Layout Artist (Game Art)

TL;DR

Layout Artist (Game Art): Translating storyboards and animatics into a 3D environment, managing layouts to realize the artistic vision of the Executive Producer, Layout Supervisor, and Animation Supervisor with an accent on cinematography, staging, and set dressing. Focus on innovating ideas/solutions for the layout process, bringing in new tools and ideas to bring the concept to life on screen.

Location: Los Angeles, California, United States

Salary: $2,509.60/week to $2,600/week

Company

hirify.global is a pre-production animation studio based in Los Angeles, California, creating both feature animation and animated series with artists from around the world.

What you will do

• Establish the visual narrative of the film, working with the Executive Producer, Layout Supervisor, and Animation Supervisor.
• Manage the cinematography, staging, and set dressing of the film.
• Review the layout with the Layout Supervisor to set up specific shots.
• Work with the vendor studio to achieve the desired animation setup and working with animation files directly.
• Provide and innovate ideas/solutions for the layout process, bringing in new tools and ideas to bring the concept to life on screen.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience working as a Layout Artist or Animator in the animation industry or equivalent experience.
• Experience in building and leading successful teams.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills.
• Proficiency using a Mac, particularly in design related programs like Photoshop.
• Proficiency using Maya.
• Sound knowledge of cinematography and editorial principals.