CG Experimental Artist

Netflix•Vancouver, BC

1d•$47

About The Position

We are seeking early career CG Experimental Artists to join our pioneering team creating animated shorts and specials using experimental GenAI-native production pipelines. Working alongside our growing team of artists, this role will specifically support experienced CG Experimental artists as they develop feature-quality content in a creator-led environment. You'll help the team execute the tasks needed to build new workflows and bring shots to life in production - a great fit for recent graduates looking to break into the space.

Requirements

Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini, Harmony, and/or Blender
Conceptual understanding of diffusion-based rendering and animation techniques.
Experience with the creation of animation assets, and techniques like image editing, masking, etc.
Strong collaborative skills and ability to work in a team environment in support of other artists, in rapidly evolving, experimental pipelines.
Ability to adapt to new technologies and tools and quickly pivot in this fast-moving field where workflows and creative approaches are being developed in real time.
High level of independence and initiative, as production support structures and workflows will be evolving alongside the creative process.

Nice To Haves

Experience training image LoRAs, video LoRAs, and similar are a plus.
Strong organizational and communication skills are a plus
Passion for storytelling and animation with a portfolio showcasing the ability to create compelling narratives using AI tools. Demonstrates excellence and inspiration in storytelling, visual comedy, and innovative thinking, with a strong understanding of how to leverage generative AI tools to enhance creative storytelling.

Responsibilities

Support a team of CG and Generative AI experts to develop unique content for animated shorts and specials, leveraging a GenAI-native pipeline that combines generative AI tools with traditional animation techniques.
Contribute to the creation of short stories in a fast-paced production environment.
Support CG artists in the creation of shot-ready assets (e.g., characters, props, environments) using a combination of generative tools and traditional DCCs (Photoshop, Maya, Houdini, Harmony, Blender, etc.)
Help to build datasets of assets, images, and videos to support in the building and fine tuning of generative image and video models
Use GenAI tools such as ComfyUI to help artists generate concept frames, style frames, character explorations, and environment designs based on scripts, outlines, or verbal direction.
Test and evaluate the latest generative tooling and be open to testing new technology throughout the development process.
Help testing and expanding upon new GenAI/traditional hybrid workflows developed by other artists and technology teams