May
10
Lucasfilm Singapore will be at CG Tantra on May 28 & 29.
Do send in your resume and portfolio via our job website (jobs.lucasfilm.com) if you are interested to meet us to discuss job opportunities in Singapore. Thank you!
May
06
Seeking for Senior Compositor
Posted in: The Job LotOrganika animation/vfx studio, based in Mexico City seeks a senior-level compositor/effects artist for national spot work and finishing. 5+ years experience, who is willing to relocate, We are looking for someone with a strong spot reel and high-end finishing/compositing experience. Our platform is a 2011 Flint
Contact: Jose Matiella
jma@organika.tv
www.organika.tv
May
06
Tech Runner @ Double Negative
Posted in: The Job LotDouble Negative is a full-service VFX facility capable of handling projects from initial design through on-set supervision and production to post-production. All key post-production technologies are available in-house to allow for maximum flexibility. Our R&D Department is constantly developing groundbreaking software to ensure we remain at the cutting edge of global VFX.
We are currently in production on John Carter Of Mars, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows and Captain America: The First Avenger.
Job Title: Tech Runner
Department: Tech
Location: London
Key Purpose of the Job:
Assisting the Technology Department in supporting the production staff.
Needs to Do
Render Wrangling: supporting the designers as they feed their work through the distributed rendering system.
Workstation Support: directly supporting the designers in the facility
Image Quality Control: monitor calibrations, projector calibrations, maintaining viewing environments etc.
Misc: generally helping the Technology Department with their day to day tasks.
Needs to be
Friendly!
Enthusiastic
Pro-active
Use Initiative
Enjoy helping people
Hard worker
If you are interested please apply online at www.dneg.com.jobs
We look forward to hearing from you!
May
05
3D giant screen movie – Quebec city
Posted in: The Job LotAbout Frima:
Based in beautiful Quebec City, Frima Studio is the second largest independent gaming company in Canada and one of the fastest growing companies in Quebec. With its 275+ professionals, Frima produces high-caliber games that are as remarkably outstanding artistically as they are technologically. Since its creation in 2003, Frima always wanted to get into the VFX and movie industry and was involve several times in 2D/3D animation shorts, giant screen productions, advertisement and TV Series. Want to be where the action is? Join our dynamic, innovative and talented team!
** We are currently looking to fill on-site permanent and contract basis positions to start a great 3D giant screen movie. **
Based in beautiful Quebec City, Frima Studio is the second largest independent gaming company in Canada and one of the fastest growing companies in Quebec. With its 275+ professionals, Frima produces high-caliber games that are as remarkably outstanding artistically as they are technologically. Since its creation in 2003, Frima always wanted to get into the VFX and movie industry and was involve several times in 2D/3D animation shorts, giant screen productions, advertisement and TV Series. Want to be where the action is? Join our dynamic, innovative and talented team!
** We are currently looking to fill on-site permanent and contract basis positions to start a great 3D giant screen movie. **
- Lead modeler/texturer Artist
- Senior modeler/texturer Artist
- Lead Character TD/Rigging
- Lead compositor
- Lead 3D animator
- Senior 3D animator
- Senior FX (particles, fluids)
- Lead lighter
** Frima offers motivating challenges and great work atmosphere ** Salary to be discussed ** Complete insurance program and comprehensive benefits ** Flexible schedules ** A casual and challenging work environment ** Work and life balance program and much more!
Please send your application (resume, demo reel and cover letter) to the attention of the Human Resources department, at the following address: jobs@frimastudio.com
www.frimastudio.com
Job posting will be on our Website shortly
May
05
Remains, LLC, producing the feature zombie film "Steve Niles’ Remains", is looking for VFX freelancers and small studios to handle some FX work during our upcoming post production period from July – September.
We’re looking for artists who can take on individual shots from start to completion and, potentially, a dedicated modeler to make a few models. The film is low budget, but the work is paid.
Specific challenges incude:
A digital pickup truck car crash to match live action footage
Two digital explosions: one interior and one larger explosion on the horizon.
Digital background zombies added into rooftop footage
Sky replacements & roto for rooftop scenes.
The shoot is in June on 35mm. FX work will be done from prores 1080p scans of the original. The movie will be doing a limited theatrical run followed by a premiere of the Chiller Network in the fall.
If interested, please send materials to Colin@Syntheticcinema.com. We’ll send storyboards and shot details to interested parties next week for quotes.
May
04
Texture Artist – LA
Posted in: The Job LotA LA based vfx studio is currently looking for a Texture Artist to join their team.
Required Skills & Experience:
working knowledge of Mari and Photoshop
A minimum of 4 years VFX industry experience as a texture painter in a feature film, tv or commercials environment
Experience creating textures for photo realistic environments based on concept art and/or photo reference
Demonstrable experience integrating textures into 3D environments using Maya and/or Nuke is beneficial
Possess a strong understanding of light, colour and perspective
Possess excellent artistic communication skills as well as an excellent eye for detail
Sound knowledge and understanding of visual effects pipelines, production and implementation, as well as the ability to work well in a team
A good understanding of 2D and 3D workflows within a feature film environment
http://www.smoothdevil.com/index.php?page=job&job_id=1624
closes: 22 Jun 2011
May
03
I/O Manager – Burbank, California
Posted in: The Job LotCompany: Technicolor
Location: Burbank, California
Job Title: IO Manager
Department: 3D Conversion
Location: Burbank, California
Job Title: IO Manager
Department: 3D Conversion
Overall Purpose and Objective
The I/O Manager position will be responsible for managing data in and out of the division as well as internal data integrity. Additionally, monitoring and maintaining control of the render process as well as managing the render farm.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Manage IO dept including development of procedures, workflows and IO QC
- Able to provide leadership and training to less experienced IO wranglers
- Perform and manage inter-office data transfers
- Renaming files to conform to company and client standards
- Monitor, manage, and keep the render farm running at maximum capacity
- Monitor, manage, and check rendered shots, verifying delivery for dailies
- Maintain rendering priorities and resource allocations for various productions
- Coordinate with Pipeline Supervisor to ensure files are correctly placed
- Online and offline files from FireWire, DVD, CD, and other media
- Good communication skills with production staff
- Prep files for delivery to clients (conforming to client delivery specifications)
- Manage disk space on servers
- Assist in the administration and maintenance of the Technicolor network; render computers, servers, software, editing equipment, printers, workstations, miscellaneous hardware and computer attachments
Job Requirements:
- Must have FTP and Aspera experience
- Must be familiar with VNC and Remote Desktop services
- Unix Shell and Python scripting experience helpful
- Windows, Linux and OSX experience a must
- Fundamental systems administration skills and general technical troubleshooting experience
- Knowledge of various drive formats essential
- Demonstrated knowledge of TCP/IP, SCP, SFTP, and FTP Protocols
- Experience with backups including robotic and offsite backups
- Must be a team player with great communication skills
- Committed to being a mentor
Local candidates only. Relocation assistance is not available for this opening.
The above are minimum requirements. Resumes from more experienced candidates are welcome. Compensation and responsibilities will depend on experience/qualifications.
EOE M/F/D/V
If you are interested and meet the above qualifications, please Click here to Apply
May
03
Roto Artists
Posted in: The Job LotSkilled on either Nuke, Shake, or Flare required for 6 month project commencing late June 2011.
May
03
Hi everyone, we’re a production company out of NYC/Miami. We’re looking to hire a VFX/CG company or freelance team to work on a 60-90 sec spot for TNT South America. Budget is around 80K. Please send an email if interested to moe at dcodefilms.com with reel.
Experience and a good reel is a must
Thanks
Moe
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