Junior Generalist (Project Hire)

TL;DR

Junior Generalist (VFX): Learn to use various software packages to create photo-real environments and elements with an accent on landscapes. Focus on producing entry-level shot work including lighting, rendering, model tweaks, and HDRI stitching.

Location: San Francisco, California, United States

Salary: $67,900 to $86,900 per year

Company

Leading visual effects facility founded in 1975 by George Lucas, part of Disney, creating effects for motion pictures.

What you will do

• Produce entry-level shot work like simple lighting/rendering, env map rendering, basic model/texture tweaks, and HDRI stitching
• Communicate shot status to Production and Supervisor, follow artistic direction
• Attend dailies and check vendor files for consistency
• Write documentation of processes and workflows
• Tune renders for efficiency and test software with Tech lead
• Update and organize Generalist-specific libraries

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Graphics, Fine Arts, Design, Photography or equivalent industry experience
• Proven ability in one or more CG techniques: modelling, texturing, shading, lighting, look development, matte painting or compositing
• Strong artistic skills, teamwork, communication, and interdisciplinary thinking
• Demonstrated interest in quickly learning new software
• Entry-level understanding of Photoshop, 3dsmax, Maya, Houdini, ray trace renderer, and 2D compositing software (or comparable)

Nice to have

• Experience with emerging AI tools and workflows
• Experience with real-time engine like UE

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a creative environment passionate about filmmaking and visual effects
• Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits
• Potential bonus and/or long-term incentive units
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion