Crowd Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Crowd Artist (Gamedev): Creating digital crowd behaviors and simulations for high-end VFX in live-action feature film or TV with an accent on integrating crowd pipeline tools and techniques. Focus on proposing creative approaches and solutions for specific shots and sequences.

Location: Must be based in British Columbia, or willing to relocate.

Salary: $105,000 - $136,000 a year. This salary range is specific to applicants applying to our position in Vancouver, BC.

Company

hirify.global is a global creative studio partnering with storytellers to turn their ambitions into stunning reality.

What you will do

• Create digital crowd behaviors and simulations to achieve the look, movement, and style envisioned.
• Collaborate with VFX/CG Supervisors and Producers to implement efficient ways to integrate crowd pipeline tools and techniques.
• Establish ongoing communication with artists, leads, production, and supervisors regarding schedules, deadlines, and shot/sequence feedback.
• Attend all relevant meetings on shots, sequences, and production.
• Propose creative approaches and solutions for specific shots.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Two (2) to five (5) years of crowd/motion experience in live-action feature film or TV.
• Knowledge of Golaem, Maya, and Python is required.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Team player who excels within a collaborative environment.

Nice to have

• Experience in Houdini Crowds, KineFX, and Vellum.
• Rigging, animation, and/or lookdev experience.
• Experience with mocap retargeting in Maya or MotionBuilder.

Culture & Benefits

• Dynamic workforce nestled within the industry’s most intriguing cities, united by a drive to push the boundaries of storytelling.
• Committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application.
• Receive consideration based solely on your qualifications.