Vancouver | Rotoanim Artist | Senior

We are looking for a Senior Rotoanim Artist to join our team in Vancouver! Do you want to influence the future of matchmove and be a part of a team that appreciates the craft of Matchmove + Rotoanim in all aspects, come join the family! This is an exciting and rare opportunity to be part of the formative years of a new studio in Vancouver. Our constantly increasing projects range from feature films to commercials. You will be working with artists with a wealth of experience on various productions. We are looking for talented artists who have the drive to keep up and contribute to this quickly growing company. Check out our Youtube Track channel full of awesome tutorials! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjm__bwnllKzKy1qA_RnV8w We offer extended health benefits, flexible hours, and an open creative environment for all our staff. APPLICATION Please apply once. Only re-apply if your details have recently changed. country: CA all locations: [Vancouver, BC] commitment: Full Time department: location: Vancouver, BC team: Matchmove Duties & Responsibilities: Ability to Rotoanim a 3D character rig precisely to match actors. Including facial animationDecent Camera/Object matchmove. Ability to hand-key cameras/objects in MayaAbility to model environments with or without lidars, measurements, and camera information. UV objects when necessary.Strong layout skills, including camera track overs. Meticulous nature with a self-critical eye, and high standards. Able to QC own shots Strong problem-solving and identifying solutions without guidanceAbility to give accurate time estimates as well as provide bidding hours with productionHighly motivated, and be able to work with the entire team/production. Mentor all artists, especially junior artistsCommunicate clear and concise issues to the Matchmove Leads & SupervisorTo be able to follow directions and take ownership of your tasks.Maintain a professional level of knowledge about current developments in matchmove tools for computer graphicsWork well under pressure. Excellent time management and work to tight deadlines. Handle client revisions in a timely mannerPositive attitude and excitement for new challenges in an intense production environmentTeam player who excels in a collaborative environment Education and Experience: Degree in computer graphics or a related subject5+ years experience as a Rotoanim ArtistProven ability to manage and mentor a teamExpert knowledge in focal lengths, film backs, lens distortions, rolling shutter etc.Decent level skills in Syntheyes and/or 3deStrong Knowledge of MayaBasic NukeSoft tracking a plus (vertice animation with no rig)The ability to script in MEL and Python is a plusMMSolver a plusSyntheyes - Geo H a plusKeentools a plus, will be required to learn Required software knowledge: MayaNukeShotgun Recommended software knowledge: Syntheyes and/or 3deMM SolverKeentoolsRussian3dScannerBlenderPython/Mel Why work at Track VFX?: Benefits after 3 months! (contracts must be 6 months or longer to be eligible)We pay overtime after 40 hours!Only Matchmove company in North AmericaTraining seminars. Provide many in-house tutorialsGreat clients and ability to work closely with them!Amazing artists and supportive production teamAbility to work closely with head SupervisorsHelp make an impact in the future of MatchmoveCareer Progression