At 22DOGS, we are passionate about creating world‑class visual effects and fostering a collaborative, creative environment. We bring together top‑tier talent and innovative workflows to deliver exceptional results across film, television, and advertising.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Mocha Matchmove / 2D Tracking Artist with advanced experience in PowerMesh, specifically focused on cloth and other deforming surfaces under challenging conditions. This role is critical in supporting complex shots and requires a strong technical eye, patience for problem‑solving, and the ability to validate work through downstream workflows.
You will work closely with the Compositing and VFX teams, ensuring tracks are accurate, stable, and production‑ready for demanding sequences involving heavy deformation, fast motion, occlusions, motion blur, and difficult lighting.
Key Responsibilities
* Create advanced PowerMesh tracks for cloth and other deforming objects
* Handle complex tracking scenarios, including fast movement, motion blur, occlusions, and changing topology
* Build and manage auto‑roto and roto masks to support accurate tracking
* Use NukeX to test and validate tracking solutions
* Set up projection workflows in Nuke to assess track quality and stability
* Deliver clean, stable tracks suitable for downstream compositing
* Troubleshoot and refine difficult shots to meet production standards
* Communicate clearly with Compositing and VFX Supervisors when required
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Expert‑level knowledge of Mocha Pro, including PowerMesh
* Proven experience tracking cloth and organic deformation
* Strong proficiency in creating and managing auto‑roto / roto masks
* Solid understanding of matchmove and tracking principles
* Working proficiency in NukeX, including projection setups for testing
* High attention to detail and consistency
* Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
* Experience in high‑end film, episodic, or commercial VFX
* Strong understanding of compositing workflows and pipelines
* Experience working with HDR plates, heavy grain, or inconsistent source material
Why Join Us?
At 22DOGS, you’ll be part of an international VFX studio where technical excellence and creativity go hand in hand. We value collaboration, precision, and continuous learning, offering you the opportunity to contribute to challenging, high‑end work within a supportive production environment.
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about high‑level tracking and ready to work on demanding VFX shots, please fill in our online application form.
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