Studio: Passion Pictures
Job Opening: Creative and Technical Assistant / Data Wrangler
Location: Remote
Type: Freelance
Responsibilities:
- File Management & Preparation:
- Establish and maintain consistent shot naming and versioning (in collaboration with the Production Manager).
- Set up and organise PSD files:
- Create Layout PSDs with correct project settings.
- Split PSDs into individual shots, recording shot information, and correcting file specifications.
- Export Layout and background layers for use in TVPaint and Nuke.
- Sort and organise PSD files, cleaning up layer naming.
- Conform shots and export layers, including setup for 2D camera moves.
- Set up individual shot TVPaint files for animators, including frame range, QuickTime references, and audio.
- Download and save the artist’s work to the correct server location using consistent naming conventions.
- Ingest files from Signiant Media Shuttle or LucidLink and process them through Nuke.
- Workflow & Communication:
- Upload QTs and JPEGs to the correct location within Flowtracker/ShotGrid.
- Assist artists with workflow issues.
- Work closely with the Art Director (Background Artist), 2D Assist Lead, and Compositing Lead.
- Keep track of edit changes and update shots and Flowtracker accordingly.
- Monitor artist progress.
- Share shot notes with the assigned compositor, address issues, and escalate files to relevant departments as needed.
- Technical QC:
- Perform technical checks and QC on backgrounds and clean animation in Nuke/RV, verifying canvas specifications (resolution, aspect ratio, bit depth, colour space, and naming).
- Work with the VFX Supervisor on initial QC of final composites.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Highly organised with both creative and technical aptitude.
- Ability to work independently and support an international team.
- Ability to manage workload and communicate effectively.
- Strong understanding of technical specifications, file formats (PSD, PNG, EXR), and aspect ratios.
- Experience with Flowtracker/ShotGrid and FTP.
- Technical proficiency in Photoshop, TVPaint, and Nuke.
- Nuke compositing experience.
Apply for the Job Online: To apply, send your CV to jobs@passion-pictures.com