Lead Asset Artist
The Mill
London, United Kingdom
Dept.: 3D
Location: Location: Remote, with a Hybrid option. Our office is based in Soho, London. All applicants must be in the UK.
Reports to: Head of 3D
Job Description
The Matchmove Supervisor is required to work with our CG Supervisors, 2D Supervisors and Producers and be responsible for all aspects of matchmove on assigned projects. Schedule, manage, delegate and supervise the matchmove team. Input into the overall workflow and technical aspects of matchmoving at NVIZ including problems solving. Responsibility for assessing and managing outsource tracks. Working with our production team on new bids for future shows, and with recruitment for hiring new matchmove team members. Be prepared to undertake on-set work where required and have an understanding of all kit to be used.
Requirements:
Candidates should have 5+ years CG experience in feature films or television.
Thorough understanding of the visual effects process and the ability to interpret the technical brief from the CG/2D supervisor.
Expert working knowledge of 3dEqualizer, PFTrack, Mocha
Knowledge in all areas of matchmoving
Good knowledge of Maya
Basic usage of Nuke
Knowledge of Alembic workflows
Comprehensive knowledge of modern DSLRs
Experience on-set, knowledge of data acquisition and experience with photogrammetry shoots
Critical eye for detail and strong communication skills.
Excellent problem solving skills
Strong technical and design skills.
Good time management and delegation skills.
Proactive and accepting of changes.
Knowledge of other CG animation software including Houdini, and UE4
Nuke composting skills for creating and outputting 2D aspects of matchmoves
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gp59oe-3-141-244-201-42 in your application.
Please send your CV specifying “Matchmove Supervisor” within the subject line.
On-line showreels and links to websites are welcome. Please also include a shot breakdown showing specifically what your role entailed per shot/sequence.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.