Lead Layout Artist

Lead Layout Artist

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Creates visually striking composition based on the shot description and/or storyboard
    • Matches references such as previs and/or images
    • Supplement shots with simple but convincing animation, lighting, and FX to aid story-telling
    • Stitches plate-based shots into a full CG environment and vice versa
    • Assembles the correct combination of assets in a shot for use in downstream departments
    • Includes proof of scale and continuity in a virtual layout setup
    • Debugs technical problems and escalate issues as needed
    • Takes directions and applies notes from supervisors

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

    • Minimum five (5) years of layout experience in visual effects for feature films or television (required)
    • Proven team leadership and supervision skills
    • Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in the field of arts, film, and/or animation (preferred)
    • Advanced software skills in Maya (required)
    • Basic to Intermediate skills in 3ds Max, Photoshop, Shotgun, Nuke, and Scripting (preferred)
    • Extensive skillset in-camera animation, staging, and set dressing
    • Great sense of presentation via lighting, texturing, and/or FX
    • Solid animation grounding for story-telling purposes
    • Background or experience in traditional Fine Arts demonstrating a thorough understanding of framing and composition
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; a team player with a great attitude
    • Great eye for detail with excellent and consistent quality assurance
    • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
    • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
BENEFITS
We offer extended medical, disability and dental insurance.
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