Accountabilities

As a Senior Camera Tracking Artist, you will be responsible for delivering precise camera and object tracking solutions while contributing to the technical quality and efficiency of the wider team. Your responsibilities will include:

Execute senior-level 3D camera reconstruction and complex matchmove work for visual effects shots.

Complete accurate manual camera tracks and matchmoves using Maya.

Use object solves to improve tracking quality and production efficiency.

Perform shot sculpting and create geometry to support accurate matchmove solutions.

Address creative feedback and refine tracking work to meet production and supervisory expectations.

Apply a strong understanding of rotoanimation tools, techniques, and workflows.

Work with character armatures and body matchmove requirements.

Identify and recommend effective working techniques to help artists resolve technical and creative challenges.

Support the technical development of team members by sharing knowledge, workflows, and practical guidance.

Assist junior and intermediate artists with tracking and matchmove issues when needed.

Communicate and coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth production workflows.

Keep leads informed of workload concerns, production challenges, and potential timeline risks.

Provide constructive feedback and suggestions to support tool improvements and development.

Requirements

The ideal candidate has extensive production experience in camera tracking and matchmove, with strong technical knowledge of 3D reconstruction, camera behavior, and visual effects workflows. You should be comfortable working independently on complex shots while collaborating effectively with artists and supervisors. Key qualifications include:

At least 5 years of professional production experience in a Tracking or Matchmove Artist role.

Advanced proficiency in 3D Equalizer and Maya.

Strong proficiency in Nuke.

Demonstrated expertise in body matchmove and shot sculpting.

Experience completing complex camera tracks, including projects with limited or no on-set data.

In-depth understanding of cameras, lenses, apertures, distortion, and real-world camera attributes.

Ability to create accurate geometry using survey points.

Strong knowledge of object tracking, camera reconstruction, and matchmove workflows.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work effectively with teammates, supervisors, and other production departments.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Previous layout experience is an advantage.

Photogrammetry and LiDAR experience are considered a plus.

Benefits

Contract-based engagement.

Work-from-office and work-from-home arrangements available.

Opportunity to contribute to high-end visual effects productions for film and television.

Collaborative, artist-driven production environment.

Opportunities to share technical expertise and contribute to workflow and tool development.

How Jobgether works

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

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