Layout/Previz Artist

Paramount Animation through its affiliate Animated Productions Inc. currently has exciting opportunities for a Previs Artist (Union) to join the animation team at our Hollywood, CA studio.  

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Setting the initial composition, staging and cameras
• Helping to creatively solve technical and aesthetic problems as the production progresses from storyboards to 3D
• Establishing a locale and define mood through sets
• Communicating and working with Story, Art and Editorial personnel
• Communicating with individuals involved throughout the animation process regarding technical specifications and creative beats.
• Adhering to tight production schedules
• Taking and implementing creative feedback from Previs Lead, VFX Supervisor and Director
• Day to day will report to Digital Production Manager for scheduling
• Previous production Experience or Exceptional artistic skills/abilities in CGI/traditional artwork
• 5+ years of previs/layout Experience
• Ability to communicate with all members of the production team on a
• Technical and creative level in a collaborative environment
• A Good Understanding of physical lenses and camera work
• A Demonstrated Understanding of the principals of staging and composition
• Knowledge of Maya and Unix required
• Experience with Lighting preferred - Experience at working on high-end systems preferred
• Bachelors Degree or equivalent Experience Desired
• Strong Animation Experience required
• Experience with rough modeling preferred