Snr/Lead Layout Artist - Animation - Montreal

Description

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The main focus of the position will be to build the foundation of a shot, pulling together the various objects to compose the CG scene while executing the staging, blocking, camera work and stereoscopic camera setup that make up the foundation of a successful shot or sequence of shots throughout the film.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Strong Maya knowledge with good problem solving skills and a solid understanding of a stereoscopic feature animation pipeline
• Good attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues in order to maintain continuity within the sequence
• Previous experience of scene layout to match previs or storyboard reference is preferred
• Technical problem solving is key to the role so basic Mel and Python scripting is ideal but not required
• A strong knowledge of the principles of cinematic staging, blocking and camera work.
• A working knowledge of stereoscopic cameras and shot-to-shot depth continuity
• Previous experience in animation blocking is advantageous
• Ability to work independently as well as a strong communicator and a good team player
• Previous film industry experience is preferred