Netflix Animation Studios is on a mission to entertain the world with bold, immersive animated films that are timeless and impactful. We are paving the way for the future of animation by building a community of amazing artists and talent across three vibrant locations globally. Come join us!
We’re looking for versatile Final Layout Artists who have an eye for detail, and a blend of creative and technical skills. Finalizing the set dressing, camera work and casting, ensuring that all components are ready for the final stages of production.
What You’ll Do:
Fine tune cinematic staging as directed by the Layout Supervisor or Director
Work closely with the Final Layout Lead and Supervisor to finalize camera setups, including framing, angles and movement, to enhance storytelling and visual impact.
Refine and polish set dressing, ensuring that all elements are visually cohesive and aligned with the director's vision.
Provide an attention to detail to assist in maintaining continuity and consistency.
Document the final layout process to ensure consistency and clarity across the team.
Collaborate with relevant departments to maintain clear communication and on updates, progress and potential challenges.
Clearly understand the creative and technical requirements of a sequence and deliver these goals in a timely manner and to the highest standard
Keep informed about the production status of elements within the shots.Ensure all visual elements are technically sound and ready for the final stages of the production.
Help provide solutions to creative briefs through existing tools & processes
Understand the department pipeline including all assets and tools, and their purpose
What You’ll Need:
2 - 5+ years experience working in Final Layout on feature animated films, animated TV series or feature VFX films.
Strong aptitude for detail and process.
Proficiency in Maya and knowledge of Blender recommended.
Working knowledge of camera animation, scene set-up, and set dressing
Ability to produce high-level camera work with an in-depth knowledge of camera polishing, framing, composition techniques, and cinematography
An understanding of editing and ensuring continuity over a sequence of shots and the film would be an advantage.
Ability to work solo as well as collaboratively.
Open to new workflows and tool sets.
Able to maintain a flexible approach with the ability to achieve deadlines while under pressure.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to efficiently organize and prioritize work across multiple areas
This role is based in Vancouver, British Columbia. Hybrid Role (Minimum of 3 days a week in the office).
At NAS, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your compensation. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, location, skills, and experience. The overall market range for this role is typically $80K-$160K CAD. This reflects total compensation; we do not have stock options.
NAS benefits can include medical/dental/vision plans, mental health support, retirement programs, and family-forming benefits, paid leave of absence programs, and paid time away programs to be used for vacation and sick paid time off. See more detail about our benefits here.
Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.
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