Previs/Layout Artist

Axis Studios is looking to hire experienced Previs & Layout Artists on an ongoing basis, to work on next-generation games cinematics, cutscenes as well as commercial projects.

The Previz and Layout Artists primary function is to create high-quality staging, blocking and camera work that makes the foundation of a successful shot and/or sequence of shots, across a variety of styles and projects.

This role can be performed remotely, with working hours overlapping GMT. 

Responsibilities

• Creation of proxy assets for 3d previz.
• Translation of storyboards and animatics into 3d previz.
• Staging, blocking and camera work in 3d layout.
• Finessing of cameras at the animation stage where required.
• Maintaining consistent quality, style and continuity, both visually and technically throughout the project.

Requirements

• Accomplished examples of previz and layout.
• Thorough knowledge of Autodesk Maya is essential.
• Good communication skills and ability to work interactively with production and other departments to solve production challenges.
• Strong understanding of cinematography, with a keen eye for composition
• Preferred experience working with mocap data.
• Experience with Maya camera sequencer a plus.
• Experience working with Maya Trax and blending animation clip data.

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