VFX Layout Artist — Story-Driven Shot Composer

Eyeline; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

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.