About the role
Location: Los Angeles, California, United States
Sony Pictures Animation is an animation studio based in Los Angeles, California, creating both feature animation and animated series with artists from around the world. The studio prides itself on empowering filmmakers to lead the creative process and allowing the hand of the artist to be truly felt, with the goal of producing bold and innovative visual storytelling. This is a union-covered position.
Responsibilities
- Ensure artistic vision alignment and consistency of shot across sequences, maintaining a cohesive look despite varying sequences or environments.
- Work under the direction of the Comp Supervisor, occasionally helping with paint-overs and notes needed to provide direction to the Partner studio.
- Review and participate in LRC dailies from the partner studio alongside the Compositing Supervisor.
- Complete internal retakes and shot polishing under the direction of the Compositing Supervisor.
Qualifications
- Comfortable with the 3D environment of Nuke, integrating stock footage plates into a 3D environment.
- Strong understanding of lighting principles, color theory, and cinematography, with the ability to translate artistic concepts into technical execution.
- Experience managing render pipelines and optimizing workflows for large-scale animation or VFX projects.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues and propose creative solutions.
- A portfolio showcasing a range of lighting and compositing work, with an emphasis on animated series or similar projects.
- A passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail in creating visually compelling animation.
- Strong understanding of layering, character, and environment for clear readability.
- Management of multi-AOV compositing techniques and a strong eye for detail and color theory.
Compensation and Benefits
- Base Salary: $62.22/hr to $75/hr.
- This role qualifies for benefits pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement.
- The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors.
Application Requirements
- Include a resume and a link to your portfolio.
- Include any passwords to your work in your cover letter and/or in your resume.