Layout Artist Jobs

Scanline VFX, empowered by Netflix , is an award-winning, global leader in the visual effects industry with 7 studios worldwide. Founded in 1989, we are a team of over 1000 made up of diverse backgrounds and nationalities. Nowadays, Eyeline Studios, our virtual production division, is rethinking the future of real-time filmmaking by providing content creators with unmatched flexibility.

Scanline VFX, propulsée par Netflix, est un leader mondial de l'industrie des effets visuels comptant 7 studios répartis à travers le monde. Fondée en 1989, nous sommes une équipe de plus de 1000 personnes composée de personnes de diverses origines et nationalités. De nos jours, Eyeline Studios, notre division de production virtuelle, repense l'avenir du cinéma en temps réel en offrant aux créateurs de contenu une flexibilité inégalée.

The Layout Artist is responsible for the story-telling, shot sequence continuity, and presentation as part of the VFX pipeline for feature film and/or high-level television. Utilizing assets from the modeling department and/or camera track from the matchmove department, they create a rough pass of the shot as a whole as well as packages necessary components for use in later departments. While camera animation and composition is the main objective, a Layout Artist may be required to create simple animation, lighting, and FX in order to convey key story points.

Key Responsibilities

• Creates visually striking composition based on the shot description and/or storyboard
• Includes proof of scale and continuity in a virtual layout set up
• Supplement shots with simple but convincing animation, lighting, and FX to aid story-telling
• Matches references such as previs and/or images
• Stitches plate-based shots into a full CG environment and vice versa
• Debugs technical problems and escalate issues as needed
• Assembles the correct combination of assets in a shot for use in downstream departments
• Takes directions and applies notes from supervisors

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Great eye for detail with excellent and consistent quality assurance
• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in the field of arts, film, and/or animation (preferred)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Great sense of presentation via lighting, texturing, and/or FX
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; a team player with a great attitude
• Extensive skillset in-camera animation, staging, and set dressing
• Basic to Intermediate skills in 3ds Max, Photoshop, Shotgun, Nuke, and Scripting (preferred)
• Solid animation grounding for story-telling purposes
• Background or experience in traditional Fine Arts demonstrating a thorough understanding of framing and composition
• Advanced software skills in Maya (required)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Three (3) to five (5) years of layout experience in visual effects for feature film or television (required)

At Scanline VFX, we strive to set the highest standard of quality in everything we do. We are constantly challenging ourselves to break new ground and exceed expectations. We value curiosity and believe that great ideas come from everyone. As an applicant, know that we are committed to ensuring you receive equal treatment when applying for a career with us.

Chez Scanline VFX, nous nous efforçons de fixer les normes de qualité les plus élevées dans tout ce que nous faisons. Nous nous mettons constamment au défi de repousser les limites et de dépasser les attentes. Nous valorisons la curiosité et croyons que les plus grandes idées provenir de n'importe qui. En tant que candidat, sachez que nous nous engageons à vous offrir un traitement équitable de votre candidature.