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Swaybox Studios

3D Tracking Artist

New Orleans, LA

The 3D Tracking / Matchmove Artist will focus on tracking environments and character features (such as: face, hands, legs, etc.) with a handoff to the layout, animation, and compositing teams. This ...

Swaybox Studios

3D Tracking Artist

New Orleans, LA · On-site

The 3D Tracking / Matchmove Artist will focus on tracking environments and character features (such ... Deliver clean and tight matchmove data, including STMaps, to layout, animation, and compositing ...

Trove Brands

3D Generalist

Lehi, UT

... well as be skilled in compositing techniques. Responsibilities: * Develop high-quality ... Create and animate 3D assets, including strong animation work. * Edit animations into cohesive ...

M&S Consulting

3D Animator

Pasadena, CA · On-site +1

Experience working across the full 3D pipeline: modeling, texturing/shading, lighting, rigging, animation, rendering, and compositing * Proficiency with tools such as Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya ...

DK Global

Visual Media Compositor

Redlands, CA · On-site

$23 - $29/hr

Understanding of 3D compositing, render sequencing, and integrating 3D assets into video production workflows. * Strong written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on storytelling.

M&S Consulting

3D Animator

Pasadena, CA · Remote

Experience working across the full 3D pipeline: modeling, texturing/shading, lighting, rigging, animation, rendering, and compositing * Proficiency with tools such as Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya ...

Leidos

3D Modeler

Orlando, FL · On-site

$57K - $104K/yr

A 3D Modeler creates accurate three-dimensional representations of objects to support virtual ... shooting, compositing and editing video content • Experience creating motion graphics for ...

Leidos

3D Modeler

Orlando, FL · On-site

$57K - $104K/yr

A 3D Modeler creates accurate three-dimensional representations of objects to support virtual ... compositing and editing video content Experience creating motion graphics for animation and ...

Paxos Labs

3D Motion & Marketing Designer

Incorporate sound design and compositing when needed to create fully polished motion pieces. Qualifications Must have: * Expert-level motion design and animation (After Effects, and one or more 3D ...

Trove Brands

3D Generalist

Lehi, UT

We are seeking a talented 3D Specialist focusing on creating visual content for a wide range of ... Knowledge of compositing workflows and post-production tools such as Adobe After Effects or Nuke.

Trove Brands

3D Generalist

Lehi, UT · On-site

We are seeking a talented 3D Specialist focusing on creating visual content for a wide range of ... Knowledge of compositing workflows and post-production tools such as Adobe After Effects or Nuke.

Piping Rock

3D Motion Designer

Bohemia, NY · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Understanding of lighting, materials, texturing, rendering, camera animation, and compositing ... Motion graphics * 3D animation * Rendering and compositing * Attention to detail * Time management

ZAGG, Inc.

Senior 3D Animator

Midvale, UT · On-site

$100K - $114K/yr

Senior 3D Animator Location: Midvale, UT, 84047 Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site Department ... Proficiency with Adobe After Effects and NLE for compositing and final edit integration. * Comfort ...

ZAGG Inc

Senior 3D Animator

Midvale, UT · On-site

$100K - $114K/yr

Senior 3D Animator Location: Midvale, UT, 84047 Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site Department ... Proficiency with Adobe After Effects and NLE for compositing and final edit integration. * Comfort ...

WPP Production

Flame Artist

New York, NY · On-site

$125K - $295K/yr

Perform complex 2D and 3D compositing, beauty retouching, rig removal, and CGI integration. * Conforming & Mastering: Manage the timeline from offline edit to final master, ensuring color continuity ...

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MOD Worldwide, LLC

Motion Designer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Deliver polished animations (2D, 3D, Character, Compositing) working with team members across all disciplines: strategy, accounts, design, copy, and dev. * * Bring layout, typography, and design ...

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3D Tracking Artist

Swaybox Studios

New Orleans, LA

Other

Posted 20 hours ago

Job description

Job Summary:

Swaybox Studios is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented 3D Tracking / Matchmove Artist to help bridge the gap between live-action footage and CG integration. In this role, you'll be responsible for extracting motion data from filmed plates, tracking both environments and facial performance, and aligning CG elements with precise real-world movement-whether using lidar scans, measurements, or solving without them.

The 3D Tracking / Matchmove Artist will focus on tracking environments and character features (such as: face, hands, legs, etc.) with a handoff to the layout, animation, and compositing teams. This person will play a hands-on role in ensuring seamless tracking blends of practical and CG, improving workflows, resolving creative challenges, and collaborating with Supervisors and Technical Directors to evolve tools that enhance production efficiency. 

This is a studio-based role working onsite in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform accurate 3D camera and object tracking in live-action plates with or without on-set measurements and lidar scans.
  • Implement best practices in our tracking pipeline, ensuring the environment and object tracking are seamlessly matched to the camera and puppet facial performances.
  • Hand-key and solve complex motion where automated solutions fall short.
  • Deliver clean and tight matchmove data, including STMaps, to layout, animation, and compositing departments.
  • Create rotomation of CG character rigs to match puppet movement, as needed.
  • Maintain output quality and momentum in a fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborate with the VFX and CG teams to troubleshoot tracking challenges and maintain alignment with production needs.

Required Qualifications:

  • 3+ years experience as a matchmove or tracking artist in film, episodic, or high-end VFX.
  • Expert knowledge of matchmoving principles: camera focal lengths, lens distortion, film backs, rolling shutter, parallax, and real-world camera behavior.
  • Strong proficiency in 3DEqualizer and Maya.
  • Basic knowledge of Nuke to create slapcomps for presentation and handoff to the compositing team.
  • Prior experience with rotomation.
  • Deep understanding and experience with object and face tracking using KeenTools.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt quickly to unique or proprietary workflows.
  • In-depth knowledge of layout, cinematic language, camera operation, and on-set data acquisition practices.
  • Proven ability to work independently and maintain accuracy under tight deadlines.
  • An artistic mindset and willingness to receive and implement constructive feedback, whether that's with draw-overs, over the shoulder adjustments, or team meetings.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience using PFTrack, Syntheyes, and MMSolver.
  • Familiarity with performance capture, and Nuke for projection and compositing integration.
  • Working knowledge of rigging workflows, animation principles, and stylized performance-driven animation pipelines.
  • Scripting skills in Python, PySide, PyQT, or MEL to improve workflow or develop internal tools.

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