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Layout Animator
2 years ago
JOB DUTIES :
(1) Publishing process: set up and publish all assets prior to layout starting on the animation mixing process, troubleshoot publishing issues, documenting and educating the team about common errors and problem-solving strategies. Tech support and assist layout artists with any technical issues, identify potential and recurring workflow problems, and collaborate with Pipeline Department to come up with long-term workflow and tool solutions.
(2) Tool development: test new tools to help iron out the bugs prior to use on a show.
(3) Ingestion and delivery: verify technical aspects of Blur’s scenes and ensure that assets meet specifications for delivery to other vendors (i.e., frame rates, file formats, scale, etc.). Same process must be repeated for ingesting assets from vendors.
(4) Process mocap: process and clean mocap clips as needed to supplement Blur’s usual methods.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Visual Effects, Animation, Video Production, or related field, plus one year of experience in layout, visual effects, animation or previs.
*Specific skills: Also requires experience or knowledge in the following:
3D character animation, 3D modeling and texturing, and
lighting.Knowledge of 3D pipelines and the ability to specify efficient workflow and identify additional
tools.Knowledge of the entire production process and rendering
methods.Editing MoCap data to craft detailed character
animations.Creating high quality hand-keyed animations through solid body mechanics and engaging performances.
* Any level of knowledge, experience and/or coursework in the specific skills is acceptable.
Send resume to Monica Haley / Re: Layout Animator, Blur Studio, 3960 Ince Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
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