DreamWorks Animation · 2 days ago
DreamWorks Feature - Digimatte Artist
Glendale, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $135K/yr
5+ years expDreamWorks Animation is a leading producer of high-quality animated films and series, seeking a Digimatte Artist to contribute to their creative projects. The role involves producing complex digimatte elements, collaborating with various departments to create immersive environments that seamlessly integrate into films.
AnimationFilmMedia and Entertainment
Responsibilities
Follow Production Designer’s direction to produce complex digimatte elements at a high standard, with a thorough understanding of perspective, lighting, and color
Work with rendered cg elements, still photography, and digital paint to build believable environments that are to be seamlessly integrated into the film
As necessary, create 3d assets from scratch and seamlessly meld them with photography and painting into a cohesive whole
Work hand in hand with Lighting, Modeling, FX, and Look Dev to find the most efficient techniques to finalize shots
Work collaboratively as part of a team taking direction from the Digimatte Supervisor, VFX Supervisor and feedback from the Production Designer as needed
Qualification
Required
Proficient and a strong understanding on the latest versions of software such as Nuke, Photoshop, and other industry standard 3D packages
Strong conceptual understanding of compositing, and general knowledge of compositing software (such as Nuke's) 3D environment and tools
Familiarity with working with AOVs and different passes within an EXR file
Adheres to timelines; previous experience prioritizing and managing time efficiently for quick turnarounds
Willing to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples -- if available, include a web address when you submit your resume
Preferred
5+ years of experience in VFX/Animation industry
Experience in a Linux-based operating system
Knowledge of a 3D Animation Pipeline
Traditional art skills which demonstrate an eye for light, shadow, composition, and color
Work comfortably in a variety of implementations; be it 2D backdrops, 3d assets and complex 2.5D/3D projections
Bachelor's degree in Art, Film, Visual Effects, Animation, Computer Graphics or other related field and/or equivalent experience desired
Company
DreamWorks Animation
DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. engages in the development, production, and exploitation of animated films and associated characters
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15M2016-04-28Acquired
2015-02-12Post Ipo Equity· $15M
2004-10-28IPO
Leadership Team
Kate Swanborg
SVP, Technology Communications and Strategic Alliances
Shabrayia Cleaver
Associate Producer / Producer (Feature/Short)
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