Responsibilities
Constructs shots in 3D space to provide a visual run-through of the sets.
Communicates the story based on the storyboards and gives a cinematic aspect to the scenes.
Aids in the rough layout of the scenes following the storyboards to show how the characters and environments appear on camera.
Utilizes storyboard animatics to create 3D scenes through character blocking and acting.
Applies the visuals provided by character design and modeling to create the rough layout of the scenes.
Keeps up on current artistic methodologies and on technology trends and tools that best suit the production and the company in the development of a stronger creative and technical environment.
Breaks down the scenes correctly and manages their own work.
Works together with the team providing support, guidance and instruction in areas that contribute towards their artistic and professional growth.
Follows the Supervisor’s and Lead's guidance.
Requirements
5+ years in VFX or animation industries.
3+ years in the animation industry.
Strong artistic or/and technical aptitude related to 3D animation is a must.
Knows how to use elements to stage camera blocking.
Knowledge of photography and storytelling.
Experience in Maya.
Experience with non-linear editing tools such as Premiere, Hiero, DaVinci resolve...
Unreal Engine experience is a plus.
Linux experience is a plus.
High English level desirable.
Spanish desirable.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience in VFX or animation industries
- 3+ years of experience in the animation industry
- Strong artistic or technical aptitude related to 3D animation
- Knowledge of camera blocking and staging elements
- Knowledge of photography and storytelling
- Experience with Maya
- Experience with non-linear editing tools such as Premiere, Hiero, or DaVinci Resolve
- Experience with Unreal Engine
- Experience with Linux
- High English proficiency
- Spanish proficiency
Skydance Media Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Skydance Media and has not been reviewed or approved by Skydance Media.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered standard-to-competitive for the Los Angeles/Santa Monica market, with technical and senior creative roles cited at strong salary levels. Feedback suggests people generally feel well-compensated, aligning with high marks for pay and benefits.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage reportedly begins immediately and includes medical, dental, and vision, with domestic-partner eligibility. Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage further reinforce the healthcare offering.
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Parental & Family Support — Programs include paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy assistance, fertility and menopause support, and backup childcare. These benefits indicate a comprehensive approach to supporting families.
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What We Do
About Skydance Media Skydance is a diversified media company founded by David Ellison in 2010 to create high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, and interactive platforms. Its feature films include Mission: Impossible - Fallout, Annihilation, LIFE, Jack Reacher: Never Go Back, Star Trek Beyond, Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation, Terminator Genisys, World War Z, Star Trek Into Darkness, G.I. Joe: Retaliation, Jack Reacher, Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol, and True Grit. Skydance’s upcoming film releases include Top Gun: Maverick, Gemini Man, The Old Guard, 6 Underground and the nwe untitled Terminator film. In 2017, Skydance formed an animation division to develop and produce a slate of high-end feature films and television series in partnership with Spain’s Ilion Animation Studios. Skydance Television launched in 2013. Its current slate includes Emmy-nominated Grace and Frankie on Netflix, Altered Carbon on Netflix, Jack Ryan on Amazon, and Condor on AT&T Audience Network. Skydance Interactive launched in 2016 to create and publish original and IP-based virtual reality experiences and video games. Skydance Interactive recently debuted its first original title – Archangel, a story-driven VR shooter. About Skydance Interactive Skydance Interactive creates and publishes original and IP-based virtual reality games. The division of Skydance Media was launched in 2016 through the acquisition of The Workshop Entertainment. Skydance Interactive’s first VR offering is Archangel, launched on July 18th 2017. Skydance Interactive in 2017 partnered with Skybound Entertainment to develop a number of original virtual reality video games based on the expansive world of The Walking Dead universe. The Walking Dead VR game will be the inaugural co-developed title from both companies. The studio is located in Marina del Rey, CA. About Animation In 2017, Skydance formed an animation division to develop and produce a slate of high-end feature films and television series in partnership with Spain’s Ilion Animation Studios. Skydance’s first three animated features are Luck, Split (working title), and Powerless (working title). Luck, directed by Alessandro Carloni (Kung Fu Panda 3) and written by Jonathan Aibel & Glenn Berger, is a comedy that pulls back the curtain on the millennia-old battle between the organizations of good luck and bad luck that secretly
