Aug 16

Post production –technical systems support

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Post production –technical systems support
London based VFX company are currently looking for a bright, motivated all-rounder with a good understanding of computer systems, to join our Technology department, to help maintain and advance our digital infrastructure.
We want fast learners who can advance our technical Infrastructure, individuals who are comfortable supporting a busy post production boutique
Another prerequisite is an excellent knowledge of operating systems, networking, high performance file servers and rendering systems, as well as a knowledge of film and video systems.
Duties include:
· Workstation Support: directly supporting the artists in the facility, Setting up and moving artist workstations.
· Image Quality Control: monitor calibrations, projector calibrations, maintaining viewing environments etc.
· repairing faulty workstations and servers.
· workstation builds and software installation.
· Keeping accurate documentation.
· managing the machine room and other technical areas
· generally helping the Technology Department with their day to day tasks
Essential Qualities:
· Friendly
· Enthusiastic
· Pro-active
· Motivated
· Team-player
· Hard worker
Applications from recent graduates welcome.
This is an excitin g opportunity to work in the world of visual effects.
Please send a CV including salary requirements and references to:
info@u-fx.co.uk

uFX
T +44 (0)20 7268 0068


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Aug 13

Particle and Fluid Simulations for 3D (stereoscopic) Commercial

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We need several particle and fluid simulations created for a high end stereoscopic 3D commercial shot on the Red. We are on a tight deadline and need work completed from August 15 – August 27. All shots have already been set up in Maya with stereoscopic cameras. All elements must be photo real. Stereoscopic experience is a plus.

If you are interested in the completing one or more of the following simulations, please send an email including your reel and rate to contact@emberlab.com.

•Create floating dust and pollen for several macro shots featuring insects and grass.
•Create a bubble popping and filling a container with liquid.
•Fill a container with a carbonated liquid with bubbles generating from the surface.

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Aug 12

Massive Artist

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Looking for a Massive Artist with their own software for some crowd simulation shots. Please send reels and rates to office@bigmachine.net if you’re interested.
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Aug 12

Lead Nuke compositor

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UtopiaPeople is a freelance agency for postproduction and production specialists, we represent 7600 freelancers around the world. For more information about us please visit www.utopiapeople.com

Our client is a great and friendly VFX studio in Stockholm, Sweden with international clients and A-list Hollywood blockbusters on their reel. They are looking for a senior Nuke compositor with huge knowledge of full 3D stereoscopic production, you will also lead a small team of artists. They are going to produce a full CGI film that will be later delivered in stereoscopic 2K for screening on TV and IMAX. Fun gig for the right person, you are a teamleader as well as handson compositor.

Client will provide you with apartment and arrange flight tickets if you can not set this up yourself. Job is scheduled from the end of August to the end of October (if interested please tell us when you are available). Daily fee: Depending on experience, give us a suggestion if you are interested. EC Citizens prefered.

To apply:
You must be registered as a freelancer on www.utopiapeople.com (register free at http://www.utopiapeople.com/forms/registration.php ) If you are interested please email job@utopiapeople.bef ore August 16th at 12:00 CET (the sooner we can get your application the better), marking your email with "Compositor (Stereoscopic) " please write any information that you want to pass on to client in that email.

We will notify you if you are short listed. Only applications with webreels will be considered

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Aug 12

Senior Rigger Needed, Spin VFX, Toronto

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SPIN VFX TORONTO IS RECRUITING FOR A SENIOR RIGGER
Spin VFX is looking for a talented Maya senior rigger with a minimum of three years industry experience in Film.

A Senior Rigger’s primary responsibility is to create highly versatile character rigging systems and animation interfaces. The rigs will be used for feature film in the animation of 3D characters and props.

We are looking for a talented rigger who can:

– implement animation control rigging systems for complex characters and props using Maya
– set up rigs for low and high-res characters
– set up and rig character models
– work with animators to design, create, and maintain animation rigs for characters that are clean, efficient, and animation friendly
– design user interfaces and controls for characters and facial animation systems (bone and blend shape driven)
– maintain and improve current animation pipeline
– knowledge of animation sharing, and motion capture transfer between character rigs
– maintain a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work
– troubleshoot and wrangle character-rigging issues for artists
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Requirements:

– minimum three years industry experience in 3D CG for digital animation or visual effects
– excellent communication skills a must
– experience in setting up cloth simulation rigs highly desirable
– experience with Maya and/or other high-end animation software required
– experience with mel, csh, python, TCL, perl or other scripting languages a must
– skilled knowledge of anatomy for animal/quadraped and human/biped
– ability to work well under pressure

This is a full-time position and employment is to commence as soon as possible.

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume with a link to your online website/portfolio demonstrating your ability in rigging, scripting and tools or plug-in design.

toronto-resume@spinpro.com

If you are submitting by mail, please send info and DVD to:

Spin VFX Toronto
620 King Street West
Toronto, Ontario Canada
M5V 1M6

www.spinpro.com

Preference will be given to Canadian residents.

Due to the number of anticipated responses, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

No phone calls or drop-ins please.

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Aug 12

NIGHT Render Watcher needed Fri-Sun!!!

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Sway Studio in Culver City seeks a render watcher (night time hours 10p-6a) for this upcoming weekend Friday through Sunday night.

Please email LeahB@swaystudio.com if you’re available!

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Aug 11

VFX Supervisor required for Short film – paid – UK

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Hi Guys,

I am looking for a VFX Supervisor for my short film "Faceless Shadows" Looking for artist who can speak in creative film terms and have got good organizational skills around other artist.

It’s will be around 17 min short film for international festivals?

I want you to evaluate the project as a whole to determine whether it is a project that you wants to commit for your showreel. There is no guarantee when the next potential project will be offered?

I will pay for your time but depends on your experience and more how much you really passionate about the story.

I am from this planet and my contact detail are given below, give us a ring or email for further discussion.

Best,

Ather Khalid
07904914113
ukfilms.southeast@gmail.com

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Aug 11

NUKE Compositor needed next week!

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Award winning SWAY Studio is looking for a well-rounded, mid- to senior-level Nuke Compositor for the week of 8/16-8/20 for commercial work.

Requirements:

* A minimum of 4 years of NUKE experience
* Experience working on commercials or similar fast-paced environment preferred
* Interest and experience in photoreal CG
* Must be self-motivated and a collaborative team player
* Excellent problem solving skills
* Ability to work under tight deadlines
* Dependable and flexible
* Clean and efficient script organization
* Ability to present work clearly in dailies and walkthroughs and respond to supervisor in a timely fashion
* Scripting abilities a big plus

Please send your online reel and resume to jobs@swaystudio.com.

Please write “Nuke Compositor” into the email subject heading when responding.

No phone calls, please
Local Los Angeles Applicants only

Thank you!!!

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Aug 11

Video Artist (Lightwave & After Effects)

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A UK based studio is currently looking for a Video Artist (Lightwave & After Effects). Working as part of a rapidly expanding gaming machine company. The successful applicant will be able to produce both 3D and 2D graphics for use in video gaming machines across various worldwide markets.

You will be a solid all rounder, with excellent design skills and flair, who work from original brief to delivery, on time and above expectation. You will be able to provide a portfolio to showcase the range of your ability

Key Responsibilities

• To be able to work from a brief and concept visual and produce high quality video artwork.
• To create detailed animations and visually stunning interface artwork
• To meet deadlines agreed between the artist and graphics manager.
• Work well as part of a team or individual and have a pro-active approach towards the design and creation of all games.
• To liaise with the software engineers in the fluid implementation of graphics into the game engine

Key Skills

• Excellent 3D skills, Lightwave preferred, Maya/max considered
• Modelling, texturing, composition, and animation
• Proven character animation skills are an advantage
• Extensive Photoshop skills
• Solid After Effects experience
• Related qualification
• 2 yrs commercial experience essential

http://www.smoothdevil.com/index.php?page=job&job_id=1419

closes: 5 Oct 2010

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Aug 11

Bidding Producer

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An Australian based studio is currently looking for a Bidding Producer.

You will be responsible for preparing a bid document to win a large segment of work on this production. The bid document must be supported by essential and critical details including:
• development and production schedules
• crewing and equipment requirements
• full budget using the Screen Australia animation (line item) format
• cash flow requirements

You will achieve your objectives in conjunction with a Senior Animator, IT Manager, Research Assistant, and the Business & Finance Manager.
The series is a well established (52 half hour episodes already exist) international, multi-Emmy award winning series. Therefore significant reference material exists to assess workflow needs and provide a highly competitive quote.

You will be responsible for all researching, scoping, planning, pricing on order to define a deliverable projects reliant on your schedule and budget. You will need to communicate directly with clients.

http://www.smoothdevil.com/index.php?page=job&job_id=1422

closes: 18 Aug 2010

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