Freelance: CG - Los Angeles

Framestore VR Studio; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Framestore VR Studio in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a highly skilled CG generalist with expertise in major 3D apps and compositing to deliver photo-real and stylized visuals for VR projects.

You will collaborate with artists in a fast-paced production environment, applying strong knowledge of Maya/Houdini, Arnold, and scripting, while communicating clearly and adapting to creative changes and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in major 3D apps and compositing workflows.
• Strong collaboration and communication in fast-paced productions.
• Adaptable to creative changes and flexible hours.

Skills

Maya

Houdini

Substance Designer

Substance Painter

Mari

Photoshop

Arnold

Animation basics

Cinematic language

Communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Time management

US work authorization

Scripting (Python/C++)

Tools

Mantra

VRay

Linux

Nuke

PfTrack/3DEqualizer

Job description

Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of any of the following pending specific discipline: Maya, Houdini, Substance Designer, Substance Painter, Mari, and/or Photoshop
• A working knowledge of Arnold
• High level ability to produce great looking imagery across a range of styles; from photo real CG composited against live action through to stylized fully CG work
• A good understanding of animation and an eye for motion
• Knowledge of cinematic language and technical terminology
• Strong communication skills are critical. Must be able to work within a team, taking direction and exercising attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment
• Must be self-motivated, a team player and organised
• Able and willing to follow direction and openly collaborate with others
• Ability to work well under pressure and open to working flexible hours
• Adaptable and accepting of creative change throughout a project
• Must have valid US work authorization.

Desired Skills

• A working knowledge of Mantra and VRay a plus.
• A familiarity with scripting e.g. C++, python, hscript or mel
• Experience with linux \ unix based operating systems
• A working knowledge of at least one compositing application (e.g. Nuke) and a solid understanding of the compositing process
• PfTrack or 3DEqualizer experience a plus

California Employees Pay Range:

Juniors (<1 year - 3 years experience): $25 - $35 per hour

Mids (4 - 6 years experience): $400 - $550 per day
Seniors (6+ years of experience): $600 - $900 per day

The posted range describes the minimum to maximum range for this job description in the state of California. The range is posted in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. The range for this same position may be lower or higher in markets outside of California. Pay is dependent on the applicant's relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.