VFX Artist (Paint & Roto)

TL;DR

Entry Level VFX Artist (Paint & Roto): Joining the Jedi Academy Program to learn and apply 2D animation techniques for rotoscoping and hand painting on live-action plates, with an accent on matte creation, plate clean-up, and dynamic recreation. Focus on developing a strong eye for photo-realism, color, lighting, and integrating new methodologies into VFX workflows.

Location: Hybrid in Sydney, Australia. You must be an Australian Citizen or hold Australian Permanent Resident status and reside in NSW.

Company

hirify.global is the leading visual effects facility founded by George Lucas, creating stunning images for motion pictures, commercial productions, and attractions worldwide.

What you will do

• Learn an understanding of 2D animation for both rotoscoping and organic hand painting.
• Break down and rebuild various segments within a live action plate.
• Perform general live action plate preparation, wire and marker removal, and clean plate projections.
• Develop a strong eye for colour, lighting, perspective, grain structure, and photo-realism.
• Learn and utilize ILM's proprietary tools and pipeline.

Requirements

• Must be an Australian Citizen or hold Australian Permanent Resident status.
• Must reside in NSW.
• Fine arts graduates or artists from any background with a genuine passion for a career in Paint & Roto.
• Demonstrated interest and foundational knowledge of filmmaking fundamentals, such as composition and storytelling.
• Adaptable mindset regarding new methodologies and an eagerness to integrate emerging technologies.
• Great collaboration skills and a curious learning approach.
• Possess a Bachelor's Degree in VFX, visual arts, digital media or animation, or a creative portfolio demonstrating work and a general understanding of VFX.

Culture & Benefits

• 12-month paid Jedi Academy program.
• Consists of an intensive initial training period (6-12 weeks) followed by on-the-job development.
• Work full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm.
• Company fosters diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Hiring process

• Applications close on Monday, 16th March.
• Successful applicants receive an invitation from an online interview tool (Hirevue).
• In-studio interviews commence on Monday, 30th March.
• Offers will be extended to successful candidates in April.