Moonsworth Studios offers a collaborative workspace and the opportunity to work on exciting projects with various brands.
We are looking for creative and passionate VFX Artists with collaborative mindsets to bring the latest technical trends and innovation to our immersive cinematic experiences, designing and generating next-generation dynamic simulations, procedural simulations, particle and fluid systems for upcoming productions. Qualifications / Desired Attributes:
* 3+ years of VFX experience in games, film, television or related fields
* In-depth knowledge and experience creating simulations in Houdini or proprietary equivalent
* Robust understanding of VFX principals with a skilled sense of timing and staging
* Good understanding of the entire visual effects process, from modeling and texturing, animation, rendering and cinematic compositing
* High level of attention to detail and good communication skills
* Ability to work independently and efficiently to meet deadlines
* Work with key creatives to conceptualize and produce a wide range of technically advanced visual effects animations and simulations
* Create high quality realistic scenes including environmental supporting elements, atmospherics, simulations and other VFX
* Animate moderate objects with proficiency
* Maintain an open and professional demeanor regarding direction, changes and shifting requirements
* Successful candidates have a deep understanding of particle effects, procedural simulation and fluid systems, and will be able to show a wide variety of realistic VFX, modeling, lighting, animation, rendering, and compositing work. If you are interested in this position please email your application to studios@moonsworth.com with the subject “VFX Artist Application”. Additionally, please include a portfolio or screenshots of past work.
We are looking for talented CG Animators who have a strong generalist understanding of acting, entertainment, dynamics, anatomy, dialogue and composition. We want artists with a strong point of view who put a personal spin on their work. The main responsibility will be to animate digital CG characters within complex environments and deliver animations to a high quality standard. Qualifications / Desired Attributes:
* Create quality animation using digital tools for upcoming cinematic projects.
* Work closely with neighboring 3D Artists, Directors and Animation supervisors
* Animate digital CG characters with an understanding of story/character context
* Clearly show animation ideas and shot blocking in Director review (animation dailies)
* Maintain an open and professional demeanor regarding direction, changes and shifting requirements
* Ideally upwards of 2 years of 3D animation experience
* Proficiency in Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya or similar software
* Comparable software experience considered
* Solid understanding of the principles of Animation
* Sharp eyes for motion, timing and posture
* Familiarity with digital character rigging techniques and fundamentals
* Have a good understanding of filmic composition and lighting
* Ability to light scenes using varying shadowing strategies, imitating distributed light sources.
* High level of attention to detail and good communication skills
* Successful candidates can animate, model, texture, shade, light, and composite CG scenes, however candidates will be considered if they demonstrate themselves to be exceptional in only one area, as long as they have some experience in others and are willing to learn. If you are interested in this position please email your application to studios@moonsworth.com with the subject “3D Generalist Application”. Additionally, please include a portfolio or screenshots of past work.