Calling all Creative Sparks for jobs in Edinburgh

Posted by Sara Dodd

Here’s a number of opportunities that could really bring your creative abilities to the fore…

Django Films, George Street, Edinburgh

Django Films is the flagship film studio of Sylvain Chomet, writer and director of the Academy Award nominated Les Triplettes de Belleville. Now located in Edinburgh, having moved recently from Paris (well wouldn’t you?), they are looking for a number of people to join them in their creative studios.

System Administrator

All–round IT systems administrator to be responsible for the day to day management, security, configuration and scaling of data storage and a modest network of workstations and a renderfarm. You should have some familiarity with a broad range of creative software packages and open source software and have good Windows and Linux LAN/WAN networking knowledge. Scripting ability is an asset for the streamlining of the creative workflow. Familiarity with working in a creative media environment is an advantage but is not essential.To apply: Send your cv and cover letter to jobs@djangofilms.co.uk with IT in the subject box, by Friday 9th February 2007.

Senior Animators

For this role, they are looking for animators with experience of working in a professional studio. This is essential. By senior, they mean at least 2 production credits on feature films as a lead animator/ animator. However, they do consider this as a guide only. They look at portfolios and showreels in their own right and are looking for talent and not just production credits. See below for how to apply.

Art / Layout Department

For all artists in the art department, Django looks for excellent traditional drawing ability, as well as additional specific skills such as graphic design or computer software knowledge including Photoshop and Corel Painter.

Set Dresser

Artist required with excellent graphic design skills for detailed design work. Computer skills with Photoshop would be an advantage, but it is more important to be able to demonstrate examples of a high level of drawing skills.

To apply For all the above positions, please apply in writing (enclosing a portfolio and showreel where applicable) to: Django Films, Recruitment, 62 George Street, 2nd Floor . Edinburgh, EH2 2LR

Tell them which job you’re applying for

• Remember to provide your postal address, email and telephone contacts as well as contacts for referees.
• For co-production reasons, please state your nationality on your application.

Please use universally accepted formats for showreels – DVD’s, CD-ROM’s, Quicktime, AVI files and VHS will be accepted. No exotic formats please or they won’t get seen! Django thanks everyone who applies, but only candidates selected for tests will be contacted. No telephone enquiries please.

Business Development Managers, QMU /Napier, Edinburgh
Salary: circa £30,000

Napier and Queen Margaret Universities are collaborating to initiate a shared commercialisation support service project across both institutions. Known as the ‘ 2kT Project’ it will be a 3-year partnership and they are recruiting for a number of roles including a Head of the 2kT Project and 5 Business Development Managers. One of the new Business Development Managers required for the Creative Industries sector, with responsibilities, including but not limited to design, digital media, cultural engagement, computing, music, drama, theatre, film and screenwriting. Applications packs are available from Dr McGuckin, tel: 0131- 455 6300 or e-mail: b.mcguckin@napier.ac.uk. Closing date: 9 February 2007.

Database and IT Officer, Napier University, Edinburgh
Salary: £17,985 to £20,211

Napier University’s strategy for growth has invested in a Development Office to increase opportunities to raise money from private sources and to grow the alumni function. This is a crucial role to effectively grow the Development and Alumni database which underpins all activity within the Development office. You will be responsible for all IT support within the department including the development and maintenance of our website. Excellent project management skills coupled with good interpersonal and communication skills are a pre- requisite of this role. If you have significant experience of maintaining and developing relational databases, preferably in the education or not-for-profit sectors then we would like to hear from you. Closing date: 14 February 2007. Application packs for the above role are available from Judith Fleming, tel: 0131- 455 6332 or e- mail: j.fleming@napier.ac.uk

IT Developer, University of Edinburgh
Salary: £26,666 to £31,840 (1 year fixed-term)
Ref: 3006922SC

The University of Edinburgh requires an IT Developer with a degree in IT or an IT- related subject to develop and support software applications. Experience in web- based development in a commercial setting ( post- University) is essential. We are looking for a driven, well- organised developer with strong communication skills and a keen interest in IT development. Closing date: 9 February 2007. Apply online, or telephone the recruitment line on 0131 650 2511.

Software Developer, Nexus Software, Dunfermline

Nexus Software is the world leader in retail banking device middleware. Their products are key elements in the migration from proprietary to open banking solutions. They are currently looking for a software developer to join our team in the Dunfermline office. The successful candidate will have experience with C++ and COM. Any existing skills in XFS, retail banking applications or EMV would be beneficial. An excellent salary and benefits package will be on offer to the successful candidate, who should also be willing to travel abroad. Reply enclosing your CV and current remuneration package to: Email to cmcgeady@nexussoft.co.uk

Web Applications Developer, Edinburgh
Salary: £26 – 30k (2 year fixed-term contract)

Edinburgh – based company looking for a Web Apps Developer/Analyst to join their team. You should have strong Oracle knowledge and a proven track record working with PL/SQL. You will also need to demonstrate strong software development skills using either Cold Fusion or Java (J2SE). You will work as a member of the Development Team delivering high quality IT projects to internal customers, with duties including analysis, design, development, testing and documentation of web-based applications. Good communication skills and in particular an ability to communicate technical solutions to colleagues and customers are highly desirable. Contact Phill Gillespie, at Spring Technology on tel: 0131 524 9000 with ref: 112317-206987GJSA