Character Simulation, Technical Director
Blue Sky Studios
Greenwich, CTThis was removed by the employer on 10/18/2017 3:04:00 PM PST
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Character Simulation, Technical Director (Blue Sky Studios)
Cloth TDs bring clothing and dynamic props to life using simulations and other related tools. They work closely with modelers, riggers and animators to keep our characters both modest and dynamic. They also work with developers to design and test the tools required to keep work flows efficient and quality high under tight deadline pressures.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
• Cloth TDs must work with modelers to design functional garments that meet the aesthetic needs of the film and technical needs of the software. They assign physical properties to the cloth and work with Character TDs to create non-physical controls so they can be animated in an appealing, predictable and efficient way. They also work closely with animators to achieves the desired performances in shots where the garments appears. They then will be responsible for the final delivery and support of the asset to the show.
Qualifications:
• Experience working with some type of dynamic simulations (cloth, particle or fluid)
• Strong problem solving skills both visual and technical
• Able to collaborate professionally with colleges
• Proficiency in scripting, preferably for Maya using MEL or Python is a plus
• Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:
The
above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level
of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is
not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated
with it. Blue Sky Studio management reserves the right to amend and
change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.
We
are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected
veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.