Animation Graduate Scheme
Northern Ireland ScreenUnited KingdomFull-timeTemporaryGraduate
ANIMATION GRADUATE PLACEMENT SCHEME
12 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT
Northern Ireland Screen is partnering with a range of studios across Northern Ireland’s animation sector to offer graduate placements to applicants who have completed an animation-related FE/HE course this year (e.g. graduated or finished your course by 01/06/2026)
The Graduate placements are for 12 months, full-time and paid (Real Living Wage), with the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting animation projects in Northern Ireland.
There are 3 placement opportunities available with a number of local animation studios. Applicants can apply for multiple placements if they meet the essential criteria.
JAM Media – Trainee 3D Generalist
ALT Animation – Trainee Junior Background Artist
Flickerpix - Trainee 2D Generalist
Interviews will take place between July and August 2026, with placements commencing in September 2026. This is dependent on the studios’ work schedules.
Who is eligible to apply?
To be eligible for this programme, you must be able to confirm that you:
Have completed an animation-related FE/HE course this year (e.g. graduated or finished your course by 01/06/2026)
Are currently resident in Northern Ireland
Are aged 18 or over
Are available to participate in the programme on a fulltime basis from September 2026 to September 2027.
Have studied a course relevant to the animation sector, for example: Animation; Computer Animation; Digital Art & Animation; Games, Animation & VFX Skil
Please note this is a full-time programme and is not compatible with full time study during this period. If you are unable to meet these requirements, your application will not be progressed.
* Please only apply if you meet all the essential criteria. If you don’t meet the essential criteria, your application will be deemed ineligible *
APPLICATION PROCESS:
For detailed job descriptions for each opportunity, please consult the Animation Graduate Candidate Pack.
* Please include a link to your portfolio in your application*
The application should be made using the online application form via GETGOT. Candidates unable to use the online form should contact Northern Ireland Screen HR by emailing HR@northernirelandscreen.co.uk for further advice and support.
Northern Ireland Screen is an equal opportunities employer and has recently become a signatory member of the equality charter, Diversity Mark NI. We are committed to our improving our provisions to improve Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at Northern Ireland Screen
12 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT
Northern Ireland Screen is partnering with a range of studios across Northern Ireland’s animation sector to offer graduate placements to applicants who have completed an animation-related FE/HE course this year (e.g. graduated or finished your course by 01/06/2026)
The Graduate placements are for 12 months, full-time and paid (Real Living Wage), with the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting animation projects in Northern Ireland.
There are 3 placement opportunities available with a number of local animation studios. Applicants can apply for multiple placements if they meet the essential criteria.
JAM Media – Trainee 3D Generalist
ALT Animation – Trainee Junior Background Artist
Flickerpix - Trainee 2D Generalist
Interviews will take place between July and August 2026, with placements commencing in September 2026. This is dependent on the studios’ work schedules.
Who is eligible to apply?
To be eligible for this programme, you must be able to confirm that you:
Have completed an animation-related FE/HE course this year (e.g. graduated or finished your course by 01/06/2026)
Are currently resident in Northern Ireland
Are aged 18 or over
Are available to participate in the programme on a fulltime basis from September 2026 to September 2027.
Have studied a course relevant to the animation sector, for example: Animation; Computer Animation; Digital Art & Animation; Games, Animation & VFX Skil
Please note this is a full-time programme and is not compatible with full time study during this period. If you are unable to meet these requirements, your application will not be progressed.
* Please only apply if you meet all the essential criteria. If you don’t meet the essential criteria, your application will be deemed ineligible *
APPLICATION PROCESS:
For detailed job descriptions for each opportunity, please consult the Animation Graduate Candidate Pack.
* Please include a link to your portfolio in your application*
The application should be made using the online application form via GETGOT. Candidates unable to use the online form should contact Northern Ireland Screen HR by emailing HR@northernirelandscreen.co.uk for further advice and support.
Northern Ireland Screen is an equal opportunities employer and has recently become a signatory member of the equality charter, Diversity Mark NI. We are committed to our improving our provisions to improve Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at Northern Ireland Screen
The closing date for applications is Friday the 19th of June 2026
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