Cinematics Intern at WB Games

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                                                               JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:  Cinematics Intern                                      

CREATED/REVISED:  8/11/11                           

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DIVISION/DEPT. NAME: Cinematic Department                          

LOCATION: Chicago                                                     

REPORTS TO:  Cinematic Team Lead    

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Cinematics Intern is responsible for supporting the Cinematics team in preparing cinematic previz sequences that convey the story utilizing computer graphics knowledge on standard industry packages.

Job Responsibilities	% of Time
Work with the Cinematic Lead and Cinematic Director on previz using After Effects	5
Support Storyboard contractors in any way needed	5
Scan traditional Storyboards and manage the organization of the digital files	30
Create After Effects files for use in Board-a-matic sequences	30
Assist in Motion Capture sessions by shooting reference footage	20
Digitize reference video and organize it for delivery to outsourcers	10
Total	100%

who assignS work to this position? (LIST titles)

·         Cinematic Team Lead

TYPES OF DECISIONS MADE BY THIS POSITION? (Describe ability to exercise discretion):

·         Develop and Streamline a system to efficiently scan in and manage Storyboard images

·         Input on how to best organize digital files

·         Input on how to best shoot reference footage in motion capture sessions

·         Input on the cinematic previz pipeline

TYPES OF DECISIONS THAT MUST BE APPROVED BY SUPERVISOR:

·         Approval of digital file organization plans

·         Changes to the cinematic previz pipeline

·         Changes in scheduled work, and priority of assigned tasks

      

JOB QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

Work Experience

·         Internship or previous position in a related field a plus

Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification

·         Some amount of formal art education such as BFA from accredited art or design school or equivalent level of experience required.  Applicants must have either graduated from or be enrolled in such a program.

Knowledge/Skills

·         Must be skilled in using After Effects

·         Familiarity with scanning software \ techniques

·         Familiarity with Photoshop

·         Experience using a Video Camera

Other Requirements

·         Ability to take direction well

·         Strong problem solving skills

·         Ability to learn new tools quickly

·         Highly organized.  Ability to multitask and manage multiple tasks at once

·         Strong communication and interpersonal skills.  Ability to work well with others at all levels on the team.

Desired Skills and Pluses

·         Experience with editing

·         Experience with video compression

Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time.

Email resume to:   

Sarah Beck      SBeck@wbgames.com

 Sr HR Generalist

WB Games

2650A W Bradley Place

Chicago, IL 60618