Visual Effects Artist

2 weeks ago


Santa Monica, California, United States Company3Method Studios Full time

Company:
Method Studios

Position:
Visual Effects Artist

Location:
Santa Monica, CA (On-Site or WFH)

*Pay Range: $81.35 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:
Method Studios is seeking a project hire Visual Effects Artist to contribute to our VFX department. This role is based in Santa Monica, CA.


The ideal candidate will be a reliable team player with a positive attitude and the ability to adapt to fast-paced environments.

Collaboration with the VFX Supervisor and VFX Producer is essential to meet the highest creative and technical standards.


MAIN DUTIES:
Oversee software and tools development

Evaluate artists' outputs

Utilize proprietary tools and software, or off-the-shelf applications, to render photorealistic effects for film;

Balance the creation of final renders for shots with the development and maintenance of systems for shot creation

Operate within the Company 3/Method Inc pipeline and publish tools and scripts as directed

Manage disk space to adhere to quotas

Develop systems that reduce render times

Follow the creative direction provided by supervisors

Balance creative requests with available resources

Work effectively in a team environment under tight deadlines.

WHAT YOU BRING:
Prior experience as a Technical Director is advantageous

Expertise in Houdini;

Experience in complex pipelines;

Strong artistic skills

Proven ability to articulate creative and technical ideas;

Capacity to accept direction and adapt to changes

Strong improvisation and problem-solving skills

BONUS IF YOU HAVE:
Experience in Houdini Lighting/Look Development;

Knowledge of tool building and scripting;

Familiarity with Nuke and Katana;

Some scripting skills:
Python, hscript, vex, bash;

Experience with Linux;

A degree in computer science or equivalent advanced training.

About the Company:


Company 3 / Method Studios offers a comprehensive range of Creative Services for content creators, including conceptual design, pre-visualization, look development, ideation and rapid prototyping, 3D animation/CGI, motion graphics/design, matte painting, compositing, dailies and production services, color grading, post-production finishing, marketing/trailers, live-action production, experiences, and more.

Diversity and Inclusion at Company 3 / Method Studios:

Creativity thrives on diversity.

We value each unique experience and are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where every employee feels empowered and safe to express their authentic selves.

Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees.

If you require assistance completing any forms or participating in the application process, please inform the company's HR representative.

*The listed pay range represents the lowest to highest range that we believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, local currency exchange rates, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, applicable law, and business or organizational needs.


Eligible part-time employees working 25 or more hours per week and full-time employees in the US enjoy a comprehensive package of health, retirement, and insurance benefits, along with paid time off.

Eligible project hires and part-time employees working less than 25 hours per week in the US receive retirement, select insurance benefits, and, where required by law, health benefits.

For roles filled in Canada and other territories, local benefits plan offerings will apply.

Both external and internal candidates can apply for this role through this careers' website.

The above compensation and benefits information is provided in accordance with various state and local pay transparency laws.

Note:

No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable.

The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with applicable law.

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