Rising VFX Generalist: Lighting, Environments & Rendering

Festybay; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 67,900 - 86,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) options

Employee discounts and professional development opportunities

Job summary

A subsidiary of a major entertainment company in San Francisco is seeking a Junior Generalist to join their team. This position is ideal for emerging artists with a strong foundation in digital or traditional arts, actively contributing to high-profile visual effects projects. Responsibilities include handling lighting tasks, asset modifications, and participating in dailies. Candidates should have a relevant degree and familiarity with critical CG techniques and tools like Photoshop and Houdini. The role includes comprehensive benefits and incentives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience demonstrating proficiency.
• Proven ability in CG techniques such as modeling, shading, and compositing.
• Strong eye for real-world lighting, physics, and textures.

Responsibilities

• Perform lighting tasks to integrate shots seamlessly with live-action footage.
• Execute basic model and texture tweaks for shots.
• Render environment maps and organize HDRI maps for the lighting team.

Skills

Modeling and Texturing

Shading and Lighting

Look Development

Matte Painting and Compositing

Familiarity with AI-assisted workflows

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Graphics, Fine Arts, Design, or Photography

Tools

Photoshop

Maya

3ds Max

Houdini

Unreal Engine

Job description

A subsidiary of a major entertainment company in San Francisco is seeking a Junior Generalist to join their team. This position is ideal for emerging artists with a strong foundation in digital or traditional arts, actively contributing to high-profile visual effects projects. Responsibilities include handling lighting tasks, asset modifications, and participating in dailies. Candidates should have a relevant degree and familiarity with critical CG techniques and tools like Photoshop and Houdini. The role includes comprehensive benefits and incentives.