5 Minutes With... Head of 2D Cale Pugh
Supporting a compositing team and supervising VFX on films like Superfly is all in a day's work for our Head of 2D
5 Minutes With... Junior Compositor Felicia Petersen
Stop by for a quick chat with Felicia, who moved over from Sweden to join Outpost VFX in 2017
Current Vacancies
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Senior Animator (HBO Production)
Apply for this roleContract start: 27/08/18
Contract end: 23/11/18 -
2x Senior CG Generalists (HBO Production)
Apply for this roleContract start: 02/07/18
Contract end: 21/12/18 -
Senior FX Artist (HBO Production)
Apply for this roleContract start: 17/09/18
Contract end: 14/12/18 -
Mid-Senior 3D Generalist
Apply for this roleCreative and design-oriented with strong modelling/texturing skills in Maya, Mari, ZBrush; other packages/skills are a big plus. A solid understanding of the requirements of other areas of visual effects, from modelling and lighting to rigging and animation. Pro-active, team-orientated, self-motivated, problem solver, excellent time management skills.
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Mid-Senior Compositor
Apply for this roleWe require someone who is able to work autonomously in a fast paced environment to deliver an extremely high level of work. You should be comfortable taking direction from Supervisors and Producers, have a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills and technical knowledge. Experience with photorealistic compositing in a commercial, film or TV environment is required.
Essential requirements:
VFX industry experience as a compositor working on high end features
Experience using NukeDesirables:
A interest in and understanding of photography, practical lighting and cinematographyAbout You:
Calm under pressure
A good understanding and implementation of Compositing techniques
An ability to understand and apply shot notes
Independent problem solving
Participate in creative and technical discussions
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Pipeline Assistant
Apply for this roleResponsibilities
Frontline artist support
Testing and documenting new tools
Providing technical support for artists
Help with show setup
Collaboration with developers and senior production supervisors to develop new systems
Liaising with external software vendorsEssential requirements
Good Python and Maya skills
Solid understanding of the Visual Effects pipeline
Knowledgeable in debugging, testing and problem solving
Able to complete tasks without direct management
Flexible and able to work in a frequently changing environment
Detail oriented with strong ability to multi-task
General understanding of networking and performance issues
Able to work flexible hours to provide occasional weekend / evening supportDesirables
A degree in Computer Science, Computer Graphics or other related field
Shotgun development experience
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Pipeline TD
Apply for this roleBecome an important part of the pipeline team at a growing VFX studio.
As a Pipeline TD you will be part of a team responsible for developing and maintaining tools to assist artists and manage the data flow across projects.
Responsibilities
Developing and maintaining software (predominantly Python)
Building on existing systems such as Shotgun to finesse pipeline workflow
Collaboration with developers and senior production supervisors to develop new systemsEssential requirements
Previous experience in Visual Effects or related industry
Excellent Python development skills
Solid understanding of the Visual Effects pipeline
Shotgun and Digital Asset Management
Experience in developing tools for DCC packages such as Maya, Houdini and Nuke
A proactive attitude and great team spirit are essentialDesirables
A degree in Computer Science, Computer Graphics or other related field
Experience with source control systems and team development
A good handle on software development best practices, such as TDD, continuous integration and agile methodologies
Experience with global pipelines across multiple sites -
Production Assistant
Apply for this roleOur Production team is responsible for managing artists, schedules and client expectations for all of our film, TV and commercial VFX work.
If you have a passion for supporting and organising creative projects, then this could be the role for you. Our VFX Production Assistants are fundamental to the smooth operation of our studio.
Key attributes that make for a strong and dependable VFX Production Assistant: organised, strong communicator, proactive and cohesive teamwork. You'll need to have a personable nature and the ability to motivate teams during deliveries.
Essential requirements:
Clear confident communicator
Adept at skilfully juggling tasks
Organised and focused
Engaged with a strong desire to learnDesirables:
Experience in a VFX environment
Ability to provide support to and organisation for VFX and Production team
Capable note-taking during meetings, daillies sessions and client sessions, providing relevant information and setup support
Relevant degree indicating interest in Film, TV, Media, VFX or Animation
Previous experience – including internships and work experience – at creative production companies or post production facilities.Ideally, you'll have had previous exposure to and/or proficient knowledge of:
Microsoft Office applications, Mac and Windows literate, and strong ability to pick up new software or applications. -
Mid Animator
Apply for this role4 week contract beginning 20 August
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Mid Lighting Artist
Apply for this role4 week contract beginning 28 August
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Outpost is a VFX team built on a foundation of getting the right people and offering them a totally different environment to work in, empowering us to deliver astonishing visual effects for film, broadcast and commercials.
