Transvideo Studios is seeking a 3D Generalist / Motion Graphics Artist for its creative division, Picturelab. This is a full-time position in Mountain View, CA. more »
Position Description:
A 3D Generalist / Motion Graphics Artist is a team player who matches strategic direction with appropriate design results for video marketing initiatives. He or she works closely with the creative director and other team members to execute a creative approach. He or she displays strong artistic aptitude with an exceptional sense of design and a clear interest in 3D / motion graphics and animation in general. He or she delivers quality results under high pressure deadlines, and attention to detail combined with a strong working knowledge of design-related applications is essential.
Responsibilities:
- Designing and producing animation solutions that meet or exceed strategic objectives
- Designing animatics, animation and motion for audio and tempo, including music and voiceover
- Producing animated graphics, ranging from logo animations, bumpers, animation/live action-hybrid graphics, to full productions
- Providing quality assurance on creative deliverables
- Building and maintaining a team rapport with creative team personnel and project managers
Requirements:
- A minimum of 2 years work experience as a 3D animator, and 3 years work experience as a motion graphics artist preferred
- Ability to articulate ideas effectively
- Aptitude for quick creative thinking with serious attention to detail
- Passion for design and eagerness to collaborate with other creative people
- Thorough understanding of keying, rotoscoping, 2D tracking, 3D matchmoving
- General understanding of 3D Modeling, texturing, animating (non-character), lighting, basic character rigging
- Advanced skills in Cinema 4D, After Effects, Mocha, Photoshop, Illustrator
- Experience in matchmove tools such as SynthEyes or Boujou is preferred
- Experience with V-RAY is a plus
- Experience in Maya or other 3D packages is a plus
- Moderate skills in FCP, Mac OS X
- Must be self-motivated, able to multi-task and work well with others and as part of a team
We’re a team of artists, directors, and producers, and every team member has the opportunity to make a big impact. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about his or her work and plays well with others (especially us).