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Freelance: CG - Los Angeles

Framestore is an Academy Award-winning creative studio that uses craft, imagination, and technology to bring extraordinary ideas to life for the film, advertising, and immersive entertainment industries.

Framestore

Employee count: 1001-5000

Salary: 52k-73k USD

United States only

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Framestore Integrated Advertising are always on the look-out for exceptional talent to join our award winning team. If you are a freelancer who would be interested in being kept on our books for future freelancing opportunities with our team then please submit your details to us - we would love to hear from you!

Our freelance opportunities will always be live on the website and we will get in touch with people who have submitted their details as and when opportunities arise. There is no need to apply here more than once - once you're in then you're in and you will be on our radar! In fact, the people who submit here will be our first point of call when we're looking.

So if you want to freelance on some of the most exciting and challenging advertising work out there then you know what to do - hit that 'apply' button right now!

Requirements

  • Excellent knowledge of any of the following pending specific discipline: Maya, Houdini, Substance Designer, Substance Painter, Mari, and/or Photoshop

  • A working knowledge of Arnold

  • High level ability to produce great looking imagery across a range of styles; from photo real CG composited against live action through to stylized fully CG work

  • A good understanding of animation and an eye for motion

  • Knowledge of cinematic language and technical terminology

  • Strong communication skills are critical. Must be able to work within a team, taking direction and exercising attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment

  • Must be self-motivated, a team player and organised

  • Able and willing to follow direction and openly collaborate with others

  • Ability to work well under pressure and open to working flexible hours

  • Adaptable and accepting of creative change throughout a project

  • Must have valid US work authorization.

Desired Skills:

  • A working knowledge of Mantra and VRay a plus.

  • A familiarity with scripting e.g. C++, python, hscript or mel

  • Experience with linux \ unix based operating systems

  • A working knowledge of at least one compositing application (e.g. Nuke) and a solid understanding of the compositing process

  • PfTrack or 3DEqualizer experience a plus

California Employees Pay Range:

Juniors (<1 year - 3 years experience): $25 - $35 per hour

Mids (4 - 6 years experience): $400 - $550 per day
Seniors (6+ years of experience): $600 - $900 per day

The posted range describes the minimum to maximum range for this job description in the state of California. The range is posted in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. The range for this same position may be lower or higher in markets outside of California. Pay is dependent on the applicant's relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

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For clients with ambitious visions, from filmmakers to global brands, the challenge is often translating extraordinary ideas into breathtaking visual realities that captivate audiences. This is where Framestore steps in. We understand that our customers need more than just a visual effects vendor; they need a creative and technology partner dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible on any screen or in any space. Whether it's for a blockbuster film, a prestige episodic series, an iconic advertising campaign, or an immersive theme park experience, our clients are looking to create something that has never been seen before. They face the pressure of delivering spectacular, seamless, and emotionally engaging content that stands out in a crowded media landscape. Our role is to de-risk this creative endeavor, providing the artistic talent and technological firepower to bring their most imaginative concepts to life, ensuring the final product is not only visually stunning but also deeply resonant with their audience.

At Framestore, we address these challenges by becoming deeply embedded in the creative process. Our customers benefit from a global team of over 3,000 artists, producers, and technologists who are not just masters of their craft, but also passionate storytellers. We collaborate closely with directors, producers, and creatives from the earliest stages of a project, using our expertise in pre-production, virtual production, and post-production to help shape the narrative and solve complex visual challenges before they become costly problems. This collaborative, problem-solving approach means our clients can be bolder in their creative choices, confident that we have the innovative solutions to execute their vision. By pioneering new techniques in areas like real-time rendering, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality, we provide our partners with the tools to tell their stories in new and exciting ways. Ultimately, our customer-centric focus is about making the impossible possible, turning ambitious creative briefs into award-winning, unforgettable experiences that connect with people on a global scale.

Employee benefits

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Financial Advice

Complimentary financial advice session provided annually.

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Access to local services such as Employee Assistance Programmes which offer confidential counselling and advisory services.

Cycle to Work Scheme

Option to purchase a bicycle as part of the government's green transport initiative, with the cost spread over 12 months (UK).

Health and Wellbeing Schemes

Access to a number of discounted health and wellbeing schemes including critical illness insurance, health cash plan, and dental insurance.

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