Overview of role

A CG Junior will assist more experienced CG artists in the preparation and completion of jobs as well as completing simpler jobs independently.

The role will be working closely with more senior operators and as part of a team, assisting in the completion of jobs – ranging from simple modelling, through to longer more involved projects involving lighting, animation, look dev, FX and rendering.

The role will also involve running smaller jobs on their own without the assistance of a senior operator.

Part or the role will be for the junior to develop their skills by learning from seniors and by self-improvement using online training materials.

An interest in Photography and filmmaking technology is preferable

Key responsibilities

Operations:

Demonstrative experience and knowledge of 3D modelling and texturing for VFX

Rendering skills

Tracking skills

Familiarity with pipeline issues and a typical post-production environment

Experience of general compositing principles

Strong aesthetic sensibility, good use of colour

Creative and design orientated.

Must be able to work within a team, taking direction and exercising attention to detail

Self-motivated problem solver

A working knowledge of Arnold, Renderman, or Mental Ray

Some experience of animation and an eye for motion

A familiarity with scripting e.g. C++, python, hscript or mel is beneficial

Client:

Have the ability to deal with client issues quickly and effectively, seeking assistance when required.

Ability to communicate effectively with clients.

People:

Take responsibility for own learning and development

Liaising with all levels of management and staff

Must be able to work within a team and take direction

Finance:

Will be required to breakdown and quote on complex VFX projects