Job Description

“WHAT WOULD YOU SAY YOU DO HERE?”

• Follow Production Designer’s direction to produce complex matte painted elements at a high standard, with a thorough understanding of perspective, lighting, and color.
• Work with rendered cg elements, still photography and digital paint to create believable environments that are to be seamlessly integrated into the film.
• As necessary, create 3d assets from scratch and seamlessly meld them with photography and painting into a cohesive whole.
• Work hand in hand with Lighting, Modeling, FX and Surfacing to find the most efficient techniques to finalize shots.
• Take Art direction well. Work collaboratively as part of a team taking direction from the Digimatte Supervisor, CG Supervisor, and feedback from the Director as necessary.

Qualifications

“WHAT DO I NEED TO HAVE IN ORDER TO DO THIS JOB?”

• Proficient and a strong understanding on the latest versions of software such as Nuke and Photoshop
• Strong conceptual understanding of compositing, and general knowledge of compositing software (such as Nuke's) 3D environment and tools
• Familiarity with working with AOVs and different passes within an EXR file.
• Adheres to deadlines. Previous experience prioritizing and managing time efficiently for quick turnarounds.
• Willing to work in Glendale, CA
• Willing to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples -- if available, include a web address when you submit your resume

"WHAT CAN I OFFER?”

• 5+ years of experience in VFX/Animation industry.
• Experience in a Linux-based operating system is highly desirable
• Knowledge of a 3D Animation Pipeline.
• Traditional art skills which demonstrate an eye for light, shadow, composition, and color.
• Work comfortably in a variety of implementations; be it 2D backdrops, textured elements/fixes and complex 2.5D/3D projections.
• Bachelor's degree in Art, Film, Visual Effects, Animation, Computer Graphics or other related field and/or equivalent experience desired

FULLY REMOTE: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-DreamWorks worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence.

Salary range:  $78,312- $120,000 (bonus eligible)

Additional Information

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