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Position Summary The Lead Layout Artist has multiple purviews under their umbrella. They should have a firm grasp on matchmove and matchanimation (known as roto animation at other studios) techniques and are able to tackle shots that would entail that type of work. Majority of the work done by ILMs Layout department are matchmove and matchanimation focused. The Lead Layout Artist will also work as a digital camera operator to create camera compositions and determine rough character timing to pre-visualize shots and provide a clear sense of action for the Animation, FX and Lighting departments. The Layout department at ILM encompasses a variety of layout related work and tasks which would fall under other departments at other studios such as: Facial Capture, set asset creation, and sculpting amongst others. The Lead Layout Artist will need to be flexible at learning and picking up new software/workflows depending on the project. The Lead Layout Artist will be key in providing support to the Layout Supervisor; this includes helping out the team when team members have questions or difficulties in shot work as well as teaching and ramping up artists on the team whether they be new to the project or company. What Youll Do Work under the guidance and direction of the Layout SupervisorGuide the Layout teams to execute quality performance for the filmGuide Layout Artists working on shots in the assigned sequence to ensure that the Layout Supervisors direction and level of quality is realized in addition to working on their own shotsProvide mentoring and training as neededMatchmove cameras, object track and solving, matchanimate characters, lens calibration solves and lidar asset ingestionCreative Layout camera, character blocking, and environment set dressing workHelp work with the Layout Supervisor to trial and test new software and workflows before and during showsGuide Layout Artists in the creation of rough models and environments for pre-visualisationAssist the Layout Supervisor with the technical set up of their assigned sequences, troubleshoot any problems on their shots, and are responsible for continuity and flow within and between shotsOversee the creation of a 3D version of the story reel. Also supervises the Layout crew to execute the layout of shots.May work as the team leader on technical aspects of Layout To be a contributing member of this team, you will have a mix of these skills: Bachelors degree in Computer Science or Computer Graphics or previous experience in a related field preferred7 years VFX experience, with 4 years as senior matchmove/layout artist in VFX, commercials or video gamesGood written and oral communication skills including strong interpersonal skillsAbility to guide and mentor a team of artistsWork closely with other discipline supervisors, including CG Supervisor and VFX SupervisorDeliver feedback to artists, both constructive and positiveMust have a willingness to learn new tools, proven ability to be detail-oriented and to work efficiently within a production environmentExcellent problem solving skills including the ability to work under tight deadlinesUnderstanding of photography and the effects of different lenses on perspectivesNice to have:On set experienceBackground in previz or rough layout a plusAdvanced knowledge of Nuke, LINUX, 3DE, Maya, front end pipeline knowledge (Asset development, Capture), and/or proprietary tracking software JoinILM This position is with Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Industrial Light & Magic. Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.