VFX Art Director in New York, New York at Corgan

EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet

VFX Art Director

US-NY-New York

Job ID: 2024-2768
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: MediaLab
New York

Overview

At Corgan we are passionate about great design but the best thing we build is each other. Here, you’ll find camaraderie and collaboration as abundantly as curiosity and creativity. Corgan is a welcoming and supportive environment that provides significant career advantages. You’ll find room to grow, freedom to explore — and the safety to fail. Thank you for your interest in joining our curious, passionate, hardworking team.

Corgan is actively recruiting a dynamic VFX Art Director to join the firm as part of our shared services Media Lab team. Tackle these responsibilities alongside a team of creative, highly motivated individuals who are passionate about their work and ready to collaborate to achieve outstanding results. Our ideal team member is passionate and progressively seeking more responsibilities to expand their expertise.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Dedicate at least 25-40% of your time to hands-on production work, occasionally creating high-quality visual effects assets.
• Mentoring team members and providing technical guidance.
• Training the firm in using visual tools to increase the quality level created by project specialists.
• Troubleshooting technical challenges and finding creative solutions
• Contributing to the development and innovation of new workflows and techniques
• Art direct and manage all aspects of visual effects for architectural and design projects, from concept development to final delivery.
• Review and provide constructive feedback on work from internal artists, external vendors, and freelancers.
• Ensure visual consistency across all projects, upholding the company's artistic vision.
• Collaborate with VFX Supervisors, Producers, and Creative Directors to translate creative briefs into actionable plans.
• Bridge communications between the NY offices and the HQ in Dallas, ensuring seamless collaboration and information flow.
• Participate in occasional work-related travel to other Corgan offices.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years of experience as a VFX Artist or Lead Artist in a professional studio environment.
• Strong drawing and/or sketching skills to visually communicate ideas and iterate on architectural concepts.
• Proven track record of leading and inspiring teams.
• Your work should demonstrate a mastery of lighting, composition, and technical expertise in visual effects.
• Experience managing and directing multiple VFX projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to translate complex creative ideas into clear, actionable plans.
• Strong problem-solving skills to navigate complex situations and find creative solutions.
• Proficiency in a variety of M&E software is a plus (e.g., Autodesk 3DS Max, Foundry Nuke, Adobe Suite, Unreal Engine, Enscape 3D).
• While not required, knowledge of Autodesk Revit and Trimble SketchUp is a plus.

Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Our commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics is unwavering. Our passion, drive for excellence, and abiding curiosity guide us each day in our interaction with our clients, partners, associates, and with each other. Corgan promotes a healthy work-life balance by removing obstacles and allowing you to focus on what you love doing, both inside and outside the office.

Join Corgan and help make amazing places at a place that makes you amazing!

*Only applications received through our website will be considered. For design positions, please also be sure to upload your portfolio or review of your application will be delayed. *

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