Digital / Multimedia Artist $55k + DOE

Argonaut Media Group (argonautmg.com) is a film and tech forward company. Our Vision is to create in-house movies , content, and campaigns that mindf*ck (psychedelic/higher dimension/out of this world) people and leave them feeling nostalgic euphoria. This is a work from office - work from home position. Specific Functions/Activities Summary: -Ideal candidates have an appetite for creative execution and are forward thinking and technologically inclined -Understanding of Brand Identity, Graphic Design, Animation, Film Production, Illustration, Photography, Brand Strategy, Interactive & Web- Advertising campaigns a PLUS -Interest in being a part of ambitious, innovative projects requiring collaboration and teamwork -Working closely with leadership in creative development, pre-production, post-production, and playback, this position is ideal for good communicators with a positive attitude and creative problem solving Qualifications: -Proficiency equivalent to 8+ years of experience working as Graphic design / mograph artist / 2D/3D animator and expertise in typography. -Ability to think and design from concept to finish independently -Strong understanding of design principles and color theory -Can lead and collaborate within a team of artists -Strong time management skills -Proficient in Photoshop -Proficient in Wordpress -Ability to understand, interpret and implement highly stylized art direction -Strong technical skills toward achieving an art-directable aesthetic -Knowledge of materials and procedural geometry -Proficiency in texturing and digital painting -Physically-based rendering experience -Maya experience -Linux experience -Understanding the production pipeline -Shader-writing and scripting knowledge is beneficial -Knowledge of Maya and/or ZBrush is a plus -Previous work experience in VR or spherical projects desired -Adobe CC and C4D expertise desired, with adaptability across other potential software such as Houdini, Z-Brush, Blender, Resolve/Fusion, and other 2D or 3D digital content creation tools -Experience working as a graphic designer and animator within high-end VFX pipelines for commercials, Film, or TV a plus -Positive attitude and proven track record in creative problem solving with expressed interest in new technology and processes.