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Futurefolk Paid Internship
Freefolk
Job Summary
Futurefolk is a paid internship opportunity based in Freefolk’s London studio within their 2D or 3D Departments. Launched in 2018, Futurefolk aims to discover and nurture talent from all disciplines and backgrounds, including those who have not taken the university route, to build a workforce that reflects society.
The internship offers a one-month paid work placement during summer 2025, working on live projects ranging from Netflix shows to award-winning advertisements. The placement is hybrid, combining remote work with a minimum of three days per week at the studio, with flexible timings.
Applications for 2025 are open with a deadline of 29th April 2025.
Key Responsibilities
- Work on live VFX projects within the 2D or 3D departments.
- Collaborate with the team on various tasks such as compositing, creature artistry, texturing, modelling, and animation depending on specialization.
- Participate in daily sessions and follow the company’s production pipeline.
- Apply feedback from supervisors and clients to improve work quality.
- Gain hands-on experience in industry-standard workflows and tools.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Passion for visual effects and enthusiasm for learning.
- A reel of best work up to 2 minutes showcasing relevant skills.
- Interest in a specific VFX specialization such as compositing, creature artistry, or animation.
- Ability to work both remotely and on-site in London for at least three days per week.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Preferred Qualifications
While not explicitly stated, candidates who demonstrate clear focus in their reel and CV on their chosen specialization and show a strong passion for VFX will be favored.
Education Requirements
No formal university education is required. Futurefolk welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including those who have not taken the university route.
Experience Requirements
Open to all VFX enthusiasts, including those at the start of their careers. Previous internship testimonials highlight learning opportunities in pipeline workflows, dailies, tracking, cleanup, and rendering.
Benefits & Compensation
This is a paid internship offering valuable industry experience and the chance to work on high-profile projects.
Application Process
Applicants must compile and submit a reel of their best work (up to 2 minutes) along with their CV. Applications for the 2025 internship are open now with a deadline of 29th April 2025.
Apply here! (Link not provided in source)
Intern Testimonials
Cerys Steenhuis – Nuke Compositor: “Focus your reel and CV on your specific specialisation, demonstrate your passion for VFX, and use internships to grow as an artist and community member.”
Louis Falisi – 3D Generalist: “I learned so much about working in a pipeline, dailies sessions, and how a VFX company works.”
William Woods – Nuke Compositor: “Everyone was friendly and helpful; I improved skills like tracking, cleanup, and de-spill working on episodic productions.”
Josh Hockey – Nuke Compositor: “Working on live projects and experiencing dailies, pipelines, and feedback prepared me to be industry ready.”
Amy Wright – Animator: “This opportunity helped me get my foot in the door and balance work with university studies.”
Carina Carlsson – Nuke Compositor: “I learned so much about production readiness, pipeline, dailies, and supervisor feedback.”
“This is a great offer from Freefolk, who have generously opened their doors with this opportunity for future talent. Gaining work experience is incredibly valuable for people aspiring to enter visual effects, so ‘Bravo!’ to Freefolk for once again stepping up.”
Neil Hatton MBE, CEO of UK Screen Alliance
