CG Supervisors

Description

CoSA VFX, Inc.  is looking for an experienced CG Supervisor for its North Hollywood studio with a minimum of 6 years in TV and/or motion picture VFX.  

Our company is a fast-paced and highly collaborative production environment. Recent projects include Westworld, The Orville, Gotham and The Gifted.

This opportunity is ideal for a professional seeking an opportunity to support a growing organization with a variety of needs. Successful CoSA staff are passionate about providing high-levels of organization and demonstrated ability to understand when to act and when to seek advice.  Applicants with strong communication skills, a proactive attitude and sense of humor are greatly valued.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with VFX Supervisor, Producers, artists and others in creating high quality visual effects
• Assist and supervise artists in achieving technical aspects of production by articulating direction, setting clear objectives and monitoring the process, progress and results of assigned tasks and projects.
• Determine, modify and maintain the most effective and efficient technical approach and workflow possible
• Keep up on current technology trends and tools (hardware and software) that best suits the production and in the development of a strong creative and technical environment
• Work with the development teams to assist in the design and implement the technical, artistic pipeline and workflow, and made sure the tools for the project are up to the task
• Train artists when needed and review their work, ensuring high standard results
• Work ‘on the box’ when needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• 6+ years’ experience creating photo-real VFX for TV and/or motion pictures. Some TV experience is required.
• Additionally, have a minimum of 2 years as a CG Supervisor, with a proven track record of delivering shows, developing CG pipelines and leading teams of CG artists.
• Expert knowledge-and use of- Maya; comfortable with other CG software like Modo, 3DS Max and Zbrush. Knowledge of Houdini a plus
• Highly proficient in the use of V-Ray and/or Redshift for rendering
• Possess in-depth, hands-on knowledge of cutting edge techniques in CG shot production, including digital doubles, natural phenomena (fire, water, smoke), destruction and crowds.
• Be able to solve complex creative problems and establish powerful workflows using simple, efficient techniques, iterating rapidly based on client notes.
• Interface with clients, accurately interpreting and facilitating clear client notes to move rapidly towards the client’s desired look or result. On-set experience a big plus.
• Possess exceptionally strong organizational skills, the ability to enforce to consistent file naming and workflows across a team, and to be engaged with multiple projects at the same time.
• Stay current on developing trends in CG technology; recommend new technologies and assist in successful implementation of new tools.

CoSA VFX, Inc. offers a competitive compensation package including medical, vision and dental insurance, FSA as well as 401(k).

Please submit a resume, cover letter with availability and rate as well as link to your reel as part of the application.

Submissions without a cover letter will not be considered.