Hasta La Motion!

the ideal candidate must poses a superior level of CG integration experience, work well in a fast paced (quick turn-around) environment, and able to execute creative directions in a team environment. (Preferable someone with an established track record in commercial, and episodic world. )

please email 1. Resume. 2. Demo Reel. and 3. Breakdown!!! (must) to jobs@zoicstudios.com with subject title: "AE Compositor"

no phone calls, and the greater Los Angeles area only.

thank you

I hope it like

http://www.vimeo.com/15830113

just one short question:

is it common to do these before-after switches as seen in many showreels (like http://vimeo.com/16592561 at sec 19) directly in nuke? Probably in something like final cut, am I right?

If it’s common to do it in nuke: how is it done?

Thanks in advance! 🙂

We are seeking the following qualified candidates for our Northern California Offices for current and future projects:

3D-Stereo Compositors
Primary responsibilities and skill-sets:

• Perform all tasks associated with the compositing process: incorporating roto, matte extraction, layering of elements, color correction, 2D and 3D tracking.
• Integrate cg elements and matte paintings into live action or CG Animated plates.
• Take creative direction from leads and/or stereographer.
• Present work clearly in dailies and respond to supervisors in a timely fashion.
• Work with other 3D Artists to convert 2D media into high quality Stereoscopic 3D in a timely manner.

• Must have thorough knowledge and ability to use After Effects or node based compositing system, as well as Photoshop.
• Familiar with Rotoscoping, particularly Silhouette and Mocha Pro.
• Excellent understanding of stereography.
• Ability to understand and interpret the creative requirements in order to create an accurate representation of stereoscopy.
• Ability to take direction and structure working practice so that design changes can be efficiently made.
• Desire to learn from others and to take on increasingly challenging shots.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to accurately view 3D images.
• 2-4+ years of previous experience in VFX compositing, 6+ months of stereo conversion experience.

Compositors
Primary responsibilities and skill-sets:

• Able to composite shots effectively.
• Good understanding of color, photography, film, and light.
• Experience with digital film pipelines.
• Ability to take direction and implement needed design changes.
• Desire to learn from and teach others to expand skill-sets.
• Previous rotoscoping/painting experience a plus.
• Able to composite shots effectively.
• Node based or After Effects compositing ideal.
• Stereoscopic expertise a plus.
• 2-4 years of previous experience in feature film compositing required.

Rotoscope/Paint Artist
Primary responsibilities and skill-sets:

• Frame by frame rotoscoping to live-action plate elements.
• The ability to create photo-real clean plates and track them onto live action plates.
• Ability to effectively hand-paint on live action plates when needed.
• An understanding of HD and Film grain and how to replicate it on clean plates.
• Solid tracking skills in a 3D or 2D tracking package. Knowledge how to export and use this data in a compositing package.
• A creative and proactive attitude to the task at hand.
• To organize their time, collaborate, and effectively communicate with their supervisors and colleagues.
• To stay positive and creative in the chaos of the production environment.
• An understanding of movement essential.
• Must have some technical understanding of a 3d software package.
• Must have a great eye for detail.
• Experience in Silhouette Fx critical, After Effects, and node based compositing, a plus.
• Stereoscopic expertise a plus.

Senior Match-Movers
Primary responsibilities and skill-sets:

• Must be able to reproduce exact camera moves within a computer environment.
• Understanding of photography and the effects of different lenses on perspectives.
• Artist, animator or camera operator experience is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of Maya.
• Must have the ability to work under tight deadlines, and possess excellent problem solving skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills including strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience in gathering information on location for Match movers.
• Maintains an expert level of knowledge about current developments in match-move tools for computer graphics, especially in areas that relate to the film industry.
• Must have a willingness to improve skills, be detail-oriented and to work efficiently within a production environment.
• Stereoscopic expertise a plus.

Please contact Liz Crawford lizc@rotofactory.com with your resume and a link to your online demo reel.

Thank you. RotoFactory is an E.O.E.