3D Layout Artist at Eyeline Studios, Hyderabad

Layout Artist Job Overview

• Company: Eyeline Studios
• Job Title: Layout Artist
• Job Type: Regular / Full-Time
• Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
• Work Model: 100% On-Site
• Seniority Level: Mid-to-Senior Level
• Required Experience: 3–5 Years in Feature Film or Television VFX
• Salary Range: Competitive (Based on experience and portfolio)
• Reporting Structure: Reports to Layout Lead / CG Supervisor
• Industry: Visual Effects (VFX) & Virtual Production

Company Overview: Crafting the Cinematic Future

Eyeline Studios is a global collective of visionaries, risk-takers, and perfectionists dedicated to the pursuit of creative excellence. Eyeline Studios operate at the intersection of traditional filmmaking and pioneering technology, partnering with world-class storytellers to bring their most ambitious visions to life. Eyeline Studios organizational structure is built upon three core pillars—VFX, Studios, and Labs—which function as the creative spine of our studio, ensuring that every frame we produce meets the highest standards of cinematic precision.

In a landmark move for the industry, Netflix has invested heavily in Eyeline’s pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce. This investment empowers us to push the boundaries of virtual production and high-end visual effects further than ever before. While our relationship with Netflix drives significant innovation, we continue to collaborate with a broad spectrum of global clients. At Eyeline, we believe technology serves artistry, and our people are the soul of our studio. We are committed to building worlds with exceptional craft, maintaining a “come as you are” culture that celebrates passion and skill.

Layout Artist Role Overview

As a Layout Artist at Eyeline Studios, you are the digital cinematographer and architect of the shot. You hold a vital position in the VFX pipeline, serving as the bridge between pre-production (storyboards/previs) and final production. Your primary responsibility is to establish the visual narrative, shot sequence continuity, and overall presentation of a scene.

Using assets provided by the modeling department and camera tracks from the matchmove department, you will construct the foundational “rough pass” of a shot. This role requires a sophisticated understanding of lens choice, composition, and physical space. You aren’t just placing objects in a 3D environment; you are telling a story through staging and movement, ensuring that every component is perfectly packaged for downstream departments like Animation, Lighting, and Compositing to succeed.

Key Responsibilities as Layout Artist

I. Virtual Cinematography & Staging

• Composition Excellence: Create visually striking and narratively effective compositions based on shot descriptions, director notes, and storyboards.

• Reference Matching: Meticulously match established references, including 2D concept art, 3D previs, and practical plate photography to ensure stylistic consistency.

• Environmental Integration: Seamlessly stitch plate-based live-action footage into full CG environments and vice versa, maintaining a flawless sense of space.

• Scale & Continuity: Provide definitive proof of scale and maintain strict continuity within a virtual layout setup, ensuring characters and environments relate to each other logically across a sequence.

II. Technical Scene Assembly

• Asset Packaging: Assemble the correct combination of high-resolution and proxy assets in a shot, preparing a clean “package” for use in downstream departments.

• Virtual Set Dressing: Utilize set-dressing techniques to populate environments in a way that feels organic and supports the film’s aesthetic.

• Technical Troubleshooting: Debug complex technical scene issues and escalate pipeline bottlenecks to the Lead or Supervisor as needed to maintain production momentum.

III. Storytelling Supplementation

• Placeholder Animation: Supplement layout passes with simple but convincing animation to represent character action and timing.

• Foundational Lighting & FX: Implement basic lighting and FX cues to aid in storytelling and provide a clear “mood” for supervisor reviews.

• Feedback Loop: Proactively take direction and apply internal and client notes with speed and precision.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Professional Standards

• Industry Tenure: Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of dedicated layout experience within a high-end visual effects environment (Feature Film or AAA Television).

• Artistic Foundation: A background in traditional Fine Arts is highly preferred, demonstrating a thorough understanding of framing, the rule of thirds, and narrative composition.

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Arts, Film, Animation, or a related field is preferred.

Technical Skills & Software

• Core Expertise: Advanced software proficiency in Autodesk Maya is strictly required.

• Secondary Tools: Basic to intermediate skills in 3ds Max, Adobe Photoshop, and Nuke are highly preferred.

• Production Pipeline: Familiarity with Shotgrid (Shotgun) for task management and version tracking.

• Scripting: Basic knowledge of scripting (Python/MEL) to assist in workflow automation is a significant “plus.”

• Grounding in Animation: A solid understanding of animation principles (weight, timing, and silhouettes) for storytelling purposes.

Core Competencies

• Attention to Detail: An unwavering eye for detail and a commitment to consistent quality assurance.

• Team Synergy: Excellent interpersonal skills; a team player who maintains a positive attitude in a high-pressure production environment.

• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently when necessary.

• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills to effectively translate creative notes into technical execution.

Work Environment & Location

This is an on-site, full-time position at our studio in Hyderabad, India.

• Location Policy: We are currently only considering applicants who are either already based in Hyderabad or are fully prepared to relocate to the region.

• Collaborative Space: As a Layout Artist, you will benefit from the real-time feedback and high-bandwidth collaboration that our on-site environment provides.

The Eyeline Experience: Benefits & Perks

• Global Projects: Work on some of the most anticipated feature films and episodic series in the world.

• Advanced Pipeline: Access to state-of-the-art virtual production tools and a robust infrastructure backed by industry leaders.

• Professional Growth: Collaborate with and learn from a global team of Leads and Supervisors who are pioneers in the VFX industry.

• Inclusive Culture: A “come as you are” environment where your unique perspective and passion for the craft are valued.

Application Process

To apply for the Layout Artist position, please submit the following through our official portal:

1. Resume: Detail your professional history and software proficiencies.

2. Portfolio/Demo Reel: Provide a link to your reel showcasing your best layout, staging, and camera animation work.

3. Breakdown: Include a shot-by-shot breakdown explaining your specific contributions (e.g., “Set dressing,” “Camera animation,” “Environment stitch”).

Note: Portfolios showcasing a strong sense of cinematic storytelling and traditional artistic principles will be prioritized.