This is a hybrid role in Seattle.
Pay Range: $40/hr - $48/hr
The Narrative Cinematic Artist is responsible for understanding the moment-to-moment story, frame sequences within a defined ruleset, then with clear perspective and consideration make scenes illicit an emotional response. They will foster, evangelize, and further a storytelling language that seeks to immerse through uninterrupted context, conflict, and action. The Narrative Cinematic Artist will be able to clearly communicate the goals, the way we want the audience to feel, and the power in any scene through space, line, shape, tone, color, movement and rhythm. They will also work closely with the Cinematic Director, Senior Franchise Story Lead, and Art Directors.
Minimum Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor's Degree or Certificate in Design, Fine Arts, Human-Computer Interaction, Visual Communications or related art field AND 2+ years’ experience in art design or a related art field working on computer games or entertainment OR equivalent experience
- Cinematic Reel demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the language of film and a proven understanding of quality camera and editorial work, with per-asset labeling of contribution or role.
- 4+ years’ experience using Unreal Engine OR equivalent software packages
- 4+ years’ experience in film, games, and/or animation as an artist or designer.
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent creative work, comprehensive knowledge of visual storytelling techniques, and demonstrable ability to clearly express and direct cinematic vision.
- Demonstrated experience directing performance, motion and/or live action capture or talent.
- Proven success in working effectively with multiple teams and stakeholders to deliver results on time and at quality.
- Experience shipping 2+ professional projects or products end to end.
- Positive attitude to work collaboratively with partners and team members and deal with the challenges of the creative process.
- Interest and affinity for the franchise and IP
The target hiring compensation range for this role is $40/hr - $48/hr. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location. Additional benefits offered may include: https://aquent.com/talent/talent-benefits
About Aquent Talent:
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands. Our talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.
You will want to read this fine print. Part of our mission is to take care of you, so we offer the best benefits. Unlike other staffing companies, we provide talent with the same benefits that our CEO gets.
This includes:
- A choice of three major medical plans (including vision coverage) plus dental insurance
- Paid sick leave for all hourly talent in the U.S. and Canada
- 401(k) with a match and immediate vesting
- Exclusive employee discounts through Promo Code: Aquent
- Access to hundreds of professional development courses through Aquent Gymnasium
- And much more
