CG Environment Artist - LAIKA Studios (Hillsboro, OR)
GENERAL SUMMARY
The CG Environment Artist constructs CG environments that are cohesive with the film's look and fit with other elements from plate photography. The CG Environment Artist will collaborate closely with the Lead CG Environment Artist and Sr CG Environment Artists to build environments that are both visually compelling and integral to the storytelling process.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Create complex photorealistic CG environments with an emphasis on matching the look of realistic practical assets while working within the production schedule and meeting established deadlines while monitoring ShotGrid for assignments.
Generate 2D and 3D backgrounds, layouts, and CG environments. to establish a cohesive digital world for stop motion animated films.
Obtain a level of realism based on the art direction of the project.
Assemble environment assets in Houdini for use in downstream departments.
Use in-house Houdini scattering tools, grass and ivy systems, and tree and shrub tools to build highly designed and photorealistic landscapes matching sets and elements shot on practical stages.
Contribute to the development of visual ideas that enhance the story through collaboration.
Incorporate environments into shot designs.
Participate in review sessions on a consistent basis.
QUALIFICATIONS
3+ years’ experience designing CG environments and backgrounds for photorealistic feature films and television.
Excellent sense of color, lighting, texture, perspective, and composition.
Strong understanding of geography and landscape.
Strong aesthetic sense and ability to interpret the unique 'style' of the film into 3D designs.
Advanced Houdini experience.
Working knowledge of 3D software in a production environment (e.g.,Zbrush, Mari, Maya, Blender).
Knowledge of Katana, RenderMan, GAEA, World Creator, Unreal, Photoshop, and Nuke a plus.
Ability to take direction and work both collaboratively and independently as a problem-solver.
Deadline driven; able to multi-task, adapt, and work well under pressure.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear both in person and by telephone. The employee must lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works under typical office conditions and is exposed to variable indoor temperatures. The noise level is usually quiet or moderate.
LOCATION
On-site in Hillsboro, OR
SALARY
Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
