Digital Colorist - Dreamworks Feature

This is a Full Time Job

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Quick Summary
The Digital Colorist at DreamWorks Animation will collaborate with VFX Supervisors, Directors, and Producers to finalize and refine the color of films for multiple formats, ensuring the highest quality visual presentation.

Years of Experience Required: At least 3 years in color grading and servicing deliverables (36 Months).
Salary: $163,755 to $190,000 annually.
Required Experience:
• Proficiency with Lustre for technical and creative color grading.
• Experience in grading for multiple formats, including digital cinema, Dolby, REC 709, and HDR home entertainment.
• Ability to meet post-production deadlines and deliverables.
Preferred Skills/Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Workplace Requirements:
• Location: Glendale, CA.
• Hybrid work arrangement: Minimum of three days per week in the office.
Education Requirements:
• Required: Not mentioned.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree.
Hard Skills Required:
• Expertise in color grading software and processes.
• Experience with digital cinema, Dolby, and HDR grading standards.
Soft Skills Required:
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with creative and production teams.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet tight deadlines.
Benefits: Not mentioned.

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Full Posting

Company: DreamWorks Animation
Position Title: Digital Colorist
Location: 1000 Flower St, Glendale, CA

Job Summary:
DreamWorks Animation seeks a Digital Colorist to collaborate with VFX Supervisors, Directors, and Producers to refine and finalize the color of films for digital cinema, Dolby, and home entertainment formats. This role is critical in ensuring visual excellence across all deliverables.

Responsibilities:
• Deliver a final, filmmaker-approved color-correct version of the film for various formats, including digital cinema and Dolby.
• Grade films for REC 709 and HDR home entertainment formats.
• Partner with the Digital Grading Production Supervisor to ensure post-production deadlines and deliverables are met.
• Assist in staffing and scheduling to meet departmental needs for successful project completion.

Qualifications:
• Basic Qualifications:
- Proficiency in using Lustre for creative and technical color grading.
- At least 3 years of experience in color grading and servicing deliverables.
• Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Work Environment:
This position is hybrid, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Compensation:
Salary range: $163,755 to $190,000 annually.

Additional Notes:
This position is subject to the eligibility requirements of the applicable Local 700 Editor Guild agreement(s).