Join us and see your name in the credits of international movies

Working with us at SOLA ANIMATION means working with acclaimed directors on internationally renowned productions.

Staff we are looking for

Ideal candidate

Fostering open communication among the various teams at SOLA ANIMATION is one of our top priorities.

We are looking for someone who thinks beyond their own role and considers every step of the anime production process.
We believe gaining a broad perspective on creative work not only makes your own contributions more compelling but also helps you grow into the professional you aspire to be.

Support provided

SOLA ANIMATION aims at creating a work environment where everyone can fully demonstrate their abilities and can have fun in their work. We provide various support to achieve this:

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Employment Flow

The hiring process is identical for both new graduates and mid-career applicants. Offers will be determined based on the documents you have provided us with, and the results of the job interview.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, feel free to contact us on the form dedicated to recruitment.

• STEP1
  Application
• STEP2
  Screening of documents
• STEP3
  Interview
• STEP4
  Job offer

Staff wanted

We are currently seeking for those who have a visa to work in Japan, and can commute to our office in Tokyo.
(There are no openings for remote positions at the moment.)

Production Department

Hiring job categories

1. ① Animation Production Coordinator (Experienced, New Graduate)
   You will be responsible for the following animation production processes according to the style of each work:
   ・Management of the production schedule for the assigned episodes
   ・Sales and production requests to animators
   ・Quality check
   *As the production flow differs for each title, a flexible mindset and proactive communication are required.
   
   Software & Skills: Microsoft Office / Google tools (Spread Sheet / Document) / Autodesk Flow Production Tracking (formerly ShotGrid) / Asana
   (Preferred) Communication skills in English.
2. ② Animation Drawing Staff (Experienced candidates will be hired. *Inexperienced candidates are negotiable.)
   You will be responsible for drawing animation work such as layout, key animation, and in-between animation. Hand-drawn and digital animation are both acceptable.
   *Digital animators must have experience working with digital animation software such as CLIP STUDIO PAINT.
   
   Only experienced candidates will be hired as drawing staff.

Qualifications

1. ① Animation Production Coordinator
   Experienced candidates will be hired. *New graduates can also apply.
2. ② Animation Drawing Staff
   Experienced candidates will be hired. *Inexperienced candidates are negotiable.

Working conditions

Freelance contract (Gyomuitaku keiyaku) for each position.
*Negotiation possible for employee contract

Place

Ichigaya studio, Tokyo (5min walk from Ichigaya station)

Monthly salary

From 220,000 JPY a month
*The amount will be fixed according to experience and skills

Recommended working hours

10:00 – 19:00 (one-hour break)
*It is recommended to work during the same hours as other staff and creators, as cooperation is essential.
*These working hours may be adjusted according to the production schedule

How to apply

Please provide the following documents and contact us through this Google form

• CV　job：①②
• A record of your previous experience (if it applies)　job：①②
• A portfolio/Demo Reel with work (videos or images) you have been involved in.　job：②
• Application essay “About the position you would like to apply for in the animation industry”, please submit your thoughts in the form of an essay. (within 400 characters)　job：①

Selection process

Document screening, Interview (1-2 times)

Number of applicants

A few people