Previs Artist

Warner Bros. Pictures Animation•Burbank, CA

6d•$53 - $80•Onsite

About The Position

Warner Bros. Pictures Animation is looking for an experienced Previsualization/Layout Artist. This position creates sequences of shots that convey the story through the application of traditional filmmaking principles in a 3D environment. Working closely with the Head of Previs and the Director to guide the creative and technical storytelling.

Requirements

5+ years’ experience in feature animation is preferred
VFX and/or animated television in a layout or previsualization roll a plus
Strong understanding of cinematography
Ability to work under pressure as well as implement changes based on input from multiple sources.
Proficient in programs such as Autodesk Maya, Adobe Creative Suite, Nuke and Unreal Engine
Expertise with editing software
Moderate to advanced modeling, surfacing and rigging skills
Moderate to advanced skills in effects animation
Passion for animation and filmmaking.
Positive, direct, collaborative communication to help improve our shared vision and studio culture.
Flexible, adaptable approach with a constant appetite for new knowledge and experiences.
Ability to work in the Burbank studio 3 days a week

Responsibilities

Establish character blocking, camera positioning, lensing, and camera movement.
Pre-visualize and layout sequences of shots that convey the story based on storyboards, story reel and/or script pages.
Ensure that the vision of the Director, Art Director and Head of Cinematography is incorporated
Work with existing storyboards, recreate, and/or enhance story through cinematic layout of shots.
May create rough models, environments and rigs to facilitate pre-visualization work.
Collaborate with the Editorial department to incorporate materials and animatic work into the production reel.
Pre-visualize the look of the film in collaboration with the Art Department.
Model, surface, and rig Previs assets such as characters, environments, and effects.
Work in previsualization and layout on lighting, effects, rough character performances, camera motion, and editing.