Vancouver Matchmove Lead

4 Months ago • 5 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

Lead a team of matchmove artists in Vancouver. Responsibilities include managing, supporting, and reviewing the team's work, ensuring deadlines are met, and stepping in to complete complex shots as needed. Requires expert knowledge of industry-standard matchmove software (Syntheyes and/or 3de), a thorough understanding of film cameras, and strong problem-solving skills. The role involves mentoring junior artists, providing accurate time estimates, and handling client revisions. Projects range from feature films to commercials, offering experience in a diverse production environment. The ideal candidate possesses meticulous attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative setting.

Must have:

5+ years Matchmove experience
Expert in Syntheyes/3de
Team management and mentoring skills
Proficient in Maya, strong layout skills
Excellent problem-solving abilities
Meticulous attention to detail

Good to have:

Nuke, MEL/Python scripting
MMSolver, Geo H, Keentools
Camera/object tracking expertise
Rotoanimation skills
Experience with lidar and measurement data

Perks:

Extended health benefits
Flexible hours
Open creative environment

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Job Details

We are looking for a Matchmove Lead to join our team in Vancouver! Great opportunity for a Matchmove artist looking to take a leap!

Do you want to influence the future of matchmove and be a part of a team that appreciates the craft of matchmove in all aspects, come join the family!

This is an exciting and rare opportunity to be part of the formative years of a new studio in Vancouver. Our constantly increasing projects range from feature films to commercials. You will be working with artists with a wealth of experience on various productions. We are looking for talented artists who have the drive to keep up and contribute to this quickly growing company.

Reporting to the Matchmove Supervisor, the Matchmove Lead's main responsibility is to manage, support, and review a team of matchmove artists. They will be responsible to push the team and manage deadlines. When necessary, be able to step in to complete problem shots. Ensures continuity on projects and shots amongst all artists. This is a senior and important role, it requires an in-depth knowledge of industry-standard matchmove software and a thorough understanding of film cameras, lens and onset data, as well as management of the matchmove crew.

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We offer extended health benefits, flexible hours, and an open creative environment for all our staff.

Duties & Responsibilities

Ability to model environments with or without lidars, measurements, and camera information. UV objects when necessary.
Expert Camera/Object matchmove. Ability to hand-key cameras/objects in Maya
Ability to Rotoanim a 3D character rig to precisely match actors. Including facial animation
Strong layout skills, including camera track overs.
Meticulous nature with a self-critical eye, and high standards. Able to QC own shots
Strong problem-solving and identify solutions without guidance
Ability to give accurate time estimates as well as provide bidding hours with production
Highly motivated, and be able to work with the entire team/production. Mentor all artists, especially junior artists
Regularly review and assess individual progress and goals of artists
Communicate clear and concise issues to the Matchmove Leads & Supervisor
To be able to follow directions and take ownership of your tasks.
Maintain a professional level of knowledge about current developments in matchmove tools for computer graphics
Work well under pressure. Excellent time management and work to tight deadlines. Handle client revisions in a timely manner
Positive attitude and excitement for new challenges in an intense production environment
Team player who excels in a collaborative environment

Education and Experience

Degree in computer graphics or a related subject
5+ years experience as a Matchmove Artist
Ability to manage and mentor a team
Expert knowledge in focal lengths, film backs, lens distortions, rolling shutter etc.
Expert level skills in Syntheyes and/or 3de
Strong Knowledge of Maya
Basic Nuke
Soft tracking a plus (vertice animation with no rig)
The ability to script in MEL and Python is a plus
MMSolver a plus
Syntheyes - Geo H a plus
Keentools a plus, will be required to learn

APPLICATION

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