Swaybox Studios
Visual Development Artist (Environments)
Swaybox Studios, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
Why join Swaybox Studios?
Swaybox Studios is rewriting the rulebook of visual storytelling. As we collaborate with DC Studios, Warner Bros Pictures Animation and Matt Reeves’ 6th and Idaho on a revolutionary new project, you’ll help bring bold creative visions to life through hands‑on artistry and performance. This is your chance to be a part of a production that’s equal parts innovative and unforgettable.
Job Summary Swaybox Studios is seeking a
Visual Development Artist
who can create stylized environment designs to seamlessly translate into 3D sets. The artist will work closely with the Production Designer and collaborate with the practical sets team. Must be able to further develop rough concepts into complete, more detailed designs to be used by set builders, as well as design original sets, environment details, and props from scratch, based on prompts by the Director and the Production Designer.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with Production Designer to translate the vision for the film from concept to finished design through drawings and paintings (rough sketches, cleaned up renderings, tonals, sculpture, and digital imagery).
Create environment concepts, color keys, lighting studies, mood paintings, and production illustrations. Develop into clear and solid design concept sketches in collaboration with the Production Designer.
Implement feedback promptly and professionally.
Required Qualifications
Strong drawing skills, with a specialization in concept environment design.
Solid understanding of visual language: texture, color, dimension, scale, perspective, shade, composition, depth of field, proportion, spatial awareness, etc.
Ability to adapt to a variety of styles.
Solid understanding of 2D to 3D translations and hands‑on use of 2D or 3D tools in the design process is helpful.
Self‑motivated, good communication skills, and an excellent teammate.
Working knowledge of software and hardware including Photoshop and Cintiq.
Nice To Have Qualifications
A working knowledge of a 3D modeling software such as Maya or Blender.
At Swaybox Studios, we believe that great storytelling comes from diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, talents, and identities.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Swaybox Studios also complies with applicable Louisiana non‑discrimination laws.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Hospitals and Health Care, Wellness and Fitness Services, and Technology, Information and Internet
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Swaybox Studios is rewriting the rulebook of visual storytelling. As we collaborate with DC Studios, Warner Bros Pictures Animation and Matt Reeves’ 6th and Idaho on a revolutionary new project, you’ll help bring bold creative visions to life through hands‑on artistry and performance. This is your chance to be a part of a production that’s equal parts innovative and unforgettable.
Job Summary Swaybox Studios is seeking a
Visual Development Artist
who can create stylized environment designs to seamlessly translate into 3D sets. The artist will work closely with the Production Designer and collaborate with the practical sets team. Must be able to further develop rough concepts into complete, more detailed designs to be used by set builders, as well as design original sets, environment details, and props from scratch, based on prompts by the Director and the Production Designer.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with Production Designer to translate the vision for the film from concept to finished design through drawings and paintings (rough sketches, cleaned up renderings, tonals, sculpture, and digital imagery).
Create environment concepts, color keys, lighting studies, mood paintings, and production illustrations. Develop into clear and solid design concept sketches in collaboration with the Production Designer.
Implement feedback promptly and professionally.
Required Qualifications
Strong drawing skills, with a specialization in concept environment design.
Solid understanding of visual language: texture, color, dimension, scale, perspective, shade, composition, depth of field, proportion, spatial awareness, etc.
Ability to adapt to a variety of styles.
Solid understanding of 2D to 3D translations and hands‑on use of 2D or 3D tools in the design process is helpful.
Self‑motivated, good communication skills, and an excellent teammate.
Working knowledge of software and hardware including Photoshop and Cintiq.
Nice To Have Qualifications
A working knowledge of a 3D modeling software such as Maya or Blender.
At Swaybox Studios, we believe that great storytelling comes from diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, talents, and identities.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Swaybox Studios also complies with applicable Louisiana non‑discrimination laws.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Hospitals and Health Care, Wellness and Fitness Services, and Technology, Information and Internet
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Swaybox Studios by 2x.
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New Orleans, LA .
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