Assembly & Final Layout Artist

Are you an Assembly & Final Layout Artist with high attention to detail and an "eye" for picture composition? The Assembly & Final Layout Artist is responsible for setting up shots, camera polishing, set dressing, picture composition, and stereo. They ensure that the required assets are installed; check for consistency and continuity of set dressing as well as camera and lensing work. They provide support to all downstream departments throughout production. **What you'll get to do**: - Conform timing and casting of shots, provided by Rough Layout, to the edit of the sequence - Maintain asset breakdown, troubleshoot shot builds and QC for delivery to downstream departments - Set dress shots based on the desired look of the film, working with the Production Designer and Art Director - Collaborate with and support the Animation department with camera framing and "work in progress" animation - Finalize the cinematic staging, camera positioning, camera settings and composition as directed by the Layout Supervisor or Director - Be aware of the creative requirements of a sequence and therefore ensuring continuity between shots - Adhere to deadlines and anticipate, communicate and troubleshoot technical issues with Production. - Become proficient with the proprietary tools and provide feedback; understand the department's role within the studio pipeline - Keep abreast of relevant and related emerging techniques and technologies **What you bring**: **Experience**: - 2+ years' experience in feature animation, VFX, and/or animated television with a focus in Layout - Proficiency demonstrated through past project work and/or reel - Proven ability to deliver high quality shots within production deadlines - Recognised post-secondary qualification in animation, film or related field is preferable **Software/Technical**: - Working knowledge and understanding of 3D software packages used in digital film production, in particular Maya - Ability to produce camera work using knowledge and understanding of camera polishing and camera settings such as focal lengths, depth of field and f-stop - Knowledge and experience with asset management and production tracking software - Knowledge of shot based set dressing techniques to provide artistic quality to the sequence - An understanding of editing and continuity over a sequence of shots and a film **Soft Skills**: - Enthusiasm, positivity, initiative and talent, coupled with an understanding for taking direction - Ability to maintain a flexible approach with an openness to new workflows and tool sets - Ability to work solo as well as collaboratively within a team environment **What you should demonstrate in your demo reel/portfolio**: - Camera work that demonstrates use of camera polishing and camera settings such as focal lengths, depth of field and f-stop - The ability to maintain continuity over a sequence of shots and a film - Examples of set dressing - "Eye" for picture composition and attention to detail **What we offer you**: - The opportunity to join a growing, award-winning studio based in downtown Vancouver - An inclusive workplace of employees who are passionate about creativity and technology - A chance to contribute to the success of ground-breaking animated feature films - Exposure to a USD pipeline - A dedicated Learning and Development and Artist Management team focused on your personal career growth - Paid 'Volunteer' days to support those causes close to your heart - A world-renowned working environment packed with social clubs, activities and events - A variety of employee benefits including free gym access, breakfast, use of barista coffee machines, weekly lunches/pastries and snacks galore If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, then we want to hear from you