Industrial Light & Magic, better known as ILM, has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film since its founding in 1975 by George Lucas. ILM houses the leading effects facility in the world, one that has served the motion picture industry for 30 years. It's been awarded 16 Academy Awards for Visual Effects, 20 Scientific and Technical Achievement Awards, and played a key role in 5 of the top 10 worldwide box office hits of all time.

Layout Artist

Responsibilities:

• Animate final cameras with a skilled eye for realistic camera motion.
• Set dress shots based upon key artwork, working with the Art Directors to achieve the desired aesthetic for the set.
• Ensure set dress continuity among shots.
• Support the shots through character animation and lighting, answering questions and solving problems that occur as each of these groups begin their work on the shots.
• Perform rough layout duties (shot design and character blocking) as needed, as artists may be shared between rough and final layout.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years in feature film or television production, or equivalent experience.
• Preferred training in and/or strong demonstrable understanding of the principles of film and art.
• Expertise in scene, shot, camera, and character composition.
• Exposure to modeling, lighting, and texturing preferred.
• Strong knowledge of terminology and techniques used in film, animation and visual effects including knowledge of photography and camera lenses.
• Demonstrated expertise using Maya or similar 3D software.
• Ability to learn and use new software as needed.
• Ability to work under pressure as well as implement changes based on input from multiple sources.
• Ability to train and peer-mentor other employees to increase skill and proficiency.
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a multi-user environment.
• Excellent organizational skills a must.