The Layout Supervisor is responsible for leading the layout team and the story-telling shot sequence continuity, and presentation as part of the VFX pipeline for feature film and/or high-level television. Utilizing assets from the modeling department and/or camera track from the matchmove department, they create a rough pass of the shot as a whole as well as packages necessary components for use in later departments. While camera animation and composition is the main objective, they may be required to create a simple animation, lighting, and FX in order to convey key story points.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESCreates visually striking composition based on the shot description and/or storyboardMatches references such as previs and/or imagesSupplement shots with simple but convincing animation, lighting, and FX to aid story-tellingStitches plate-based shots into a full CG environment and vice versaAssembles the correct combination of assets in a shot for use in downstream departmentsIncludes proof of scale and continuity in a virtual layout setupDebugs technical problems and escalate issues as neededTakes directions and applies notes from supervisorsQUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCEMinimum five (5) years of layout experience in visual effects for feature films or television (required)Proven team leadership and supervision skillsBachelor's degree or Diploma in the field of arts, film, and/or animation (preferred)Advanced software skills in Maya (required)Basic to Intermediate skills in 3ds Max, Photoshop, Shotgun, Nuke, and Scripting (preferred)Extensive skillset in-camera animation, staging, and set dressingGreat sense of presentation via lighting, texturing, and/or FXSolid animation grounding for story-telling purposesBackground or experience in traditional Fine Arts demonstrating a thorough understanding of framing and compositionExcellent communication and interpersonal skills; a team player with a great attitudeGreat eye for detail with excellent and consistent quality assuranceStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionAPPLICATIONPlease only apply once. We keep your application details on file for both current and future job opportunities. If you are applying to more than one position, use the same email address on all applications. Only re-apply if your details have recently changed.