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VFX Layout Artist — Story-Driven Shot Composer

Eyeline

Vancouver

On-site

CAD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

A creative VFX company in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Layout Artist to create visually striking compositions and maintain story-telling continuity. The ideal candidate has 3 to 5 years of layout experience in visual effects, advanced skills in Maya, and a strong background in camera animation and staging. This role requires a great eye for detail and the ability to work independently. Applicants must be based in British Columbia or willing to relocate.

Qualifications

  • 3 to 5 years of layout experience in VFX for feature film or television.
  • Advanced software skills in Maya.
  • Basic skills in 3ds Max, Photoshop, Shotgun, Nuke, and Scripting.
  • Extensive skillset in camera animation, staging, and set dressing.

Responsibilities

  • Create visually striking compositions based on shot descriptions.
  • Match references such as previs and/or images.
  • Supplement shots with convincing animation, lighting, and FX.
  • Stitch plate-based shots into a full CG environment.
  • Assemble correct assets in a shot for downstream use.
  • Debug technical problems and elevate issues.

Skills

Layout experience in visual effects
Maya
3ds Max
Photoshop
Shotgun
Nuke
Scripting
Camera animation
Staging
Set dressing
Lighting
Texturing
Troubleshooting
Problem-solving
Job description
A creative VFX company in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Layout Artist to create visually striking compositions and maintain story-telling continuity. The ideal candidate has 3 to 5 years of layout experience in visual effects, advanced skills in Maya, and a strong background in camera animation and staging. This role requires a great eye for detail and the ability to work independently. Applicants must be based in British Columbia or willing to relocate.
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