AIC Studios Careers

Senior Simulation FX Artists -

AIC Movie / AIC Studios is looking for talented Simulation FX Artists to join our team in Toronto to work on feature films. We are looking for artists who are expert level users of Houdini, Maya and Nuke. Must have a minimum 3 years of feature film experience, be a team player and have an eye for detail creating feature quality effects.

Qualifications

You must have a minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in Feature Films;

Expert knowledge of MAYA, Houdini,and NUKE and the use of fluids, cloth, particles and/or rbd’s;

Experience in creating photo-realistic effects such as fire, smoke, destruction, clothing, water and dust

Thorough understanding of simulation techniques and technologies relating to Effects

Good working knowledge of VRay,and experienced with lighting and rendering effects is an advantage

Knowledge of an asset manager such as SHOTGUN is an asset;

Must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident in Canada

Please apply with your CV and portfolio to the email provided. No phone calls please!

[email protected]

MATTE PAINTERS -

The Matte Painting Artist works under the supervision of the Lighting Supervisor. They are responsible for the technical planning of the work and creates missing objects and visuals that are necessary to the production.The Matte Painting Artist uses Mari, Maya and Photoshop. They use Nuke to finalize their work. The position requires a solid understanding of Matte Painting techniques and strong artistic skills.

Responsibilities

Create media or objects necessary for projecting images

Collaborate with the 3D Department in order to determine the location of matte paintings

Develop a degree of realism adapted to the artistic direction of the show

Maintain timing and production quotas given by the production coordinator

Organize work and prepare presentation elements for approval

Communicate and seek information, if necessary

Maintain good team dynamics

Qualifications

You must have a minimum of 2 to 4 years experience in Matte Painting

Good knowledge of MAYA, MARI, PHOTOSHOP and NUKE

Knowledge of an asset manager such as SHOTGUN is an asset

Knowledge of UVLAYOUT is an asset

Knowledge in 2.5D projection with NUKE is a plus

Possess traditional painting / drawing techniques is a plus

Must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident in Canada

Please apply with your CV and portfolio to the email provided. No phone calls please!

[email protected]

Responsibilities

Green screen extractions

Seamless integration of live action, and CGI sources

Take part in client reviews

Follow production methodologies and develop creative approaches and problem-solving

Performing all aspects of composite fx design

Qualifications

You must have a minimum of 2 years VFX industry experience

Experience in using Nuke

Critical eye for detail, and strong communication skills

Must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident in Canada

Please apply with your CV and portfolio to the email provided. No phone calls please!

Senior Simulation FX Artists -

MATTE PAINTERS -

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