Job Description

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UWorld is the worldwide leader in online test prep for college entrance, undergraduate, graduate, and professional licensing exams throughout the United States. Since 2003, over a million students have trusted us to help them prepare for high-stakes examinations. We are looking for a talented compositing artist who can work within a professional team to develop high-quality medical and scientific animations.

Your Role

• Although primarily a 2D role within the 3D world of CGI and VFX (visual effects), compositors need a thorough understanding of the CG process combined with relevant artistic skills
• Responsible for constructing the final image by combining layers of previously created material
• Ensure assigned shots fit the continuity of the sequence
• Ensure on-time delivery of effects elements within set production schedule
• Must be a keen observer of reality with near-perfect understanding of relative scale and dimensions, especially in terms of human anatomy
• Maintain or exceed consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high-quality work
• Collaborate and communicate with other members of 3D team and other departments to ensure CG elements are seamlessly incorporated into the shot
• Assist with project cleanup and archiving on an ongoing basis
• Participate in review as a team member to determine various design solutions by providing feedback to other members of the production
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently under tight deadlines
• Follow design guidelines, shot naming conventions, and other technical constraints
• Keep up to date with the latest developments in compositing tools and technologies
• Follow company creative head and production pipeline, proposing approaches that stimulate positive enhancements
• Ability to solve complex technical problems that occur within the environment
• Effective time-management skills, with ability to meet deadlines and follow instructions and established protocols/procedures

• Degree in fine arts or equivalent with a thorough understanding of anatomy, or 5+ years industry experience specializing in compositing
• Extensive knowledge of current compositing software such as Adobe After Effects and Nuke
• Knowledge of other various software programs, including Photoshop
• Experience in composition, color, light, and shadow

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to articulate ideas clearly, concisely, and persuasively, along with ability to understand direction and accept feedback
• Strong leadership skills with specific experience managing product priorities, setting delivery expectations, and delivering software enhancements on schedule
• Organization skills, including situational leadership, technical leadership, high attention to detail, and proven ability to resolve field escalations with minimal impact on production schedules
• Ability to work effectively within a changing environment experiencing high growth
• Exceptional follow-through, personal drive, and desire to make a difference

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