Lead Roto/Paint Artist
Description
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The lead Roto / Paint Artist is responsible for leading and mentoring a team of Roto / Paint artists, working closely with Compositors to help intergrate all elements of an image (both CG and live action) to creative film visual effects shots of the highest quality possible.
You can:
Generate mattes for CG hold-outs as well as remove items from live action photography such as wires, rigs and tracking wiresUtilize geo data and UV projectionsCompleting basic composites in Nuke (keying, grading, grain matching, re-timing)Demonstrate frame-by-frame painting techniques to remove rigs and tracking markersWork with Production helping to breakdown task requirements and assign shots to artists.Coach and mentor other Roto / Paint artists using the latest techniques to grow their craft and the quality of work in the studio as a whole
You have:
A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Roto/Paint Artist in a VFX Production environmentAt least one year of experience in a Lead roleA Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer graphics or the equivalent combination of education and experience A mastery of Nuke, including expressions for paint work as well as the 3D environment within NukeSome knowledge of the 3D workflow in Maya and the 3D Tracking workflowA proven aesthetic eye with an understanding of color and compositionExcellent leadership, communication and problem solving skillsApproachable, proactive, and accommodating attitudeInnate desire to stay informed of current technologiesStrong time management skills and the ability to balance priorities under the pressure of a deadline-driven productionStrong interpersonal and organizational skills with a keen eye for detailA team oriented mentality with a 'get it done' attitudeAn ability to thrive in a high-pressure environmentAn ability to take direction and implement feedback with a positive attitude
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