Previs Artist

Warner Bros. Pictures Animation is looking for an experienced Previsualization/Layout Artist. This position creates sequences of shots that convey the story through the application of traditional filmmaking principles in a 3D environment. Working closely with the Head of Previs and the Director to guide the creative and technical storytelling. 
 

 
Your Role Responsibilities:   

• Establish character blocking, camera positioning, lensing, and camera movement. 

• Pre-visualize and layout sequences of shots that convey the story based on storyboards, story reel and/or script pages. 

• Ensure that the vision of the Director, Art Director and Head of Cinematography is incorporated  

• Work with existing storyboards, recreate, and/or enhance story through cinematic layout of shots. 

• May create rough models, environments and rigs to facilitate pre-visualization work. 

• Collaborate with the Editorial department to incorporate materials and animatic work into the production reel. 

• Pre-visualize the look of the film in collaboration with the Art Department. 

• Model, surface, and rig Previs assets such as characters, environments, and effects. 

• Work in previsualization and layout on lighting, effects, rough character performances, camera motion, and editing. 

Your Qualifications and Experience:   

• 5+ years’ experience in feature animation is preferred 

• VFX and/or animated television in a layout or previsualization roll a plus 

• Strong understanding of cinematography  

• Ability to work under pressure as well as implement changes based on input from multiple sources. 

• Proficient in programs such as Autodesk Maya, Adobe Creative Suite, Nuke and Unreal Engine 

• Expertise with editing software 

• Moderate to advanced modeling, surfacing and rigging skills 

• Moderate to advanced skills in effects animation 

• Passion for animation and filmmaking.   

• Positive, direct, collaborative communication to help improve our shared vision and studio culture.  

• Flexible, adaptable approach with a constant appetite for new knowledge and experiences. 

• Ability to work in the Burbank studio 3 days a week

The Legal Bits

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual compensation will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Pay Range: $53.00 (CBA scale) - $80.00 per hour. This role qualifies for benefits according to the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Who we are

Drawing on a century of studio legacy and encompassing achievements in 2D, CG and photoreal animation, Warner Bros. Pictures Animation is the revitalized feature animation arm of WB. The studio’s animation journey began with the iconic Looney Tunes in 1930 and has evolved to include modern classics such as The Iron Giant, The Lego Movie Franchise and Happy Feet. This next chapter begins with the release of the major motion picture, The Cat in the Hat, coming to theaters worldwide in November 2026.  

Warner Bros. Pictures Animation collaborates with world-class creatives to weave compelling original stories and breathe new life into beloved characters and worlds to curate a dynamic slate of animated features designed to captivate audiences of all ages.  

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