JOB SUMMARY

The Scene Assembler is tasked with collating scenes by adding and resizing elements such as approved layouts, backgrounds, characters, props, special effects, and animatics needed for the scene.

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‍DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Scene Assembly (Senior Level) 

• Analyzes pre-production materials from the clients, as well as the materials from other departments.  This includes continuity, hook up, re-use of plans, storyboard/animatic, and lead sheet instructions are followed.
• Assesses, sections, casts and ensures correct handout of the scenes.
• Checks the animation elements for its correctness, size comparison and relationship with the background.
• Checks the composition and staging of each scene based on the storyboard/ animatic.
• Makes sure all the elements needed per scene are complete, converted as specified by the client and imported inside the scene file through close coordination with the department heads.
• Acts as a mentor to encourage and to develop the skills of the scene assemblers.  
• Manages his/ her own productivity by meeting the schedule and deadlines.
• Organizes production meetings and communication to keep track of the work and is responsible for giving creative input and technical support to the artists.
• Performs other tasks related to the job as assigned.

Scene Assembly (Entry Level) 

• Adjusts character sizes, background layer, perspective, and other scene elements to align with the animatic while ensuring continuity of details within each scene.
• Corrects the staging and composition requirements given in the animatic.
• Follows the instructions from the department lead and client materials.
• Ensures that tasks submitted are on time and maintains standard quality.
• Collaborates with team members, supervisors, and other departments, while sharing their insights.
• Gives and receives constructive and creative feedback during handout stage, fix-ups, and retakes

REQUIREMENTS

A. Competencies

• Proficient in using Harmony & Flash
• Consistency in Quality and Performance
• Good Stress Tolerance
• Initiating Action
• Contributing to Team Success
• Client focus
• Good communication skills ‍

B. Motivational Fit

• Team player
• Detail-orientated
• Openness for continued learning (new technology, style, process, platform)
• Passion for animation
• Willingness for challenging work (possible long hours, deadlines, etc.)
• Fulfillment for high-quality work

C. Knowledge Areas

• Knowledgeable in layout & background concepts (E.g. Perspective, Composition)
• Visual Storytelling
• Digital Software
• Knowledge of the animation process
• Adult learning principles  
• Drawing Skills

D. Work Experience  

• At least 1 to 2 years as a Scene Assembly Artist
• Animation work experience in TV, movies, commercials, video game production studios, and/or ad agencies
• Has worked in a team on time-bounded projects
• Diploma or degree in animation, media arts, graphic design or related field

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*Also, as of now, we are not accepting internships. Any internship application will be placed in our library, and we will contact you when we open the studio for internships.

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