Hasta La Motion!

The Layout TD produces previs, post-vis, camera and character blocking, to build editorially sound sequences which subsequent CG departments use as the foundation for shot construction.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· To work with the VFX supervisors, clients and editors in the creative process of visual narrative
· To work with a team of Layout TDs to lock timing, continuity and shot content on various complex sequences across the whole film

Requirements:

· Must have strong well rounded knowledge and interest in the film making process: cameras, formats, cranes, rigs, shot composition, shot types and combinations, narrative etc.
· A solid understanding of all parts of a standard CG production pipeline: modeling, keyframe animation, procedural animation, particle systems, lighting, shaders, rendering, and compositing
· Character/creature animation experience is a plus
· A good general working knowledge of Maya and Nuke
· The maturity to be able to communicate directly with clients and understand their requirements
· At least 3 to 4 years of relevant experience

Details:

· Location: Vancouver, Canada
· Start Date: September 2011 onwards
· Duration: Project based
· Date posted: July 20, 2011 to August 19th, 2011

If this position sounds of interest then please apply via our website.

We look forward to hearing from you!

With an emphasis on the aesthetics and techniques of photorealistic image creation, the DMP artist will be responsible for painting photo real environments, elements and textures for matching into live action plates or to stand on their own as DMP plates. These Digital Matte Painting’s may also be used in a 3D environment and may be mapped onto 3D objects.

DMPs can be created from scratch or sampled from photos, scanned reference or any other artwork necessary to create new objects or to match the surfaces of existing live action. A strong understanding and sympathy for real world materials and lighting is essential and must be demonstrated in the work on your reel. DMP artists may work closely with the modelling and shading artists and therefore must have a basic knowledge of the practices of each discipline.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Ability to demonstrate proficiency in creating photo-realistic DMPs required
· Assisting and developing the look of a shot or sequence with the supervision team
· Work alongside the production team to establish schedules and technical requirements
· Works in partnership with shadier developer’s, lighters and compositors to ensure shots are delivered to the very highest standard

Requirements:

· Proven experience in feature film/broadcast visual effects production
· Thorough working knowledge of Photoshop, with an understanding of Nuke and Maya
· Experience working in a Linux environment
· Strong artistic skills
· A traditional arts background with an emphasis on photo-realistic work and environments would be an advantage
· A good understanding of the entire visual effects process is also needed
· At least 3 to 4 years of relevant experience

Details:

· Location: Vancouver, Canada
· Start Date: September 2011 onwards
· Duration: Project based
· Date Posted: July 20th,2011 – August 19th, 2011

If this position sounds of interest then please apply via our website.

The Matchmove TD is responsible for reproducing the geometry, camera movement and object movement of a live action shot in a 3D environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:
· Supervise the tracking of CG elements, both camera and objects to match live-action footage in a 3D environment and to maintain consistent shot quality
· Work with production to create matchmove schedules and project targets for your show
· Work to define any specific matchmove tools required for the show and identify any additions or modifications to our existing toolset required to realize this pipeline
· Monitor daily progress to ensure targets are being met, adjusting the pipeline and schedules as necessary
· Conform any Lidar scans, Survey Data or matchmove specific geometry prior to starting a sequence

Requirements:
· Must have thorough knowledge of software based object tracking and 3D rotoscoping of a digital model to a live action background
· Proven Matchmove experience in a large feature-film VFX production environment
· Must be proficient in: 3D Equalizer, Maya and Boujou
· Knowledge of Nuke an advantage
· Experience with other tracking software (eg Matchmover) taken into account
· Must be able to model and manipulate geometry for scene reconstruction and to aid tracking
· Candidates should demonstrate a good eye for detail and precision with strong problem-solving skills
· Must have a solid understanding of camera moves and filming techniques
· Excellent communication skills
· General understanding of linux/unix-based operating systems
· On set experience an advantage
· At least 3 to 4 years of relevant experience.

Details:
· Location: Vancouver, Canada
· Start Date: Immediate onwards
· Duration: Project based
· Date Posted: July 20th, 2011 to August 19th, 2011

If this position sounds of interest then please apply via our website.
Looking forward to hearing from you!

I’ve uploaed some stuff on my youtube channel and i’m waiting for your reviews and critiques..

Stuff ranges from animation,modeling and rigging to 2d animation tests..

I’m preparing for a tutorial for a “crowd generator” system, I need only some free time, i guess soon – God welling –

http://www.youtube.com/user/TheAnaStudio

waiting you!!

anas mansour
Egyptian animator,cartoonist and 3d artist