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Entry Level Visual Effects Artist Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Associate Concept Artist

Austin, TX · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Refine thumbnails into concept art that clearly communicates product form, visual hierarchy, story ... every level, from Entry-Level through Lead. Your approved artwork hands off to Merchandise ...

Associate Concept Artist

Austin, TX

$125K - $144K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Refine thumbnails into concept art that clearly communicates product form, visual hierarchy, story ... every level, from Entry-Level through Lead. Your approved artwork hands off to Merchandise ...

Associate Concept Artist

Austin, TX · On-site

$125K - $144K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Refine thumbnails into concept art that clearly communicates product form, visual hierarchy, story ... every level, from Entry-Level through Lead. Your approved artwork hands off to Merchandise ...

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Entry Level Visual Effects Artist information

What is an entry level visual effects artist?

Entry level visual effects (VFX) artists are professionals who create digital effects for film, television, video games, and other media, usually as part of a larger VFX team. At the entry level, these artists typically work on basic tasks such as compositing, rotoscoping, or creating simple visual elements under the guidance of more experienced artists. Their work helps bring imaginative visuals to life, often enhancing or altering live-action footage to achieve the desired look for a project. They use specialized software like Adobe After Effects, Nuke, or Autodesk Maya, and are expected to have a solid understanding of visual storytelling, attention to detail, and teamwork. Entry level VFX artists often build their skills and portfolios with the goal of advancing to more complex roles within the industry.

What are some common challenges faced by entry level visual effects artists when starting out in the industry?

Entry level visual effects artists often encounter challenges such as adapting to fast-paced production schedules, learning to use complex industry-standard software, and effectively incorporating feedback from supervisors. Collaborating with other team members, including animators, compositors, and directors, can also present a learning curve as clear communication and understanding of the production pipeline are essential. However, these challenges provide valuable opportunities to develop technical skills and build strong professional relationships within the studio environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level visual effects artist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Visual Effects Artist, you need a solid understanding of digital art fundamentals, animation, and compositing, usually supported by a degree or coursework in visual effects, animation, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Adobe After Effects, Autodesk Maya, Nuke, and Photoshop is essential, with some studios preferring basic knowledge of scripting or coding. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong teamwork skills help you stand out and collaborate effectively within production pipelines. These skills and qualities ensure you can produce high-quality visual effects that meet project requirements and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What is the difference between Entry Level Visual Effects Artist vs Junior Visual Effects Artist?

AspectEntry Level Visual Effects ArtistJunior Visual Effects Artist
Required CredentialsPortfolio, basic knowledge of VFX softwarePortfolio, some professional experience or internship
Work EnvironmentEntry-level projects, supervised tasksAssisting senior artists, learning workflows
Employer & Industry UsageVFX studios, film, gaming, advertisingVFX studios, post-production houses

Both roles typically require a portfolio and familiarity with VFX software. The Entry Level Visual Effects Artist is often just starting out, focusing on learning and assisting, while the Junior Visual Effects Artist has some professional experience and takes on more responsibilities under supervision. The roles are similar but differ mainly in experience level and scope of work.

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Lighting Designer/Tech

Community Bible Church

San Antonio, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description

JOB SUMMARY
The Lighting Designer, using a high degree of creativity, invention, imagination and originality, is responsible for the creation of the lighting design for a given production including but not limited to CBC services, conferences and special events.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Provide high degree of creativity in designing light show for worship services and events.
  • Design, plot and install lighting equipment to influence mood and perceptual sensory.
  • Program and operate computer controlled lighting board and moving lights.
  • Work in concert with music ministry and audio and video production personnel.
  • Responsible for training and scheduling of staff/volunteers to assist in placement of lights, proper functioning during performances, and removal and storage.
  • Create script with light cues.
  • Brings together, with Production Team members, all elements of the show as a coordinated, cohesive unit.
  • Before tech rehearsal, supervises lighting check using all set pieces to see that they have adequate lighting.
  • Supervise tech rehearsal and coordinate spot lights according to light plan.
  • Ensure all work in completed on time, on budget, and consistently within CBC's high standard of quality.
  • Inspect, repair and produce lighting equipment, accessories and hardware as necessary.
  • Assist with Weekend Services as a Video/Camera Operator.
  • Attends regularly scheduled Production Team meetings.
  • Other duties assigned as needed.

COMPETENCIES
  • Knowledge in computer technology and the Internet (MS Office 2000, MS Outlook 2000, MS Publisher, etc...), including the ability to learn new programs easily.
  • An understanding of how quality light and lighting effects enhance the overall impact of the show.
  • An understanding of how the lighting relates to costumes, set design, and choreography.
  • Working knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
  • Working knowledge of video projectors and camera equipment.
  • Working knowledge of audio/visual signal flow.
  • Ability to repair audio and video cable.
  • Demonstrates good artistic sense.
  • Has professional manner and high energy level, exhibits a positive attitude.
  • An enthusiastic leader and team player with a positive attitude.
  • Accepts new ideas and challenges and is highly motivated.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a regular full-time position (36-40 hrs). Evenings and weekends required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to do the following:
Walking, bending, stooping, lifting 10-75 lbs, occasional events/activities outdoors in the heat, occasional events/activities requiring prolonged standing. Working with electrical audio visual components and equipment. Varying audio and light levels.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • College degree from an accredited university
  • 3 years of relevant work experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Duties are performed in a variety of settings to include, outside, office and technical settings where the work and general environment may be fast-paced and hectic at times. Therefore, it is essential that the employee can effectively handle the normal anxieties associated with the job and manage multiple projects in service-oriented environment. Environmental noise levels are minimal.
OTHER DUTIES
  • Bachelor's Degree in Lighting Design, Theater Arts, Radio, Television or Film and related technical training or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the duties including previous experience in stage lighting design and techniques.
  • Attend worship regularly.
  • Maintain personal accountability and relationships with staff members.
  • Maintain daily disciplines of Bible study, prayer, and preparation.
  • Must live in faith according to 1 Timothy 3.
  • CBC Member. Genuine desire to serve God and the Church and must be a professed Christian.

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