask you how your personal values align to ours. Benefits We promote opportunities to learn, grow, train and get involved in broader workstreams that add to our work culture as well as a number of reward and recognition initiatives Inizio Engage XD offers a suite of benefits and perks including (but not limited to): Competitive salary 25 days’ annual leave plus public holidays, a personal day and volunteering leave Private Medical Insurance Life Insurance Pension Scheme Hybrid working Group Income Protection LICL Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.