Visual Development Artist

General Summary
The Visual Development Artist, under the guidance of the Art Director, Production Designer and/or Director, is responsible for generating visual ideas and creating artwork that contributes to the look and design of the film.

Job Functions

• Conceive, execute and clearly communicate design ideas via digital and/or traditional techniques.
• Contribute to the development of visual ideas that enhance the story.
• Collaborate with Art Department, Visual Effects (VFX), Layout Artists and others to develop designs and look of show.
• Take designs from thumbnail sketch to finished detailed artwork.
• Incorporate previously developed Art Department assets into artwork.
• Develop visuals that match the style of a given project.
• Incorporate textures to inform digital extensions.
• Participate in regular review sessions with other Artists and the Production Designer.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience designing environments and backgrounds for feature films.
• Proficient in Photoshop skills, layer management and some compositing.
• Ability to paint over film stills to help illustrate notes from Production Designer.
• Excellent rendering skills.
• Experience with the Wacom Cintiq drawing tablet, required.
• Ability to meet deadlines as established by Production Management.
• Ability to multitask and work through several tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to take direction and work both collaboratively and independently.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear both in person and by telephone. The employee must lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works under typical office conditions and is exposed to variable indoor temperatures. The noise level is usually quiet or moderate.

Location
On-site in Hillsboro, OR

Salary
Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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