Previsualization Artist

THE THIRD FLOOR Inc.

. Create sequences of shots from storyboards and/or script pages to enhance the story .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $70 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in character animation and camera layout using Autodesk Maya and Adobe After Effects, with a strong understanding of cinematic language and animation principles. Capable of maintaining high-quality standards while collaborating effectively within agile creative teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Autodesk MayaAdobe After EffectsCharacter AnimationCamera LayoutShot Continuity

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Hard Skills

Character AnimationCamera LayoutMotion BlurDepth of FieldAnimation TimingTechnical SpecificationsShot ContinuityArtistic Eye for DetailAgile MethodologiesAnimation Principles

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationAdaptabilityTaking DirectionAttention to DetailQuality Maintenance

Tools & Technologies

Autodesk Motion BuilderPFTrack

Industry Keywords

Cinematic LanguageStoryboardingProduction LocationsMajor Studio ProductionsMotion-Capture Animation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create sequences of shots from storyboards and/or script pages to enhance the story
Establish character blocking and camera positioning
Animate camera movement
Create realistic and compelling character animation following the 12 principles of animation
Animate creatures, props, and vehicles
Use motion blur, depth of field, and other effects to create realism
Clean up and accentuate motion-capture animation
Maintain high standards of quality and speed
Understand shot continuity within sequences to guide shot creation
Work with the previs supervisor and take direction
Participate in agile creative teams supporting major studio productions
Potentially work at various production locations for major studio clients

Requirements

What you’ll need

Include a resume, demo reel/portfolio link and demo reel breakdown or detailed written contribution breakdown with the application
Demo reel and breakdown must include both character and camera layout/animation
Essential skill: Autodesk Maya
Adobe After Effects
Autodesk Motion Builder (a plus)
PFTrack (a plus)
Strong sense of composition, color, and animation timing
Understanding of cinematic language and camera terminology
Ability to use motion blur, depth of field, and other effects
Artistic eye for detail and understanding of technical specifications
Ability to maintain consistent quality and speed
Ability to understand shot continuity
Ability to work well on a team and take direction from a supervisor
Ability to adapt quickly and accept change
Willingness to travel is a plus
Must reside in California, Georgia, Texas, Oregon, Connecticut, North Carolina, Florida, New Jersey, New York (outside NYC), Colorado, Washington, or Canada for remote positions
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. or Canada; work authorization documents must be current and unexpired

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Sick Time
401k (staff only)
PTO (staff only)
Additional Perks & Benefits
Average of 5 hours of paid overtime a week