Rodeo FX

Visual Effects

SeniorLayoutArtistTemporaryContract

Montreal, Quebec, Canada FULL TIME
The Brief

“Senior Layout Artist - Temporary Contract at Rodeo FX. Skills: Maya, 3D layout, Camera setup. Design and assemble 3D layout. Structure scenes in Maya”

What You'll Achieve.

Produce high-quality work; Meet deadlines; Meet project's creative goals; Ensure smooth integration of elements; Ensure overall shot consistency

Industry & Context.

Visual Effects
Problems you'll solve

Identify and resolve blocking issues or technical inconsistencies

Eligibility Requirements

Temporary Contract, Work from the studio at least three days per week, Contract of 3 months

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Experience in layout within the VFX industry, Proficiency in Maya, Understanding of camera principles, photography, and cinematic language, Basic knowledge of Nuke, Basic knowledge of 3DEqualizer, Comfortable working with on-set data (LiDAR, HDRI, photogrammetry), Rigor, Autonomy, Attention to detail, Teamwork skills

Nice to Have

Experience with ShotGrid or other production-management tools, Experience in virtual production, Experience working with real-time scenes (Unreal Engine)

What You'll Do.

Design and assemble 3D layout

Structure scenes in Maya

Prepare setups for pipeline

Interpret previs or supervisor directives

Build well-organized setups

Propose efficient layouts

Refine shot compositions

Refine camera movements

Adapt or optimize layout

Ensure cleanliness of scenes

Ensure organization of scenes

Ensure optimization of scenes

Follow studio naming conventions

Follow technical standards

Take into account real-world capture data

Contribute to improvement of workflows

Document best practices

Expand technical skills

Expand artistic skills

Train new team members

Onboard new team members

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Working closely with layout, environment, animation, and supervision teams; Collaborate with other departments; Participate in interdepartmental reviews; Communicate clearly with production and leads; Share relevant information with involved departments

Communication Scope

Communicate clearly; Present work; Receive feedback

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