Artistic director Jobs in Vancouver, BC

THE THIRD FLOOR is the world’s leading visualization company with offices in Los Angeles and London and global production locations. Since 2004, the studio has helped clients visualize and maximize content by producing computer‑animated blueprints, known as "previsualizations". The Third Floor is a fun, creative company founded by artists, for artists. We work on extremely high‑profile projects while maintaining a small studio culture. The company has won multiple Emmy and VES awards for its work. Recent projects include Avatar : The Way of Water, House of the Dragon, Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Guardians of the Galaxy 3, For All Mankind, Masters of the Air and many more.

Previs Rigger / Modeler – Must be able to take artistic direction from a wide spectrum of sources to produce environments, props, and characters that best represent the director's vision. The ideal candidate will have a strong sense of design and be comfortable filling in gaps of information to ensure each asset looks its best.

Strong knowledge of low‑polygon modeling is a must, as well as good knowledge of real‑time OpenGL techniques for lighting and FX.

Responsibilities

• Design accurate models from storyboards, concept art, and / or script pages.
• Build lower resolution assets for both organic and hard surface – characters, creatures, props, and environments.
• Texture, rig, and light models quickly and efficiently.
• Transfer and / or create lower resolution models from higher resolution models.
• Understand concepts used heavily in previs such as the creation of alpha / transparency cards and animated UVs for visual effects.
• Possess an artistic eye for detail and understand the technical specifications for each project.
• Work well on a team and successfully take direction from a supervisor.
• Adapt quickly and accept change – often have to toss out ideas and start fresh.
• Maintain a high consistent standard of quality and speed.

Essential Skills

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Strategy / Planning and Information Technology

Industries

Movies and Sound Recording

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