Hasta La Motion!

We are currently searching for a Lead Matte Painter to work in visual effects for features. The position involves working closely with the Art Director and/or Look Development Supervisor to realise the production requirements.
This is a technical, managerial role.

To be successful in the role the following is required:

• 5-7 years+ production experience
• Previous experience in a leadership role on a Feature Film or Animated Feature project.
• Experience in shaping the pipeline for the production of all matte painting elements.
• The ability to create photo-real environments and landscapes that exhibit a strong foundation in photo-realistic traditional and digital art with an emphasis on natural landscapes.
• A strong understanding and sympathy for real world materials and lighting, perspective, colour, texture and detail.
• Extensive knowledge of a variety of matte painting techniques.
• A high proficiency in Photoshop and display an understanding of 2d compositing software and 3d projection work in Maya and Nuke to enable the integration to be at the highest level. Other software skills that would be an advantage would include Shake and Vue.
• Excellent attention to detail, both artistic and technical.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise and problem solve, both personally and as a function of steering the team and guiding individual team members.

• Ability to communicate and lead in a strong, collaborative team environment

If you are interested in applying for this position then please complete our online application form via our website at http://www.animallogic.com

The company was founded in 1994 and is one of Canada‘s leading digital visual effects and animation studios. Over a decade later, C.O.R.E. has successfully built three divisions: C.O.R.E. Digital Pictures, C.O.R.E. Toons and C.O.R.E. Feature Animation. Over the years, with the underlying philosophy that a studio designed by artists for artists fosters the best creative environment, C.O.R.E. has produced award-winning work for more than 55 Feature Films, 24 Television Series and 24 Movies of the Week.

C.O.R.E. offers an exciting work environment; our open work structure allows for creativity and fun at the same time. The continuous flow of interesting new projects that are awarded from major studios and production companies makes working at C.O.R.E. a unique and fulfilling experience.

Qualifications and Skills:
·Excellent understanding of 3D animation tools using Maya
·Excellent understanding and experience with 2D and 3D particle and “sprite” systems, and other relevant plug-ins and support tools.
·Experience with Maya Ncloth is preferred
·Experience with Real Flow is preferred
·Must have strong visual and technical skills.
·Scripting or other advanced technical/automation knowledge is an asset.
·Ability to create re-usable effect setups with appropriate and intuitive controls for other artists.
·Ability to setup and render final frames in a production pipeline.
·Excellent understanding of directory structures, databases, specific naming conventions, and file management.
·Excellent knowledge of common production platforms and operating systems
·Must understand 3D and 2D rendering tools and techniques.
·Post grad diploma in animation preferred
·Training/knowledge in animation
·3-5 years of professional experience preferred
·Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
·Create required quotas of finished effects per week on professional grade animated productions
·Required to check in with Directors, review notes and instruction regularly
·Take creative direction from Leads and/or Layout Supervisor
·Post completed work internally and communicate progress to managers
·Make timely corrections to work when required
·Additional duties as assigned

Qualified applicants can email their websites to recruiting@coredp.com or send their resumes, demo reels in DVD-R format including shot breakdown to:

C.O.R.E. Digital Pictures Recruiting
461 King St. West
Toronto, Ontario
M5V 1K7

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest however only those under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• track cameras and matchmove objects or characters
• help establish set layout with proper scale
• basic modeling of set geometry for hold outs and shadows

QUALIFICATIONS:
• portfolio that demonstrates immaculate attention to detail
• outstanding communication skills are a must
• Los Angeles residents preferred
• starts immediately

SUBMISSIONS: If you think you fit the bill, email your resume, a link to your online reel/portfolio and a shot breakdown to jobs_Q409@luma-pictures.com Please make the email subject "ATTN: Recruiting – TRACKER". Do not attach images or movie files to your email because they will get filtered out.

If you prefer to send hard copies, you can submit a resume, reel, shot breakdown and cover letter to:

ATTN: Recruiting – Model/Texture Artist
Luma Pictures
248 Westminster Ave
Venice, CA 90291

Submitted materials will not be returned and no phone calls please.
www.luma-pictures.com

Animal Logic attracts highly talented people from all around the globe, who are drawn both by the impressive style and quality of our work and the opportunity to live in Sydney – one of the most beautiful, cosmopolitan cities in the world.

Highly regarded as an industry leader in the field, Animal Logic’s Television Commercial/Short-Form Division produces groundbreaking, high-end, commercial work for a diverse international clientele. With over eighteen years in operation this multi-award winning team has always been at the heart of our business. The environment is vibrant, challenging and constantly evolving – we now have a unique opportunity for a Senior Flame Artist to join this highly valued group.

To be considered for this role applicants will need the following:

Experience

Minimum 7 years client attended high-end tvc / short-form Flame compositing

Experience leading vfx teams

Quoting experience, including written vfx treatments

Extensive shoot supervision experience

Attributes

Display rare compositing talent and take personal pride in producing imagery of the highest standard, with the ability to cast a critical eye over their own work

Showreel and accompanying breakdown must demonstrate outstanding ability in all aspects of high-end compositing, including technical, stylised, photo-real and CG compositing and grading, with a distinct design aesthetic

Able to wow clients whilst producing excellent work under deadline pressure

In-depth understanding and interest in the entire vfx process, from story to final master

Ability to come up with creative solutions in order to add value to any budget

Awareness of current and emerging vfx techniques and industry trends

Exceptional communication skills, including written

Ability and confidence to mentor junior staff and get the best out of fellow vfx artists

Aspiration to expand existing client base

If you are interested in applying for this position then please complete our online application form via our website at http://www.animallogic.com specifying “TVC/SHORT-FORM – SENIOR FLAME ARTIST (SYDNEY)” in the ‘position applying for’ section.

We are looking for a skilled 3D TD/lighter for a short contract work (could be permanent).Our client is a previsiualisation company working with cars, architectural briefs, catalogues and mashines. The company has a very high photorealistic look and feel on all their projects, including major brands They are looking for a 3D studio Max/V-ray lighter for up and coming projects (starting 12-16 Oct and going on for 4-6 weeks)
Projects involves lightning stills for arhitectual catalogues (photo-realistic). Company is based in Gothenburg, Sweden (no remote work only on site), daily rate 300-400 Eur company pays for apartment. This could be a permanent job if everything works out ok.

TO APPLY:
You must be a registered freelancer at Utopiapeople (register free at http://www.utopiapeople.com/forms/registration.php) to apply
Deadline for applications: 091007.

Email job@utopiapeople.com write "Lighter – Gothenburg" as subject. In email also write any information you want to pass on to client. Make sure that you have a online showreel available and register at www.utopiapeople.com

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