Senior Layout Artist

3 weeks ago


Canada Bardel Entertainment Inc. Full time

The Layout Artist works with the Animation Supervisor to create 3D sequences of the story.
As a layout artist, you are responsible for creating shots and elevating the visual storytelling of the project. You will stage the scene, place and animate cameras, establish timing of the action, animate characters, and roughly edit the flow of the sequence. Your shots will become the blueprint for the downstream department, allowing the project to be enhanced in a creative, appealing and cohesive way. Your passion for artistry and your technical skills will be integral in shaping our projects.
What you’ll do:
~ Establish the staging and camera positioning of scenes in a CG environment
~ Collaborate with Animation Supervisor to align the cinematography with director's vision
~ Interpret storyboards into 3D, offering solutions and pitching new ideas to improve the visual story
~ Animate elements and characters for framing and story beats
~ Proactively communicate and collaborate across teams
~ Ensure alignment with project leads for technical and aesthetic goals
~ Meet and maintain project deadlines consistently
~[Senior] Support and mentor junior artists, offering guidance and instruction

What you’ll need:
[Senior] 4+ years of relevant experience as a Layout artist in the animation /previz/ VFX industry
[Mid] 2+ years of relevant experience as a Layout artist in the animation /previz/ VFX industry
~ Experience with Maya
~ Maya’s Camera Sequencer experience is a plus
~ Editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, Final Cut Pro) experience is a plus
~ Layout specific Demo Reel that demonstrates a variety of sequences made of continuous shots, and showcases the ability to place a camera and stage the action of a scene
~ Demonstrate strong camera animation skills
~ Translate 3D storyboards, script page, or Director pitches into 3D animated scenes
~[Senior\Mid] Strong knowledge of the cinematography language
~[Junior] – Strong interest towards the cinematography language
~ Strong communication and collaborative skills
~ Problem solver and adaptable
~ Solid time management skills

Applicants must reside within BC
Contract Dates: May – September 2024
Vancouver Pay Range: $1,100 - $1,500 CAD Weekly
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