Visual Development Artist - Feature

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 process

• Apply with a CV and a link to your portfolio, including any password needed to view it in your CV or cover letter
• The form asks about years of professional and animation experience, work authorisation and start date
• Applicants must accept a submission release as part of the application

The details

• Pay: $53.37 – $83.75 per hour
• Contract: union-covered under a collective bargaining agreement
• Location: Los Angeles, California

How to apply

Apply through Sony Pictures Animation's careers site with a CV and a link to your portfolio.