DreamWorks Feature - Image Finaling Artist

DreamWorks Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for the moon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to make dreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of the world's leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series, reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and build immersive new worlds.

DreamWorks creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together. 

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

The Image Finaling artist "polishes" each shot that leaves the Lighting department by digitally altering frames using compositing techniques in software such as Nuke. The Image Finaling Artist is responsible for diagnosing rendering issues within pre-setup compositing scripts received from upstream departments. Image Finaling works closely with other departments, especially Lighting and Character Effects, to ensure any visual or technical issues are resolved. In addition, Image Finaling artists fix and improve large resolution still images for various Marketing/Advertisement needs.

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Responsibilities: “What would you say you do here?”

• Develop and implement compositing solutions for sequence-specific challenges.

• Perform all tasks associated within the Compositing process, including 2D and 3D tracking, 3D projection, color grading, articulate roto/paint work.

• Use software such as Photoshop to address any requests for Marketing/Advertisement in a timely manner.

• Work in a collaborative environment, taking direction from the IMF Supervisor and Lead, CG Supervisor, and feedback from the Director as necessary.

• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and manage time efficiently for quick turn-arounds.

Basic Qualifications: “What do I need to have in order to do this job?”

• Bachelor's degree in Art, Film, Visual Effects, Animation, Computer Graphics or other related field and/or equivalent experience desired.

• Proficient and a strong understanding on the latest versions of software including Nuke and Photoshop.

• Strong conceptual understanding of compositing, and general knowledge of compositing software (such as Nuke's) 3D environment and tools.

• Must be comfortable with exploring large compositing scripts to troubleshoot and resolve issues.

• Familiarity with working with AOVs and different passes within an EXR file.

• Willingness to work overtime and on weekends as needed.

Desired Qualifications: “What can I offer?”

• Experience in a Linux-based operating system is highly desirable

• Knowledge of the 3D Animation Pipeline.

• Previous experience crafting modular motion graphics content using After Effects.

• Traditional art skills which demonstrate an eye for light, shadow, composition, and color.

• Programming or scripting experience is a plus.

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Salary Range: $75,608 - $110,000

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].