Masonry Studios

Masonry Studios Masonry Studios is a 3D Animation and Motion Design studio based in Singapore. We communicate and ma
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All of us at Masonry Studios share a sincere dedication to tell stories in the best way possible. We get excited over great ideas and more importantly the challenges ahead in creating, listening, and problem-solving to visually communicate these ideas. We work towards our clients’ goals while respecting the creative development of our artists, developing forward-looking and fulfilling relationships.

Strangely, it hasn't dawned on us to post pictures of our office before. Since we moved into this new premise, we've hos...
07/06/2024

Strangely, it hasn't dawned on us to post pictures of our office before. Since we moved into this new premise, we've hosted guest industry veterans, interns and some of my students for visits, sharing sessions, and year-end parties. Many of them pointed out that we have a comfy space.

So here are some pictures for the record!

1. Open concept 3D/CGI production floor
2. Audio Room
3. Staff Lounge
4. VFX Shoot / Motion Capture / RND Room

Job Title:Motion Design Video EditorCompany Overview:Masonry Studios is a CGI Creative Studio. We specialize in high-end...
07/12/2023

Job Title:
Motion Design Video Editor

Company Overview:
Masonry Studios is a CGI Creative Studio. We specialize in high-end CGI Motion Design and VFX for brands and agencies. Our goal is to work with great people to create beautiful work.

Job Description:
As a Motion Design Video Editor, your key responsibility is to aid the storytelling through the editing of our CGI/VFX advertisements.
You’ll largely be editing CGI/Animation material, towards a refined Motion Design piece, where there’s a significant emphasis on nuanced pacing, timing, and flow.
You will be in charge of editing mood reels, tightening edits, managing multiple format adaptations, and contributing to creative discussions especially when it pertains to the edit.

Qualifications:
Minimally a relevant 3-year diploma in art, design, or film is required.

Skills and Competencies:
Proficient in Davinci Resolve and Premiere Pro.
Communication skills to highlight possibilities or difficulties with regard to the edit.
Understands color management, particularly ACES.
Extensive visual library across a variety of CGI/Motion Design ads, Films, Music Videos etc.
Familiar with neighbouring post-production disciplines such as sound design and color grading.
Bonus: Familiarity with image sequences and CGI/Animation workflows.
Bonus: Knowledge of using scripts/variables for semi-automation for exports.
Bonus: Ability to create text and HUD motion design.

Location:
Masonry Studios, Singapore

Type of Employment:
Full-time

Eligibility:
Singaporeans and PRs only

Application Process:
Email showreel to [email protected] titled “I’m the Motion Design Video Editor you’re looking for”

Deadline:
22 December 2023

Contact Information:
Reach out to Ronald at 97977124, if you’ve any questions.

Company Culture:
We’re a bunch of creative individuals who love to continuously reinvent ourselves with the latest technology, exploring fresh approaches to good ol’ visual storytelling. Also, we believe in the magic of regular hours.

Looking forward to receiving your applications!

16/08/2023

✨🌈Let's ACE the ACES workflow! If you're working with VFX, then your colorist would appreciate it if you can give them back the CGI as if it was shot from the camera, in the same colorspace, so they can do a simple swap on their end! And if they are a proper colorist on a VFX project, they would be working in ACES, for sure.⁠

🎥In this post, we explain the general ACES VFX workflow from plating the footage into image sequences and placing your CGI elements into your shot. This is for a Nuke/Resolve, and there's great news for non-nuke users...⁠

🌟Most recently (finally!) After Effects supports ACES color management. It's a significant gesture in the right direction, and we can expect to see the same in Premiere... soon?⁠

Also wrote a blog article on our blog here: https://masonry-studios.com/aces-workflow-for-vfx-production-acescg/

Or, link in bio!⁠



31/07/2023

You got the client to say "I do", now it's time to keep the romance alive. 🔥

So, you've got yourself a partnership, congrats! But here's the thing, it's not just about making it official. You need to put in the effort to keep the spark alive, otherwise, things can go sour pretty quickly. Think of it like a relationship - communication is key!

Keep your clients in the loop with regular project updates, make sure expectations are aligned, and show them some love by empathising with their needs. It all boils down to keeping the conversation going and making sure everyone is on the same page. 🤗

👉️Swipe to learn how you can avoid a breakup with your client partners.

📑Read on to learn how to avoid breaking the partnership approach 🔗Link in bio: https://masonry-studios.com/how-to-avoid-breaking-the-partnership-approach

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05/06/2023

Problems can sometimes be a pain to deal with. But are they really all that bad?⁠

Undeniably, when our clients come to us with a concern or a problem, our brains can go into overdrive, imagining the worst-case scenarios that could surface. It's easy to get caught up in the frenzy and start panicking about the potential impact on our production process. *sigh* We feel ya. 😔⁠

Yes, problems can be terrifying, but not taking advantage of them to grow creatively is the real issue. So, let's stop seeing problems as scary monsters under the bed and start seeing them as exciting challenges that we're more than capable of handling! :) ⁠

👉️Watch to find out how problems can be your best friend to push your projects forward⁠!

📑Read on to learn how to manage problems for creative projects 🔗Link in bio: https://masonry-studios.com/managing-problems

Graphics by: Loy Qian Ling instagram.com/odddough/

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08/05/2023

Are you a creative unicorn or just another donkey in the field of aspiring artists? It's time to find out!🧐⁠

If we aren’t careful enough, we can be easily swayed by groundless rumors and the gloomy outlook of the animation industry. This is why it is important to understand and differentiate the industry’s demands and requirements. By doing so, you can be more confident in your education and career as a creative, knowing what to prepare for! ⁠

👉️Keep watching to get a head start on what to expect in the animation industry!⁠

📑Read on to find out more about the Animation Industry in Singapore 🔗Link in bio: https://masonry-studios.com/guide-to-the-singapore-animation-industry



24/04/2023

Should you bend over backward to please clients, or should you stand your ground to meet project demands?😯⁠

As part of our work on creative projects for our clients, we receive input from them on what they need or want. While that is important, we must not get carried away with "wants" and focus on the needs of the project. By asking the right questions, we help to align all parties and make sure we all understand what the project needs. It's a critical step in delivering a successful project and keeping everyone satisfied. 😊⁠

👉️Which should we prioritize more, clients’ wants or project needs? Watch to find out!⁠

📑Read on to find out more about the needs and wants in 3D Animation and VFX 🔗Link in bio: https://masonry-studios.com/needs-and-wants-in-3d-animation-and-vfx/⁠

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During our visit to CafeVFX, we found kindred spirits in a team of highly skilled artists dedicated to delivering outsta...
03/04/2023

During our visit to CafeVFX, we found kindred spirits in a team of highly skilled artists dedicated to delivering outstanding work for advertising agencies.

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And get this, our project tracking tools are so similar it's almost scary. Our tools are so similar, we joked about teaming up and maybe making some magic together. Now, we're actively look for such opportunities!

Speaking of magic, Japan is all about co-producing ads and music videos with different studios and production houses as their projects often require mixed media styles.

We think Singapore could benefit from more of that collaborative spirit. So on that note, if you're in the area and you'd like to create something cool together, give us a shout!

💌 DM or email [email protected]

We swung by Onesal and met the man himself, Nahuel, who turned out to be just as cool as his studio's work. It was reass...
27/03/2023

We swung by Onesal and met the man himself, Nahuel, who turned out to be just as cool as his studio's work. It was reassuring to learn that even the most reputable creative studios encounter comparable challenges. We had a great chat in their beautifully minimal office, tucked away in a unique neighborhood.

It was a reminder that real connections and authentic conversations are what make creative entrepreneurship work, just like the one we had with Nahuel. We're taking that lesson with us as we aim to diversify our portfolio this year.

Swipe to the end to see our fanboy moment and accidental video wefie. Pardon us. 😂






27/03/2023

The time and effort you spent on a project do not equate to the value of your creative services. "Wait whutttt?" 🤔⁠

Working hard to produce and create is noteworthy, but the value of our creative services is not tied to how much effort we put into a project. Rather, it is our ability to identify and solve problems for our clients.

👉️Swipe to understand why your value is not determined by you.

📑Read on to find out how to identify and determine your value as a creative! 🔗Link in bio: https://masonry-studios.com/know-your-value-as-a-creative/



20/03/2023

✏️“Real artists don’t talk Money. We talk Craft!”⁠

It’s graduation year at art school. Classmates believe that focusing solely on their craft will lead to success, and the money will follow. Is that true?⁠

Well, creative work is only sustainable if we grasp its true value, and engage in open and honest discussions about monetary compensation. Comment if you agree/disagree!⁠

📑Read on to find out more about understanding your value as a creative! 🔗Link in bio: https://masonry-studios.com/know-your-value-as-a-creative/⁠



Enjoyed reviewing work at a recent portfolio review session for NYP's Animation and Visual Effects course, helping the n...
13/03/2023

Enjoyed reviewing work at a recent portfolio review session for NYP's Animation and Visual Effects course, helping the next generation of 3D animators and designers understand their value and how to position themselves for the job market.

The potential in their work is impressive, and it's rewarding to see them realize how to make this their career. Stay healthy and keep pushing!

Also, I'm just thinking should organize a portfolio review session too! Yay, nay?

10/03/2023

Give it up for GIFssssss! Our characters embody our positive attitude towards our clients and the win-win situations we strive for. They remind us to keep that positivity in our daily conversations and social media.⁠

That's why we manage our own GIPHY account, creating animated GIFs that have garnered over 81.4 million GIF views!⁠

A full behind-the-scenes Behance project can be found here: https://www.behance.net/gallery/161030507/A-True-Storey-A-Creative-Manifesto⁠⁠
🔗 Link in bio!⁠
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☝️ Follow to stay up-to-date with our film and lil' shares about our creative process and hurdles we overcome - welcome to our world of organized mess. 🥶⁠

03/03/2023

A Look into our Lookdev! We grounded our film in a stop-motion world, and to stay true to its aesthetics, we represented dust clouds with cotton balls, and construction cranes with ice-cream stick models!⁠

The hand-modeled nature of clay stop-motion brings us back to our imaginative childhood, and highlights the handmade nature of our craft.⁠

Can you spot other "stop-motion" design decisions we made?⁠

A full behind-the-scenes Behance project can be found here: https://www.behance.net/gallery/161030507/A-True-Storey-A-Creative-Manifesto⁠⁠
🔗 Link in bio!⁠
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☝️ Follow to stay up-to-date with our film and lil' shares about our creative process and hurdles we overcome - welcome to our world of organized mess. 🥶⁠

Personality in Pencil, Character in Clay! The full cast, swipe long!⁠⁠-----⁠☝️ Follow  to stay up-to-date with our film ...
24/02/2023

Personality in Pencil, Character in Clay! The full cast, swipe long!
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☝️ Follow to stay up-to-date with our film and lil' shares about our creative process and hurdles we overcome - welcome to our world of organized mess. 🥶⁠

24/02/2023

Personality in Pencil, Character in Clay! A mini-BTS/making of series for "A True Storey".⁠

To illustrate the creative process in our story, we designed our characters based on the main functions of a typical 3D Animation team. It includes a Motion Designer, Character Animator, 3D Modeler, Texture/Surfacing Artist, etc. ⁠

Can you guess their roles through their design?⁠

A full behind-the-scenes Behance project can be found here: https://www.behance.net/gallery/161030507/A-True-Storey-A-Creative-Manifesto⁠⁠
🔗 Link in bio!⁠

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👉️Swipe to see our characters in their photoshoot!⁠

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☝️ Follow to stay up-to-date with our film and lil' shares about our creative process and hurdles we overcome - welcome to our world of organized mess. 🥶⁠

We've prepared an extensive breakdown of our animated short film - A True Storey on Behance! If reading up on creative i...
13/01/2023

We've prepared an extensive breakdown of our animated short film - A True Storey on Behance! If reading up on creative insights is your thing, you'll enjoy it!

https://www.behance.net/gallery/161030507/A-True-Storey-A-Creative-Manifesto

A satirical film that celebrates the process of creative work through characters that represent distinctive parts of a typical animation production.While we're largely speaking from our own experience, we realize from speaking to creatives from all arou…

We work with video production studios who pay a lot of attention to getting as much detail as possible in their footage ...
02/09/2022

We work with video production studios who pay a lot of attention to getting as much detail as possible in their footage for post-production flexibility. So we want to keep all that data intact when we deliver back our VFX work.

That's why we always work on RAW for all VFX productions; A minor upfront inconvenience that provides unparalleled future flexibility.

Learn why it's always worth working on the RAW Log footage instead of the graded footage in a professional VFX environment.

📣 Masonry Studios is hiring!Motion Fx Designer- Creates beautiful movements and images using Houdini and Nuke to address...
13/06/2022

📣 Masonry Studios is hiring!

Motion Fx Designer

- Creates beautiful movements and images using Houdini and Nuke to address the creative needs of the shots, scenes and projects.
- Able to RND custom motion effects procedurally using algorithms and simulation solvers.
- Sensitive to product interaction with VFX and scene scale
- Demonstrates in showreel the ability to take creative license, deviate from realism, to arrive at aesthetically pleasing results.
- Able to balance accuracy, aesthetics and realism of timing and scale.
- Demonstrates versatility in variety of visual effects in showreel.
- Familiar with small-scale simulations for consumer products.

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Send showreel to [email protected] with the subject “I’m the Motion FX designer you’re looking for”.

📣 Masonry Studios is hiring!3D Generalist (Lighting and Rendering)- Lights and renders to fulfill the creative needs of ...
13/06/2022

📣 Masonry Studios is hiring!

3D Generalist (Lighting and Rendering)

- Lights and renders to fulfill the creative needs of shots, scenes, and projects.
- Demonstrates strong understanding of cinematography and materials in showreel
- Sensitive to product form and material, and scene scale
- Able to balance accuracy, aesthetics and realism.
- Demonstrates versatility in multiple art directions in showreel.
-- Bright, stylized and caricatured lighting
-- Realistic and mood lighting
- Experience in node-based compositing and/or render management is a plus

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Send showreel to [email protected] with the subject “I’m the lighting 3D Generalist you’re looking for”.


📣 Masonry Studios is hiring!3D Generalist (Animation)- Animate the camera, products and characters to address the creati...
13/06/2022

📣 Masonry Studios is hiring!

3D Generalist (Animation)

- Animate the camera, products and characters to address the creative needs of shots, scenes and projects.
- Demonstrates strong understanding of the camera, its movement and lenses.
- Demonstrates strong understanding of acting and physicality of characters.
- Demonstrates versatility in multiple animation languages in showreel.
-- Stylized and exaggerated timing and poses
-- Realistic and grounded movements

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Send showreel to [email protected] with the subject “I’m the animation 3D Generalist you’re looking for”.

📣 Masonry Studios is hiring!3D Generalist (Asset Creation)- Source, Repurpose and Create suitable 3D assets for 3D proje...
13/06/2022

📣 Masonry Studios is hiring!

3D Generalist (Asset Creation)

- Source, Repurpose and Create suitable 3D assets for 3D projects.
- Understands the creative needs of shots, scenes, and projects.
- Set dress a scene in a given art direction.
- Able to execute topological and UV fixes quickly.
- Sensitive to product form and material, and scene scale
- Able to balance accuracy, aesthetics and realism.
- Demonstrates versatility in multiple art directions in showreel.

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Send showreel to [email protected] with the subject “I’m the asset 3D Generalist you’re looking for”.


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Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 18:00
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