Layout Finaling Artist

Job Description

Walt Disney Animation Studios has an exciting opportunity for Layout Finaling Artists to join the team at our Vancouver, BC studio. A Final Layout Artist is responsible for the integrity of their shot files and for adjusting the file's camera, sets and props (as needed), before publishing the file for consumption by downstream departments. A Layout Finaling Artist is also responsible for checking continuity prior to delivering to Sweatbox. This is a regular, full time, contract position.

Hybrid and Remote opportunities for our Vancouver Studio are specific to remote work within the province of British Columbia.

Requirements
• Strong knowledge of the Layout process
• Must demonstrate the ability to animate and polish camera animation
• Must have and demonstrate strong cinematic training and knowledge
• Must have an understanding of animation and animation pipeline
• Must have solid Maya skills and training (proprietary tools will be taught)
• Linux OS experience is recommended
• Excellent communication skills- written and oral
• Basic understanding of modeling, texturing and lighting
• Ability to track and stay on top of detailed information
• Solid understanding of production priorities
• Ability to problem solve and share solutions
• Willingness to work with others and take direction from show Supervisors
• Experience working with and editing text files is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and/or equivalent experience

Application Materials
• A reel of your recent and/or past Layout work that shows one or more sequences of shots in continuity. This is essential
• A resume that details your recent/ past work history and a reel breakdown if appropriate

The hiring range for this position in British Columbia, Canada is C$87,210 to C$145,420 per year. This hiring range covers candidates who are considered experienced to expert level. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.

Disney Animation continues to build on its rich legacy of innovation and creativity, from the first fully-animated feature film, 1937's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, to our 62nd animated feature, Wish, releasing November 2023. Among the studio's timeless creations are Pinocchio, Sleeping Beauty, The Jungle Book, The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, Frozen, Big Hero 6, Zootopia, and Encanto.

This position is with Walt Disney Animation Studios Vancouver Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Animation Studios.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rv69vn-18-217-116-183-42 in your application.