Work wanted !!!!

Hi
if any of you can help with any Multimedia part-time work, one of my second year students is very keen. please email me or Aali ( the student looking for work) on alipolo1@yahoo.com
Cheers and thanks,
Werner

Web design Jobs @ Igloo

Igloo is ooking for a junior web designer - and a web creative director. I have a PDF of the Junior position (thanks to Chris Ayton) and the senior position is on the "news" section of the Igloo website. I you want the PDF for the junior position(s) please email Werner.



Or contact Igloo direcrt:
........................................................................................

Jim Antonopoulos
Igloo
113 Fitzroy St
St Kilda VIC 3182

T: (03) 9537 2855
F: (03) 9534 9877

igloo.com.au

Have you seen their book?
http://igloo.com.au/incubator

Job: gaming modeller/texture artist - Tantalus Interactive, Melbourne

Tantalus Interactive ( www.tantalus.com.au) is currently seeking
experienced 3D game artists to work on a number of titles spanning,
handheld and next generation gaming platforms.


We are looking for candidates with exceptional low poly modeling and
texturing skills.

Applicants are to provide examples from at least 2 of the following
categories: props, characters, vehicles and environments.

Entry level positions may also considered for outstanding applicants.

Please send a introductory letter with your portfolio and C.V. with
subject "3D Artist" to:

Jobs@tantalus.com.au

Tantalus Interactive

Level 5 'The Tea House'

28 Clarendon St, South Melbourne 3205

Victoria Australia

(If sending a show reel please use common formats such as quicktime or
xvid.
Also please label your actual discs with your name, primary skill and
contact details)


Preference will be given to applicants who can provide solid, relevant
professional referees.

Preference also given to applicants with advanced Maya experience.

All applications are considered strictly confidential.

Job: Inhouse Broadcast designer Fox8 - Sydney

In-house Broadcast Designer wanted - FOX8 & Bio

We are looking for a skilled mid to high level designer to join our
in-house team at FOX8/Bio

You will be working on a range of projects for both FOX8 & Bio

The successful applicant must have a good design sense, as well as
comprehensive experience with Adobe After-Effects, Illustrator, &
Photoshop.

This is a ultimately long term freelance role, and hours can be
negotiated.

Please send all online applications to...

broadcastdesigner@foxtel.tv

Please send all postal applications to...

'Broadcast Designer'
c/o
Tom Taylor
FOX8 / Bio
FOXTEL Television Centre
5 Thomas Holt Drive
North Ryde, NSW, 2113

The Visual Arts Board New Media Projects funding meeting

The Visual Arts Board now funds new media projects.
The briefings are an opportunity to explain the board's grant categories to
individuals and arts organisations at a free public information session. No
RSVP is required.

The Melbourne briefing will be on Tuesday 20 February, 6-8pm at

Asialink
Yasuko Hiraoka Myer Room
Level 1, Sidney Myer Asia Centre
Cnr of Swanston St & Monash Rd
The University of Melbourne Vic 3010

Job: 3D Character Animator - Iloura

Position Required: 3D Character Animator, Animalia (AUSTRALIAN LOCALS
ONLY)

Based in Melbourne, Australia, Digital Pictures Iloura is seeking to
fill a position in their animation team. A character animator is
required to work on the animated children's series, 'Animalia'.
Originally written and illustrated by Graeme Base, the book is being
made into 40 x half hour high end CG animated episodes with Iloura
undertaking animation only on 20 of the
episodes. This is a 43 week contract with an immediate start through
until December 2007.
Iloura is supplied with rigged models and 3D Layout/Pre-visualization
which will dictate lens information, camera placement, shot timing,
rough character movement and action. Iloura is not undertaking any
modeling, vfx animation, lighting, texturing, rendering or compositing.

This is character animation only.

Required Skills:
Applicants must have at least 2 years industry experience in 3D
character animation. They will be
responsible for creating performance and motion for characters and
objects based on the Director's previz, including lip-sync, body and
facial animation. Applicants must have a demonstrated understanding of
animation principles, weight, timing and posing as well as character
acting. They must demonstrate a proficiency in working with realistic
characters including humans, birds, reptiles, quadrupeds and a variety
of other models.
Applicants must be proficient in Maya or able to efficiently translate
an equal skill set in a comparable software package to Maya.

Other skills:
Applicants must have the ability to work as part of a team, and must be
able to work to production deadlines and under pressure. Previous
involvement in episodic television production is an advantage.
Applicants should be prepared to relocate to Melbourne for an immediate
start and be committed to the full term of the project, with a finish
date of December 7th 2007.

ONLY Australian locals considered for Animalia.

If you have relevant expertise please send details including a cover
letter, resume and demo reel to:
Iloura - Animalia
Attention: Octavia Schweitzer - Production Manager
1 Claremont Place
South Melbourne, Victoria, 3205
Australia
Ph: +61 (3) 9251 1833
www.iloura.com.au

Digital applications may be submitted by emailing:
octavias@iloura.com.au
Note: All reels submitted must show character (person or animal) acting
with lip-sync and include a breakdown sheet.

Job: Actionscript Pinball game - Melbourne

If you know your Flash Action scripting and if you reckon you know how a Pin
Ball machine works, I have a job for you.

My client is in need of someone that can build a Flash Pin Ball game. All
the art work and storyboarding has been done.

The task is to create a Pin Ball game that is relatively random, but can hit
certain spots within the game area that will bring up advertisers messages.
Should be something between 30 to 40 hours of work.

Just email denis@newmediapeople.com.au with your details. Naturally, if you
have done something similar and can show it, that would be a big help.

On another subject - thanks to everyone that responded with my request a few
weeks ago for a T.V panel show ident. Sorry I couldn't give the job to
everyone that sent me their details - there's some great work being done out
there.

Regards

Denis Masseni - Director
NEWMEDIA PEOPLE

McPhersons Building, The Basement
546 Collins St Melbourne, 3000
Victoria Australia
P 61 3 8610 8380
F 61 3 8610 8388
M 0418 583520
W newmediapeople.com.au

STILL/OPEN: ANAT MEDIA LAB 2007

Lab and online opportunity announced
ANAT’s Still/Open Media Lab 07 will focus on the practice and theory of open
source approaches in the fields of networked art, software development,
science, print and online publishing.

The lab will run throughout September as a series of workshops and forums in
three locations across Australia. Applications to participate in the lab
will be called for in June.

An opportunity exists to present artwork that embraces open source ideology
to be hosted by the Still/Open website. The Still/Open Website is being
developed to profile the program and participants. The project will have an
ongoing life as an open source community resource.

Submit your idea in no more than one typed page, including a short
description of the proposed work and brief biography of your own art
practice with links to previous online works if available. Your work will
need to be ready to go online with the launch of the website at the
beginning of June.

Applications should be emailed to sasha@anat.org.au by Friday 9th March or
posted to Open/Source Artworks, ANAT, PO Box 8029, Station Arcade, Adelaide
5000.

Please direct any queries to Kate Moskwa membership@anat.org.au or by phone
(08) 8231 9037.

CALL FOR ENTRIES TO TRIPLE J PIXEL FREAKS

http://www.abc.net.au/triplej/events/pixel_freaks.htm
Triple J Pixel Freaks

Entries by 23 February

Triple J invites people to make a 30-second visual representation of Triple
J for the Pixel Freaks competition. It can be live action, animation, CGI or
anything visual. It just has to say something about Triple J and it must
consist of 100% non-copyright visual material. Prizes are a state-of-the-art
17" laptop , a hi-def video camera and a mobile video phone.

SYDNEY FILM FESTIVAL CALLS FOR SUBMISSIONS

Sydney Film Festival Dendy Awards for Australian short films – National
http://www.sydneyfilmfestival.org/enter_your_film.html

Entries by 19 February. The Festival will be held in Sydney 8 -24 June.

Entries to the 54th Sydney Film Festival are open to productions that meet
the following criteria: completed since 1 January 2006; available for
exhibition on 35mm, Digital Betacam or Beta SP; international productions of
all lengths and Australian productions over 30 minutes must be New South
Wales premieres and Australian productions under 30 minutes in length must
be Sydney premieres.

Job: Short term contract Maya Modelers - Sydney

We require 2 experienced 3d modelers for around 4-5 months. Applicants
must be proficient in Maya and have at least 3 years professional
experience creating detailed models for film or TV. The work will be
modeling a variety of scenery for an animated project.

Lucy Markovich
Producer

lucy@collider.com.au

Suite 511, 19a Boundary St
Rushcutters Bay NSW 2011
Sydney, Australia

P. +61 2 9380 8911
F. +61 2 9380 7123
M. 0404 044 163

www.collider.com.au

Job: DVD Authoring / Video Editing - Melbourne

DVD author/Video Editor

Applications Close: Saturday 3 March, 2007
Location: Melbourne - VIC
Salary: $30,000 p/a

Key responsibilities include;
-Transferring & converting video formats
-Capturing video
-Editing footage; using Premiere Pro
-DVD encoding; using Cinema Craft Encoder
-Design and animation for DVD menus; using Adobe Photoshop & After Effects
-DVD authoring; using Adobe Encore
-Mastering DVD for replication to DDP
-Reviewing new titles, writing edit notes & movie summaries.

Formal qualifications required;
Qualifications in a DVD/video/multimedia related field (e.g. Advanced Diploma in Vision, Certificate in TV/Video Production)

Experience required;
At least one years experience in a DVD authoring, video editing or multimedia related field. Experience using Sony video production equipment for transferring and format changing; working on the PC using Adobe programs for editing and authoring, including; Premiere Pro, Photoshop CS, After Effects, and Encore; basic knowledge of encoding software Cinema Craft Encoder, Nero, Gear and Microsoft Word and Excel would also be advantageous.

To apply send your CV and cover letter to:

The Production Manager
amulcahy@calvista.com.au

Job: Final Cut Pro Editor / Cameraman - Camberwell Melbourne

Final Cut Pro Editor and Cameraperson

Applications Close: Tuesday 13 February, 2007
Website: www.vocam.com
Location: Camberwell - VIC
Salary: Negotiable

Vocam is the world leader in producing educational content for a global market. Our video production standards are unlike any other educational production and we pride ourselves on keeping content interesting and engaging. If filming stunts and fires excite you; then read on.

Based in Camberwell; you will be replacing a valuable team member who was moved onto bigger scale productions. We are looking to work with a professional; in a close team and is interacting with a broad range of freelancers. A proficiency in final cut pro and broadcast cameras is required. Of course attention to detail and understanding of the entire production process is a must.

Your communication skills, friendly and fun personality are what will set you apart for the rest. You should think creatively and possess a yearning to develop your skills in this varied role. If you think you have the personality and experience for the position; please include a cover letter, resume and show reel in your application and mail to:

Carlo Zeccola
Producer/Director
1192 Toorak Road
Camberwell VIC 3124
jobs@vocam.com

Job: Flash animator - Sydney

Muse recruitment is looking for Flash Developers to join a growing Digital Agency based in Darlinghurst.
These positions will expose the successful candidates to a multitude of international brands, major projects and disciplines. Permanent and contract positions are available


Roles requirements:

• Macromedia Flash Action Script (most 2.0 programming knowledge).
• Wire Framing and concept development from specifications
• Working knowledge of backend development (data bases, SQL statements, .aspx, .cfm, .php)
• Solid understanding for HTML, XML and CSS
• Understanding of interface design (photoshop, Illustrator)

If you are looking to work in a creative young and dynamic team then please forward your resume to: anne@muserecruitment.com

This is a superb opportunity not to be missed!

Job: 3D for TV - Sydney

This is affiliated through Animal Logic, and the job is actually for those crazy guys at the Chaser (war on everything, etc) - need I say anymore?!!



Broadcast Designer/3D Wiz Needed - Sydney

A highly unpopular TV comedy show needs a talented broadcast designer to help compensate for the inferior abilities of the so called 'writers'.

You need to be able to do flying 3D letters, and all that boring stuff, but what we really need is someone who can do quick but effective 3D character animation and composition, and anything else we can think of. With no time, and probably no sleep.

Weekly turn around, I am afraid...

Please send a DVD of your reel to:
P.O. Box 293
Darlinghurst NSW 1300
Australia

or save plastic, and email James at: james(at)chaser.com.au
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Jobs: Short term Maya contract Sydney + Character Animators QLD

Ideal for those looking for a brief stint in Sydney!

Muse Recruitment is currently looking for a Maya 3D artist (modelling, texturing and animation) to work on a short term contract in Sydney:
* Production experience in Maya and Mental Ray
* Proven ability in modeling, texturing and animation
* Excellent attention to detail
* Ability to work to deadlines
* Strong technical and visual skills
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to multi-task, prioritize and problem solve
* Skills in other areas such as compositing (After Effects) and motion tracking would be highly regarded


If you are interested, please contact Anne at anne@muserecruitment.com

I look forward to hearing from you!


**********


Muse Recruitment is currently looking for a number of Character Animators to be based in Queensland.

We are looking for
. One lead 3d character Animator
. Two senior character Animators
. A number of character animators with 1-3 years experience

The positions range from permanent contracts to short term contracts

Requirements:

. Experience creating, naturalistic 3d animation of a wide variety of characters including bipeds, quadrupeds, reptiles and birds as well as a diverse range of other characters.
. Experience with lip sync
. Expertly skilled at MAYA animation
. Able to use graph editors with ease
. Prior experience in roles such as traditional 2d animator or pre-viz animator is desirable but not critical.
. An ability to interpret previz animation and to quickly apply key poses to achieve final animation.
. Experience animating multiple characters in one scene using Maya.
. Ability to give your animated characters a voice and above all, a soul.

If you are interested in any of these positions please contact Anne at anne@muserecruitment.com

I look forward to hearing from you!

::::Job:::::: Teaching position 0.8

The position is basically a merged Matt and Chris teaching load. That means Video / Sound (production and post) as well as DVD and Aftereffects on one hand and Print Design i.e. Creative Suite esp. InDesign plus Pre-press on the other.
Full ad is on seek.com.au and the Swinburne Website. Deadline is Mid week next week!!!!!

Job: Motion Graphics for TV show - Melbourne

One of Australia’s leading advertising agencies specialising in the youth, lifestyle, entertainment and sporting markets is seeking an experienced Motion Graphics/After Effects guru to build the opening sequence for a forthcoming T.V panel show.

Should take a week or so commencing on or around February 8th. Should be a good foot in the door of an agency that could provide a regular stream of work.

Great brands by the way.

To apply contact denis@newmediapeople.com.au or call anytime on 03 8610 8380

Regards

Denis Masseni - Director

NEWMEDIA PEOPLE

McPhersons Building, The Basement

546 Collins St Melbourne, 3000

Victoria Australia

P 61 3 8610 8380

F 61 3 8610 8388

M 0418 583520

W newmediapeople.com.au

Job: Character Animators - Goldcoast

Positions: Character Animators
Photon VFX is currently seeking an the following Character Animators to join our Gold Coast facility. Come and join us in the sun:
• One lead 3d character Animator - commencing 29 Jan.
• Two senior character animation position available for an immediate start
• A number of character animators with 1-3 years experience - commencing mid Feb 2007 for short contracts

Required Technical and Artistic Skills
• Experience creating, naturalistic 3d animation of a wide variety of characters including bipeds, quadrupeds, reptiles and birds as well as a diverse range of other characters.
• Experience with lip sync
• Expertly skilled at MAYA animation
• Able to use graph editors with ease
• Prior experience in roles such as traditional 2d animator or pre-viz animator is desirable but not critical.
• An ability to interpret previz animation and to quickly apply key poses to achieve final animation.
• Experience animating multiple characters in one scene using Maya.
• Ability to give your animated characters a voice and above all, a soul.

Application Process
We would like to see previous examples of your work. Work that includes naturalistic animation with lip sync is ideal. Please send a brief cover letter referencing this position, together with your CV and demo reel* including a shot breakdown to:

Photon Services
HR Department
PO BOX 81
Oxenford, Qld 4210
Australia

Digital applications can be received by sending an email to hr@photonvfx.com.

*DVD’s and CD’s are preferable. Your details may be kept on a Photon VFX Personnel database for future reference. Please advise hr@photonvfx if you do not wish to have your details kept on record. Work cannot be returned.

For more information on Photon VFX please visit www.photonvfx.com.

Free screenings

The following anime films are screening FREE!! Saturday nights on the big screen over the next couple of months. Sure you may have seen a number on DVD already, but for the sheer thrill of watching something at Fed Square that's not sport you've gotsta be there.

There's also a bunch of great graduate films/animation screenings in Feb-March - check out http://www.fedsquare.com/index.cfm?pageID=19 for times.

3 Feb 2007
From 10pm, Akira (1987, 124min, rated M). Following directly after the 2nd Annual Freestyle @ Fed Square Hip Hop Jam. Greedy politicians, guerrilla activists, corrupt scientists, military despots, telekinetic humans and motorcycle gangs collide in a post-apocalyptic Neo-Tokyo, 2019. The one that started it all.

10 Feb 2007
From 10pm, New and retro anime TV series
From 11pm, Read or Die (2001, 90min, rated M). Literally. A young agent of the “Special Operations Division” of the British Library (the force behind the British Empire) must use her psychic power over paper to stop a plot to use the clones of major historical figures to destroy the world.

24 Feb 2007
From 11pm, Escaflowne (2000, 96min, rated M). Careful what you wish for. An unhappy schoolgirl’s wish to escape her dreary life is granted when she is suddenly transported to Gaia, a mystical world on the brink of war and destruction.
From 12:30pm, New and retro anime TV series

3 March 2007
From 10pm, New and retro anime TV series
From 11pm, Ghost in the Shell (1995, 85min, rated M). In 2029, a cybernetic officer with Tokyo’s Section 9 security force has to struggle with both sophisticated criminals capable of hacking human minds, and the very nature of her existence.

10 March 2007
From 10pm, New and retro anime TV series
From 11pm, Appleseed: The Movie (2004, 103min, rated M). In a post WWIII world, a seemingly idyllic society has formed in the city of Olympus, but for former soldier and new arrival Deunan, the cracks are beginning to show.

31 March 2007
From 10pm, New and retro anime TV series
From 11pm, Godzilla: Final Wars (2004, 125min, rated M). When ten monsters begin attacking major cities around the word, the Earth Defence Force must decide whether to trust in an alien race that promises peace, or in the ancient power of the mightiest monster of them all, Godzilla!


A showcase of some of Australia’s finest new photography, design, fashion, animation, film, and visual art graduates from universities and institutions around the country on the big screen and the atrium screen weeknights 29 January – 11 March.

There will be special screenings of animation films at 7:30pm and experimental film and video art at 9:30pm on the following bolded dates*:
http://www.fedsquare.com/index.cfm?pageID=19&viewDate=2007-1-1&eventID=579