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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Flying Bark Productions is a dynamic and innovative animation studio dedicated to pushing the boundaries of character animation and storytelling. We are working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Ghostbusters animated series and Stranger Things animated series as well as upcoming feature film, Zac Power.</span><span style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\"><br></span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The 3D Animation Lead role involves managing and guiding a team of animators on a show, acting as the main contact between production and supervisors, and ensuring smooth communication and workflow. This role requires strong leadership skills, technical knowledge of animation tools (especially Maya), and the ability to solve creative and technical challenges while meeting deadlines. 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