Alioscopy USA, Inc. is offering internships to extremely motivated, creative individuals who are looking for the ‘next big thing’.  If you have been tracking the current 3D craze and you are wondering how you can participate, then we would love to hear from you! 

The successful candidate(s) must possess an interest in technology and have working knowledge of how to use computer graphics software.  Alioscopy will take a vested interest in training you on how to build 3D content for their award-winning, glasses-free 3D technology.  This knowledge is a highly sought after skill set that is possessed by only a few CG artists around the globe.  So if you are looking for a way to stay ahead of the pack, and offer the emerging 3D market something completely unique, then review the pre-requisites and contact us immediately.

Prerequisites:

• ·       Current college student or recent graduate, from an Art school such as Art Institute, Cal Arts, etc.
• ·       Proficient in Photoshop, 3ds Max, Maya, Softimage and/or Cinema4D (3ds Max preferred).
• ·       Strong communication skills.
• ·       An online demo reel and resume.
• ·       On-site in San Diego.

Tasks:

• ·       Use CG software along with Alioscopy software tools to create ‘Alioscopy-Ready’ content.
• (Please take a look at our content marketplace: http://www.turbosquid.com/alioscopy).
• ·       Build training videos for use on various social media sites.
• ·       Discuss content creation workflows and pipelines with the Alioscopy community.
• ·       Keep current with the trends and innovations within the 3D industry.

Since its creation in 2003, Frima has always wanted to get into the VFX and movie industry, and was involved several times in the production of 2D/3D animation shorts, big screen productions, advertisement and TV series.

Want to be where the action is? Join our dynamic, innovative and talented team!

Plase apply if you can work on location

** We are currently looking to fill on-site permanent and contract positions for a 3D movie **

General Description:

As lead 3D Nuke compositor, you will be responsible for performing all tasks associated with the compositing process of both digital and live-action elements required to create highly realistic visual effects. More specifically, you will:

·          Determine the best approach to solving compositing challenges;

·          Be in charge of developing the final look of a stereoscopic Imax movie;

·          Perform tasks such as tracking, matte extraction, color correction, paint fixes, rotoscoping and the assembly of live-action and 3D elements;

·          Troubleshoot creative and technical issues as they arise;

·          Mentor and train others in your areas of expertise;

·          Collaborate with fellow artist and supervisors to meet challenging production deadlines in a positive work environment;

·          Additional duties as required;

·          You could be entrusted with punctual training tasks (skill sharing) within Frima’s Continuing Education Program.

Requirements:

·          A demo reel highlighting your eye for color, lighting, attention to detail and composition;

·          A minimum of 4 years of practical experience in feature film postproduction as compositor;

·          Well-versed in Nuke (background with Shake considered a plus);

·          A good understanding of 3D multi-pass rendering techniques and color space concepts;

·          The ability to take direction, to work well within a team and to thrive under the pressure of tight deadlines;

·          Good knowledge of stereoscopy (3D) in Nuke and Ocula; 

·          Working knowledge of tracking software (Boujou, PFTrack);

·          Self-starter with leadership and team supervision skills;

Conditions:

** Frima offers motivating challenges and a casual work atmosphere ** Salary to be discussed ** Complete insurance program and comprehensive benefits ** Flexible schedules ** Work/family conciliation ** and much more!

The starting date is immediate and the length of the internship along with remuneration will be discussed.

Job Requirements:
Alioscopy USA, Inc. is offering internships to extremely motivated, creative individuals who are looking for the ‘next big thing’. If you have been tracking the current 3D craze and you are wondering how you can participate, then we would love to hear from you!

The successful candidate(s) must possess an interest in technology and have working knowledge of how to use computer graphics software. Alioscopy will take a vested interest in training you on how to build 3D content for their award-winning, glasses-free 3D technology. This knowledge is a highly sought after skill set that is possessed by only a few CG artists around the globe. So if you are looking for a way to stay ahead of the pack, and offer the emerging 3D market something completely unique, then review the pre-requisites and contact us immediately.

Job Prerequisites:
- Current college student or recent graduate, from an Art school such as Art Institute, Cal Arts, etc.
- Proficient in Photoshop, 3ds Max, Maya, Softimage and/or Cinema4D (3ds Max preferred).
- Strong communication skills.
- An online demo reel and resume.
- On-site in San Diego.

The successful candidates will have deep technical knowledge with experience in all aspects of visual effects production. This position is tasked with guiding and illuminating Prime Focus 3D Conversion Clients and Junior Production staff through the ins and outs of our conversion pipeline and production. The ideal person will have worked on VFX Feature Projects, Digital Intermediates, Commercial VFX, Music Videos, or Episodic VFX projects.

The demands on the producer are extremely high. The ideal candidate must have excellent Client skills. Strong leadership, management, and organizational abilities as well as a commitment to detail are essential. As always, Excellent Word, Excel, and File Maker Pro skills are essential.

Candidates should have a minimum of five (5) years experience as a visual effects Producer. On set supervision experience, while not required, is a welcome addition. Prior stereoscopic experience is a plus.

5 Years of VFX Production Experience Required

Skillset: VFX Production Management

Proficiencies required:
- Microsoft Office
- File Maker Pro

Required Skills:
- Complete technical grasp of digital color grading process.
- Experience interacting with film laboratories, evaluating elements and knowledge of lab terminology and techniques.
- Extensive experience with color correction systems: LUSTRE, Baselight, DaVinci or equivalent platforms.
- Knowledge of Sound Production processes and appropriate element deliverables.
- Understanding of proper use of LUTs and other Color Science processes.
- Ability to work in an extremely time sensitive and high pressure work environment.
- Extensive knowledge of video equipment (decks, monitors, reticule generators…)
- Knowledge of stereography terms and principles.
- Ability to identify and correct stereographic abnormalities, artifacts and errors.
- Basic knowledge of command-line/shell interface.
- Understanding of Academy and industry standards.

Job Responsibilities:
- Taking an existing lensing scene and “stereofying” the shots (selecting convergence and interaxial) to enhance the story.
- Refining the stereo for each scene as it continues down the pipeline through animation, lighting, and compositing.
- Technical management of scenes for downstream production departments.

This role reports to:
- Primary Reporting – Stereo Supervisor
- Creative – Directors Unit and Editorial
- Operational – Stereo Production Supervisor
Personal Attributes and Experience     REQUIRED
- An understanding and appreciation for stereo techniques and aesthetics
- A creative understanding of the animation filmmaking processes.
- Experience in lensing and/or layout on animated films, preferably involving stereo
- Strong visual storytelling skills.
- Knowledge of camera composition and good sense of aesthetics
- Willingness to workshop creative and relevant ideas and solutions for presentation to directors.
- Good problem solving skills, with high attention to detail and organization
- Proficient with Maya animation toolset.
- 3 years related experience
- A relevant Bachelors degree

Desirable Requirements:
- Knowledge and experience with Linux operating system
- An understanding of and/or experience with cinematography/photography

Job Responsibilities:
- To understand day to day production needs and offer up suggestions and solutions that can best satisfy those needs.
- Work with artists on a day to day basis to support the pipeline toolset and work-flow.
- Oversee & troubleshoot technical requirements for the Stereo Dept
- Work with RnD to help find common solutions that span across production and RnD.
- Work to to RnD coding, source-control, and release standards and conventions.
- Work with Stereo Supervisor & Production Supervisor to prioritise the order of tool development and communicate this to the R&D and performance unit teams
- Report back to R&D any usage problems and feature requests as appropriate
- Maintain and communicate progress status on development items
- Develop tools, procedures and interfaces to optimize internal stereo pipeline and to manage department inputs and outputs
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of studio wide pipeline solutions for working in stereo.
- It is also expected of the Stereo Pipeline TD to participate in and help with production artistic deliverables where necessary.

Minimum Requirements:
- 3 years of TD or pipeline development experience in a VFX or animated feature pipeline
- Experience with 3D packages, preferably Maya and Houdini
- General understanding of layout and 3D camera lensing work-flow.
- Solid scripting abilities in Python.
- Ability to communicate with technical experts within the computer graphics disciplines.
- Ability to communicate with and technically support artistic staff.

Desirable Requirements:
- Pipeline and work-flow design and tool building, preferably Houdini or Maya
- Experience with 2D packages, preferably Nuke
- Stereoscopic Production experience
- C/C++ coding abilities, including Maya plugin building.
- Render DSO coding.
- Artistic interests and abilities.