Visual Development Artist - Feature at Sony Pictures Animation

The role Sony Pictures Animation is looking for a Visual Development Artist to work on a feature film in Los Angeles. Working with the Production Designer, the Art Director and other creative leads, you help develop and design the film's look: sets, locations, props, characters, visual effects, colour schemes and overall style. The position is covered by a union agreement and is paid hourly. What you'll do Produce artwork for sets, locations, props, characters, visual effects, colour and overall style, under the direction of the Production Designer and Art Director Work at every stage of production, from sketches and rough explorations to refined designs and final paintings Make artwork that feeds early story and visual development as well as production Work with creative leadership to carry the film's vision from concept to finished look Develop and present new ideas for improving visual concepts and designs when asked Keep all artwork backed up, organised and properly stored Offer creative solutions, respond well to feedback and keep refining designs through production Raise questions, problems and production concerns early with supervisors and production staff Meet schedules and deadlines while keeping artistic quality and consistency high About you Proficient in drawing (including human and animal anatomy), design, perspective, composition, painting, lighting and colour theory Comfortable in a range of styles, from cartoony to highly realistic Expert in at least one of: set, location and props design; character and costume design; special effects design; colour styling A creative problem-solver who manages time well Able to do creative work under pressure in a fast-paced production Self-motivated, a good communicator and a strong team member Working knowledge of Photoshop and Cintiq Helpful: a solid understanding of translating 2D to 3D, and hands-on use of 2D or 3D tools in your design process What's on offer Anticipated base pay of $53.37 to $83.75 per hour Benefits provided under the collective bargaining agreement The details Pay: $53.37 – $83.75 per hour Contract: union-covered under a collective bargaining agreement Location: Los Angeles, California #J-18808-Ljbffr Creative Boom Ltd.