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Friday 3 July 2009

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From VFX and Games to Visualisation and Animation, our Live Search is the fast track to a job in computer graphics.

XSI Generalist

London

VFX

Job Id: ESC1521
Job Type: Freelance

This creative CG production company, based in Soho, provides high quality 3D graphics for film, TV, Print and web. They specialise in all types of CG ranging from modelling, lighting, texturing, rigging, compositing and special effects.

They currently require a very talented XSI Generalist to model, texture and animate. They need someone who can can hit the ground running on an existing project. The job is already in production so pre-viz and some R&D has been done, it is photoreal CG and includes elements such as snow/ice/water etc. so examples of this type of work would be ideal.

To Apply: Send your CV and Showreel to Escape Jobs or drop us a line if you would like more information.

Webmaster

London

VFX

Job Id: ESC1520
Job Type: Permanent

Escape Studios is Europe’s leading school of computer graphics delivering learning, recruitment and technology services for the visual effects and games industries. Based in London, Escape Studios provides accelerated learning to school leavers, graduates, industry professionals and businesses. We help recruit top industry talent and provide expert computer graphic solutions to the visual effects and gaming industries.

We currently require a talented and enthusiastic Webmaster to join our development team.

Reporting to the Marketing Director the role will be to implement web pages, maintain content and oversee day-to-day management of the company website, assuring quality and filing integrity of web pages. The Webmaster will also provide support to the marketing team in the creation and implementation of e-marketing campaigns.

The successful candidates will be responsible for the design of company web pages, including graphics, animation and functionality. Responsibilities will include; developing web page infrastructure and applications related to pages with more advanced graphics and features, monitoring web server and site technical performance, implementing search engine optimisation strategies and promoting the Escape Studios website online to increase prominence within certain web communities where possible (e.g. Facebook, YouTube, Wikipedia).

The role will also involve working closely with the Marketing Director to ensure marketing campaigns achieve targets. This will include the management of Pay Per Click (PPC) campaigns to achieve optimum ROI (Return On Investment) as well as producing detailed and accurate reports on the success of each campaign including possible improvements. Ongoing activity will include advising the Marketing Director on the improvement, results, competition and new direction in technology to assist with marketing of the brand.

Skills & Attributes Required:-

Website Management experience
Good web design skills which will include the ability to edit HTML and JavaScript
A good knowledge of Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) techniques
Good working knowledge of Photoshop
Experience of running and evaluating online marketing campaigns, including Pay Per Click (PPC) campaigns
A flexible attitude with proven experience of working in a small team.
Attention to detail
Knowledge of InDesign, although not necessary, is an advantage

To Apply: Send your CV and Showreel to Escape Jobs or drop us a line if you would like more information.

Character Lead

London

VFX

Job Id: ESC1519
Job Type: Freelance

This London based illustration, animation, storyboard and animatic studio specialise in servicing the web design and production industry.

They require a Character Lead to oversee a small team of artists as they work on an animated project. You should work in Maya and have excellent modelling, rigging and animating skills. Experience of working on children's animation would be ideal to fit the style of this project. You should be confident in a supervisory role.

To Apply: Send your CV and Showreel to Escape Jobs or drop us a line if you would like more information.

Technology Manager

London

VFX

Job Id: ESC1518
Job Type: Permanent

Escape Studios is Europe’s leading school of computer graphics delivering learning, recruitment and technology services for the visual effects and games industries. Based in London, the centre of the global visual effects industry, Escape Studios provides accelerated learning to school leavers, graduates, industry professionals and businesses. We help recruit top industry talent and provide expert computer graphic solutions to the visual effects and gaming sectors.

Responsibilities:
    - Manage IT budget and purchasing strategies.
    - Provide IT support to the students and staff.
    - Manage user account administration. e.g. logins, email.
    - Manage backup and restore policy.
    - Monitor and maintain network security e.g. firewall, antivirus, password policy.
    - Plan and develop internal IT infrastructure.
    - Assist with client software and hardware support.

Required Skills:
    - Previous system administration experience is essential.
    - Good experience of Windows Server 2003/XP and Red Hat based Linux distributions.
    - Experience of Windows/Linux domain administration and networking including Active Directory, Samba3/LDAP,
     DHCP, DNS, LAMP administration.
    - Must be competent in building and upgrading workstations and servers.

Desired Skills:
     - Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
    - Familiarity with scripting languages.
    - VFX software knowledge e.g. Maya, RenderMan, Nuke and FlexLM software licensing.
    - Nagios network monitoring.
    - IPCop Firewall or similar.

Applicants will need to demonstrate:
    - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    - Ability to work effectively under pressure.
    - Positive and pro-active approach to troubleshooting.
    - Time management and prioritisation skills.

To Apply: Send your CV and Showreel to Escape Jobs or drop us a line if you would like more information.

Maya VFX Artist

London

VFX

Job Id: ESC1517
Job Type: Freelance

This creative production company have studios in London and across Europe, they produce high impact commercials and promos for high profile brands.

They are looking for a Maya VFX Artist to work in their London studios on their latest creative commercial project. You must have excellent all round skills in Maya with extensive experience in camera tracking, modelling and animation. Experience of working on high-end commercials would be a benefit for this role.

To Apply: Send your CV and Showreel to Escape Jobs or drop us a line if you would like more information.

Shake Operator

London

VFX

Job Id: ESC1516
Job Type: Freelance

This Soho based company is a world-leading VFX company for the advertising, music and entertainment industries.

They are looking for an experienced Shake Operator to start immediately. An excellent knowledge of Shake is required and previous experience in commercials would be a benefit.

To Apply: Send your CV and Showreel to Escape Jobs or drop us a line if you would like more information.

3D Studio Max Generalist

Midlands

VFX

Job Id: ESC1515
Job Type: Freelance

This CGI company based in the West Midlands provides a full range of creative services for the automotive advertising industry.

They require a 3D Studio Max generalist to join their team on a freelance basis with the possibility of becoming permanent. You must have excellent all round skills in Max with strengths in animation. This a not a character based role therefore your work should show examples of visual effects, object and camera animation. Experience of working with photorealistic CGI models is highly desirable.

To Apply: Send your CV and Showreel to Escape Jobs or drop us a line if you would like more information.

Senior 3D Animator/VFX Artist

London

VFX

Job Id: ESC1514
Job Type: Freelance

Senior 3D Animator/VFX Arrtist

2 - 3 month Contract. London based

We are currently looking for a Senior 3D Animator/VFX Artist to start work on a 2 - 3 month project.

You will have strong production experience withe ability to lead projects from start to finish.

Responsibilities to include:

    * Animation and VFX – rigging, roto/paint, camera tracking, FX/dynamics
    * Modeling, shader-creation, lighting, rendering and compositing.
    * Managing and checking CGI operator's work and maintaining quality, give clear and concise briefs and always be       willing to offer advice and support.
    * Working with Studio Manager to ensure effective running of the department.

Requirements:

    * 8+ years professional experience 3DSMax in broadcast and print media.
    * Experience in a node based compositing package (primarily Fusion, also Shake, Nuke)
    * Good working knowledge of Vray, Mental Ray desirable
    * Knowledge of particles, fluid dynamics desirable (Commotion, RealFlow)
    * Rotoscoping with Silhouette and camera tracking (PFTrack, Boujou)
    * Knowledge of Z-Brush and MotionBuilder desirable
    * An independent problem solver and have an eye for fine detail and realism
    * An interest in Photorealism is essential

To Apply: Send your CV and Showreel to Escape Jobs or drop us a line if you would like more information.

XSI Generalist

London

VFX

Job Id: ESC1513
Job Type: Freelance

This widely-acclaimed post-production house focuses on high-end commercials and broadcast material.

They require a XSI Generalist with strong technical skills to work on commercial project. You should be an experienced all rounder with skills in animating, texturing, lighting and rendering. Previous experience with realistic water would be a definite advantage. You must be available for an immediate start.

To Apply: Send your CV and Showreel to Escape Jobs or drop us a line if you would like more information.

Modeller/Texture Artist

London

VFX

Job Id: ESC1508
Job Type: Freelance

This is a London based production company that specialises in creating all types of animated, illustrated and designed content across all platforms.

They are looking for a Modeller and a Texture Artist to join their team on a 1-2 month project starting very soon. You will be working in XSI to produce props for an animation so XSI should be your primary 3D software.

To Apply: Send your CV and Showreel to Escape Jobs or drop us a line if you would like more information.

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