Lead Layout Artist

The Lead Layout Artist is responsible for leading the layout team and 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, they 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 Matches references such as previs and/or images Supplement shots with simple but convincing animation, lighting, and FX to aid story-telling Stitches plate-based shots into a full CG environment and vice versa Assembles the correct combination of assets in a shot for use in downstream departments Includes proof of scale and continuity in a virtual layout setup Debugs technical problems and escalate issues as needed Takes directions and applies notes from supervisors Qualifications Minimum five (5) years of layout experience in visual effects for feature films or television (required) Proven team leadership and supervision skills Bachelor's degree or Diploma in the field of arts, film, and/or animation (preferred) Advanced software skills in Maya (required) Basic to Intermediate skills in 3ds Max, Photoshop, Shotgun, Nuke, and Scripting (preferred) Extensive skillset in-camera animation, staging, and set dressing Great sense of presentation via lighting, texturing, and/or FX Solid animation grounding for story-telling purposes Background or experience in traditional Fine Arts demonstrating a thorough understanding of framing and composition Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; a team player with a great attitude Great eye for detail with excellent and consistent quality assurance Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

About Us Scanline VFX is an award-winning leader in the visual effects industry with 8 studios worldwide, including London, Los Angeles, Montreal, Munich (will cease to operate by year's end), Seoul, Mumbai and Vancouver. Since our beginning in 1989, we strive to set the highest standard of quality in everything we do. Through innovation, we generate solutions for our clients and raise the bar — both within our workplace and throughout our industry
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