Intermediate 3D layout artist

Start date : April / May 2023

Your role :

The Layout Artist is responsible to transform the visuals of the project storyboard into a 3D animated model in order to provide a first 3D preview of the scenes that other departments will use as a basis to build the sequences and shots :

• Stages the characters and assets for each animation sequence according to the director's initial intention and the technical specifications of the project;
• Positions cameras and places characters in key poses to imply and to show their actions and movements;
• Ensures consistency and continuity within and between shots;
• Applies various corrections at the request of the lead or the supervisor;
• Participates in the resolution of technical problems in order to ensure the production is moving forward;
• Respects the schedule set by the production team;
• Maintains a good team dynamic and a good collaboration between departments.

Your experiences and qualifications :

• Diploma in a 3D animation or equivalent work experience;
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar position;
• Experience on a realistic animation project (Cinematics, video games, VFX);
• Basic knowledge of the Unreal game engine and interest in working in Unreal;
• Good cinematographic knowledge and camera techniques to impact emotions, to tell a story throughout a shot;
• Keen eye for the composition and aesthetics of a plan;
• Capability to solve problems and resourcefulness;
• Ability to communicate and work in a team;
• Capacity to work under pressure;
• Creative and passionate about animation, cinema and / or video games;
• English / French bilingualism;
• Knowledge of Shotgrid (asset).

About Digital Dimension :

Digital Dimension is a visionary 3D animation studio based in Montreal. We design, develop and produce our own intellectual properties and that of others for different platforms.

We are a team of passionate artists, full time geeks carried by a healthy and stimulating environment! We carefully select our projects to put our know-how at the service of what drives us.

We are committed to maintaining a good work-life balance, encouraging curiosity, and promote communication so that work becomes a real cooperative playground.