Hasta La Motion!

Candidates should be willing to consider their task part of the creative process, not only a matter of duplicating scans or drawings. Often designs must change in the modelling/rigging phase. So a design and/or sculpting background would be ideal but not essential. Some technical proficiency with building models for deformations (like blendshapes, deformers and muscle/skin simulators) is a must. Solid production experience required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To bring a creative spirit to the task
• To build 3D models which artistically represent the designs while technically meeting the needs of other processes
• To be flexible and team oriented
• To communicate about their progress and ideas with their supervisor and producer daily

Requirements:

• Ability to interpret models from both 3D scans or 2D artwork
• Advanced UV skills a must
• Experience building models for facial and body deformations
• Thorough working knowledge of Maya’s modelling tools, and Zbrush/Mudbox
• Knowledge of any supplemental modelling tools or additional packages a plus eg: Cyslice
• Experience working in a Linux environment
• Fine art skills and design background a plus (sculpture, drawing, Industrial Design)
• Completion of University (or equivalent) and/or at least 3 years relevant experience

Details:

• Location: Vancouver, Canada
• Start Date: Immediate and into 2011
• Duration: Project based

If this position sounds of interest then please visit our website.

We look forward to hearing from you!

We are currently looking for an experienced VFX Artist to join our award winning team.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Join an exciting dedicated SFX team to design, conceptualize and animate real time effects for characters and environments on current and next generation platforms.
• Have 1/ 2 years experience in the games industry and have the ability to demonstrate outstanding visual effects.
• Be responsible for all aspects of 3D and 2D effects work including, designing and conceptualising the effects, animating geometry and camera work
• Accurately render and animate realistic and fantasy elements in line with the overall game concept and physical principles.
• Real time FX experience is essential.
• Experience in After Effects beneficial

Please send a current CV/ resume to Stuart Godfrey on sgodfrey@climaxgroup.com

I look forward to hearing from you.

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manager

Dwight Morrison

Spin VFX Toronto is currently recruiting seasoned effects artists..

Start date: ASAP

End Date: approx. May 31/11

Software utilized include:

Maya, Realflow

Qualified applicants should have a minimum of 3 years experience in an effects artist or effects TD position on photo real feature projects. Programming knowledge (python / MEL) is considered an asset.

These are contract positions that could lead to full time for the right individual.

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume with a link to your online website/portfolio to:

toronto-resume@spinpro.com

Demo reels should include shot breakdowns that indicate exactly what aspects of the shot were your responsibilities. 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.

Key Purpose of the Job

* Take responsibility for the overall company schedule working hand in hand with VFX Producers, Heads of 3D and 2D to allocate crew

Needs to do

* Forward planning to identify potential opportunities for new work to come into the business and potential allocation of crew
* Working closely with HR and Heads of Department to identify recruitment needs

* Analysing data and pulling relevant reports, which help inform decisions within the business and give visibility of the Schedule in a meaningful way.

Requirements

* 5 years minimum of professional Visual Effects production experience
* Strong Understanding of VFX 3D animation processes
* Strong Management Skills
* Evidence of being a leader or role model at a team level
* Demonstrated Success engaging in Problem Solving Techniques
* Strong Oral Communication Skills
* Strong communication and analytical skills.

Needs to be

* Must be skilled at quick analysis, problem solving and decision making in order to meet ongoing daily/weekly challenges with solutions, as well as the capacity to see longer term strategic goals in terms of resourcing and the demands of upcoming projects.
* Proven track record in project management
* Capable of organising and co-ordinating people, with enthusiasm and clarity
* Calm, organised and methodical in their approach to the work

If you are interested please send your CV and cover letter to jobs@dneg.com

We look forward to hearing from you!