We are looking for Crowd Artists with strong artistic abilities paired with solid technical foundations to join our team, working on exciting feature and episodic productions.
The crowd artist will be responsible for creating the motion of crowds in high-end animation and visual effects film environment. With exceptional crowds skills and strong organisational abilities, the Crowd Artist will work closely with the Crowds Supervisor, Animation Director, Studio Supervisors and Animation teams.
To achieve the highest quality possible within the parameters of production schedules and budgets, the Crowd Artist will need to both technically and creatively produce shots, be flexible, be able to trouble-shoot, and add creative value in all areas through development and design related to crowds.
- Create digital crowd behaviours and simulations to achieve the look, movement, and style envisioned by the Director & Production.
- Collaborate with peers to address creative and technical notes and propose creative approaches and solutions.
- Collaborate and communicate with Crowds and CG Supervisors in order to implement efficient and effective ways to integrate crowd pipeline tools and techniques and problem solve issues in feature film development
- Establish on-going communication with production and supervisors regarding schedules, deadlines, and shot/sequence feedback; attend all relevant meetings on shots and sequences.
- Provide input towards the vision of the future direction of technology in maintaining a world-class Crowds pipeline.
- Lead by example, foster a good working atmosphere and ethics
Requirements
- Strong interest in Particle Systems, AI/Machine learning, or crowds systems
(agent design, simulation, and behaviour). - Experience with Object Oriented programming such as C++ and experience with scripting languages such as Python. Experience in VEX coding in Houdini is a plus.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Graphics, Computer Science, Engineering, and related fields, or equivalent experience.
- 2 – 5 years Crowds/Motion Experience in VFX Feature Film, TV, Animation or Game Production
- Experience with MiArmy, Golaem, Houdini Crowds, or other crowd software packages (a plus)
- Excellent understanding of rigging, motion capture, animation and in particular their relationship to Crowds.
About Us
Founded in 2001, Jellyfish Pictures has grown from the original "two-man band" into an internationally recognised operation. Known for their world-class animation and VFX, beautifully rendered imagery and multi platform content, Jellyfish’s critically acclaimed work has earned them multiple awards. These include EMMY, BAFTA, highly sought-after VES Awards, and several other accolades.
Their VFX credits include the latest addition to Lucasfilm’s Star Wars saga, The Book of Boba Fett, as well as various blockbuster movies in the franchise. The team has recently completed work on BBC’s This is Going to Hurt adding to their numerous TV Drama credits.
In Animation, Jellyfish are currently partnered with Netflix working on a highly anticipated Roald Dahl animated project. DreamWorks Animation's Spirit: Untamed, How to Train Your Dragon: Homecoming and several series of top-rated children’s shows are also part of their high end CG animation repertoire.
Come join a team of super talented artists!
Benefits
D&I Statement
Jellyfish believes in nurturing a community of talent to create compelling worlds that people want to spend time in. At the forefront of our work, lies extraordinary artists.
As an equal opportunity employer, we pledge to embed a diverse and inclusive workforce, to encourage growth, creativity and to push boundaries so that you can do what you love best. We take accountability to ensure our recruitment process is based on merit alone, without regard to ethnicity, age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation/preference, national origin, religion, or any other category protected by law.
Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the interview process by contacting our talent team
recruitment@jellyfishpictures.co.uk
On a mission to build a visionary environment and champion cultural expression, we are conscious of our responsibility to not only reflect this practice in our clients and staff, but to the wider communities, and world around us. Jellyfish are currently working toward B Corp certification to create a fairer, more sustainable, Eco-conscious business. Stay tuned for progress on this incredible journey!
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