Cinematic Artist

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and project bonuses

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Creative work environment in Paarl

Contribute to storytelling in a growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Cinematic Artist to join our team in Paarl, crafting in-game cinematics that enhance storytelling and player immersion. You will collaborate with a cinematic director, animators, and editors to bring narrative moments to life with dynamic camera work and pacing.

Requires 3+ years in cinematics/technical art, proficiency in Unreal Engine or Unity, and a strong portfolio. Experience with Maya and editing software is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Cinematic Art, Technical Art, or animation focused on cinematics.
• Proficiency with game engines (Unreal or Unity) and their cinematic tools.
• Strong cinematography, composition, lighting, and storytelling knowledge.
• Experience with 3D animation and editing software is a plus.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration, with a showreel/portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, edit, and animate scenes for in-game cinematics using motion capture and keyframing.
• Set up cameras, lighting, and props within the game engine to craft cinematic sequences.
• Collaborate with narrative team to translate story requirements into visuals.
• Work with animators and technical artists for seamless integration of characters/environments.
• Implement and optimize cinematics within the game engine to meet performance and quality standards.
• Participate in feedback sessions and iterate cinematics based on director input.

Skills

Cinematic storytelling

Team collaboration

Communication

Storytelling techniques

Portfolio required

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Sequencer

Timeline

Maya

Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and creative Cinematic Artist to join their team in Paarl . In this role, you will be responsible for crafting compelling in-game cinematics that enhance storytelling and player immersion. You will work closely with the cinematic director, animators, and editors to bring narrative moments to life through stunning visuals, dynamic camera work, and effective pacing. This is an ideal opportunity for an artist with a passion for storytelling and visual flair to contribute to memorable narrative experiences in interactive entertainment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, edit, and animate scenes for in-game cinematics using motion capture data and keyframing techniques.
• Set up cameras, lighting, and props within the game engine to create visually appealing cinematic sequences.
• Collaborate with the narrative team to understand story requirements and translate them into compelling visual sequences.
• Work with animators and technical artists to ensure seamless integration of characters and environments within cinematics.
• Implement and optimize cinematic sequences within the game engine , ensuring performance and quality standards are met.
• Participate in feedback sessions and iterate on cinematics based on director and team input.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a Cinematic Artist , Technical Artist, or Animator focused on cinematics.
• Proficiency with game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity, including their cinematic tools (e.g., Sequencer, Timeline).
• Strong understanding of cinematography, composition, lighting, and storytelling techniques .
• Experience with 3D animation software (e.g., Maya) and editing software (e.g., Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve) is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• A portfolio showcasing high-quality cinematic work is required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for project bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A creative and collaborative work environment in the beautiful region of Paarl .
• Contribute to impactful storytelling in a growing game development studio.