Previs Shot Creator

This is a Full Time Job

PXO's Shot Creators work under the guidance of the Lead Visualization Artist and / or Supervisor in the design of pre-visualized shots and sequences for film and TV projects. Their work supports the visual development of a project from concept, through to production and VFX. In their work, they help to define shot composition, staging, lighting and camera language, including movement, lense choice and framing for a film or TV show. They also create technical information (Techvis) in diagram form or animated schematics in order to help inform the shoot.

Shot creators may also support postvis teams during the editorial process, by integrating and compositing animation or CG elements into live action plates using either After effects or Nuke.

Required professional skills:

- Strong understanding of cinematic composition and lighting

- Strong character animation (timing and performance)

- Proficient in camera animation

- Knowledge of cinematic language and technical terminology

- Able to work with motion and/or performance capture data

- Able to take and interpret creative direction

- Understanding of the fundamentals of Techvis and Virtual Production

- Able to apply shooting methodology information to Previs to create technical solutions for production

Required software skills:

- Autodesk Maya

- Adobe After Effects

Additional skills:

- Unreal Engine

- Autodesk MotionBuilder

- Nuke

- Houdini

- 3DEqualizer

- PFTrack

Please note this role is based in our London studio and potentially additional studio locations if needed. There is the opportunity for this role to have a hybrid working pattern which can be discussed on an individual basis.
You must be eligible to work in the UK to be able to apply for this role; we are unable to offer sponsorship licences at present. Freelance applications are welcome.