In the Animation industry crunch and tight deadlines are a harsh reality - that might put off some people from wanting to work in the industry.
Or having to work late just to get something done, because of tight deadlines.
THE PLAN
I've been wanting to create my own animation studio for some time now and I finally got the push that I needed to start it!
So welcome in 'GOOD PAW ANIMATION'
HOW WE WOULD OPERATE
DEADLINES: I plan to take away strict deadlines - and instead replace them with what I like to call 'GHOST DEADLINES'
How do they work?
It's simple - when working on a project, would it be an animated show or movie. I would give each team member a Ghost Deadline - which means that if something needs refining or you don't have it finished yet, I would give you more time to work on it, without any consequences. Also before every task I will ask you how long you think it would take to finish it, and I will set the Ghost Deadline with that info.
Also - there wouldn't be any real specific deadlines, only a year (for example just 2027).
WORK HOURS
HOBBYIST -> FULL TIME: If the work we do does well and we continue to grow on YouTube - we would go full time (of course when it's guaranteed to work out).
So we would start as hobbyist, and the work hours are... WHEN YOU CAN. Yes, when you can! Since I know people have their own things or projects, you would work when you can - but still preferably often.
MEETINGS AND WORKSHOP DAYS: I would schedule meetings and workshop days MONTHLY to ensure that work gets done and to check up on how things are moving forward.
FULL TIME: If we can go full time - we will, and you would start to work full time - if you wish!
WORK HOURS WHEN FULL TIME: Usually how long you work in a day can depend - I would simply make it so that you would work 6-7h/day consistenly to eliminate crunch, and to give you free time. Though this is still a thing that I need to figure out and talk to people about - but I will try to keep it this way.
I don't want crunch. And if my deadline method works, then I believe this will too :)
Also, since this is remote - work hours when full time would still be "when you can" most likely.
SOFTWARE: To start of this studio - we would use BLENDER 4.0 (and above) for everything (texturing not included).
For texturing we would use any software that we have for it! I use Krita, you could use something different - as long as you can texture, it works for me.
COMMUNICATION: Our main platform for communication would be Discord with a dedicated server for the studio.
GOAL: Have an Animation Studio that is dedicated to having a safe and relaxing work environment - and of course to create amazing stories!
REMEMBER: We start as hobbyist so there won't be any pay. But when we go full time (hopefully) then I will pay you.
I will add more to this description when I have more to add, if you have questions DM me or comment - also if you have suggestions or want to give feedback - PLEASE DO SO! I WOULD LOVE FEEDBACK!
And if you're interested, audition, join in! I really believe that this could be something special.
Also the logo is a quick one that I made so it will get updated!
That's it for me now,
See you soon :)
(Do not use any AI)
Hey everybody, unfortunate news about this project - I have to cancel it. I came to the realization that I currently do not have the time to run an animation studio.
And most importantly I realized that I will have to create my own studio/company because of my other projects AKA it will come naturally with time.
Sorry everybody
Hiya!
I recently extended the deadline to January 31st 2026 to give people and myself some time.
Also - when the day comes that I pick people for each role and we kick this thing off. I will be picky of who I will pick :)
I will pick people for each role closer to the deadline which is November 1st.
I am not sure how many animators I will pick (not that many, so it will be easy to manage).
Also. When you audition, DO NOT LINK YOUR DISCORD SERVER!
I am not joining a Discord server just to get info about you and what you've worked on in the past. Provide the information on your audition! :)
In general provide the info I ask for in the casting call in your audition :)
Also, if you're wondering, I haven't yet looked at some of the work you have worked on. I've only taken a quick look at your profile :)
(I will look at your portfolios closer to the deadline)
That's it for now!
I need ANIMATORS, at least a few!
Must know how to animate in Blender (which will be the software used at start).
You would work with other animators since I will be picking more than one!
I will also work alongside you - since I will animate too :)
If you audition - please link your portfolio!
Not sure if I have anything else to add to this - I will as time goes on and if I get something in mind.
Add your Discord so I can contact you.
(If you use AI, I won't pick you. No AI)
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I need a MODELER, to model our own assets for shows and movies.
Must know how to model in 3D - ranging from buildings, items, characters, vehicles, etc.
Preferably in Blender!
Link your portfolio and also if you want you can mention if you've worked on anything else like this before!
Add your Discord so that I can contact you.
(No AI)
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I need a WRITER, for this one there is only ONE SPOT.
Must know how to write stories with emotional depth and good characters.
I am a sucker for emotional stories with depth and emotional impact - so I want someone who can write that way, and to help me co-write episodes or movies - whatever it may be!
Link your portfolio/show me an example how you can write emotional stories - but also have fun too with it!
Add your Discord so that I can contact you.
(No AI)
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