Generalist Artist (Junior Level)

What You’ll Do

• Create original 2D and 3D content that may comprise part or all of an environment

• Create multiple types of mattes from simple to moderately difficult and allocate details based on the shot and feedback

• Create high quality computer graphics within a shot using a variety of software programs, work under the general supervision of senior level artists and dial in the look of the element before handing to final comp

• Participate in team reviews of work under development

• Mentor Apprentice Jr. Artists and be able to assist them with their shots

• Meet defined milestones within a timeline by attending dailies and participating in creative problem solving

• Create maps in 2D and set up basic shaders for look development

• Create basic lighting setups in complex shaders that look convincing and render efficiently

• Source suitable reference materials for required assets  

What We’re Looking For

• At least two to three years of relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college level diploma or higher in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR at least five years of relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of education

• Proven ability in one or more CG techniques, including modeling, texturing, shading, lighting, look development, or compositing; OR, proven artistic ability in a non-CG field (impressive portfolio of figure drawing, landscape, animals, painting, composition, perspective, etc.)

• Demo reel required

• High level of problem solving or creative thinking skills

• Must have extensive knowledge of Matte Painting techniques

• Strong English communication skills

• Fluent in Photoshop

• Fluent in 3dsmax, Maya, Houdini or similar

• Fluent in Vray or MRay or similar ray trace renderer

• Comparable software experience considered

• Demonstrated ability to quickly pick up new software

• Strong knowledge and ability in perspective, value matching 35mm photography, physics of light and motion

• Understanding 2D compositing software

• Good working knowledge of specialist tools and plugins like Multiscatter, Speedtree, etc.