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Activision's Elsewhere Entertainment seeks a Senior Expert Animation Programmer to contribute to a new IP.  Responsibilities include maintaining and enhancing animation technology, researching and implementing cutting-edge features, and collaborating with content and engineering teams.  The ideal candidate possesses a degree in Computer Science or equivalent, 10+ years of C++ programming experience in the game industry, a passion for high-fidelity animation, and expertise in areas like inverse kinematics and blend trees.  Leadership skills and experience with low-level game animation systems are crucial. Familiarity with Maya and experience mentoring or leading teams are considered bonus points.

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This assessment gives us an idea of your C++ skills- Companies that evaluate this skillset in interviews: Rockstar Games, Ubisoft, Mayhem Studios, etc.- 10 Multiple Choice questions- Average time to complete: 7 to 10 minutes

Let's assess your Data Structures! - This assessment gives us an idea of your problem solving skills using DSA- Companies that evaluate this skillset in interviews: MPL, LILA Games, GSN Games, etc.- 10 Multiple Choice questions

Data Structures and Algorithms

Let's assess your Programming Patterns! ????- This assessment gives us an idea of your code architecture skills- Companies that evaluate this skillset in interviews: Dirtcube, PTW, Playshifu, etc.

Programming Patterns

Let's assess your OOPs skills! ????- This assessment gives us an idea of your fundamental OOPS concepts and Solid principles skills- Companies that evaluate this skillset in interviews: Hitwicket, GSN Games, Tomo Club, etc.

Object Oriented Programming

Let's assess your Unity Skills ????- This assessment gives us an idea of your Unity fundamentals- Companies you can apply for after taking this assessment: Godspeed games, Salvation Games, nCore Games, etc.

Unity Game Engine

Barnstorm VFX seeks an experienced Nuke Compositor (Mid/Senior level) for their Vancouver studio.  Responsibilities include seamlessly integrating elements into production footage using various compositing techniques (rotoscoping, keying, painting, tracking), collaborating with other departments to meet tight deadlines, consistently delivering high-quality work, troubleshooting technical issues, and adhering to client vision.  The ideal candidate possesses advanced Nuke compositing skills, a strong understanding of lighting, depth of field, and motion blur, and experience in a fast-paced studio environment.  Mocha and Silhouette experience are preferred.  This hybrid role offers a competitive hourly rate ($35-$60/hour).

<div class="BambooRichText jss-g711">About Barnstorm
Barnstorm is an Emmy and VES-nominated visual effects studio based in Los Angeles and operations in Vancouver, Montreal, and NYC. We provide photo-realistic visual effects for a variety of episodic and select sequences in feature films. We pride ourselves in our artists’ talent and dedication to producing world-class visual effects.
 
Who You Are
You are an experienced Nuke Compositor ready to jump into an exciting studio environment with a wide variety of projects. You have an advanced knowledge of Nuke Compositing techniques and a firm photographic grasp of light, depth of field, distortion, and motion blur. You have a strong creative vision and want to contribute those skills to a growing team and company.The ideal candidate has a strong knowledge of Nuke compositing, experience in a fast-paced studio environment, and is passionate about delivering high quality work and pushing their creative boundaries.&nbsp;
 
What You’ll Do
<ul>
<li>Effectively and seamlessly integrate elements with production footage, using rotoscoping, keying, painting, tracking, and other compositing techniques</li>
<li>Along with Leads, Supervisors, and other artists, collaborate with other departments to complete assigned tasks under tight deadlines and fast turnaround times.</li>
<li>Deliver consistently high-quality work and troubleshoot technical problems on assigned shots.</li>
<li>Strive for excellence in terms of aesthetic and technical work.</li>
<li>Take direction from Compositing Supervisors, Leads and VFX Producers to execute clients' vision to the highest standards.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
 
What You Bring
<ul>
<li>3+ years working in a VFX studio environment</li>
<li>Advance knowledge of Nuke</li>
<li>Mocha, Silhouette, experience preferred&nbsp;</li>
<li>An ability to work well within a team, with strong verbal and written communication skills.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.</li>
<li>A thorough understanding of both feature film and television VFX production pipelines</li>
<li>An ability to interpret supervisor and client notes&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
About This Role
 
Pay Range: $35 - $60 / hour
The posted pay range is aligned with what we believe is fair pay at the time of posting this role. An applicant’s relevant education, experience, skills and qualifications, location and currency may all be considered when deciding pay position within the range. Pay ranges may change.
 
This is a hybrid based role. The posted pay range is aligned with what we believe is fair pay at the time of posting this role. An applicant’s relevant education, experience, skills and qualifications, location and currency may all be considered when deciding pay position within the range. Pay ranges may change.Benefit plans are dependent on the local plan offering and employment status but all US and Canada plans include a comprehensive health insurance plan, retirement savings, and paid time off.Barnstorm VFX is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive team that provides a meaningful work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Indigenous people, people of color, people of all genders or non-genders, and people with disabilities of all types are encouraged to apply. We thank everyone for their interest and application, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
 
 
Note: At this time we are only accepting applications from those artists legally eligible to work in Canada. eg. Citizen or PR</div>