Pipeline - Show TD
Method Studios
Vancouver, BCThis was removed by the employer on 4/13/2018 9:48:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
Description
Method Studios is currently in search of a Technical Director. The focus of this role is in the VFX live-action pipeline.
Responsibilities
• Support and enhance existing in-house tools and frameworks.
• Develop tools using third party and open-source software.
• Extend and integrate asset tracking frameworks and artist tools.
• Communicate with show supervisors regarding show requests.
• Develop a complete understanding of artist workflows.
• Provide guidance and support to ATDs.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude.
Qualifications
• Strong knowledge of Python.
• Strong knowledge of Linux and shell scripting.
• Good Experience with Maya and Nuke APIs.
• Good understanding of VFX colour workflows.
• Ability to problem solve unsupervised and recommend technical solutions.
• Ability to learn new technologies as required.
• Willingness to learn existing in-house frameworks
• Positive can-do attitude and an ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
Absolute requisite is:
• At least 5 years industry experience in a similar role.
• Undergraduate degree/diploma in a related technology discipline.
In addition, experience of any of the following is highly desirable:
• VFX Post Production for Feature Films - processes, techniques, technologies and software.
• Supporting and developing tools for:
• Asset tracking
• Character/crowd pipeline
• QuickTime generation
• Familiarity with the APIs and use of:
• Houdini
• RV
• Alembic
• Qube
• Shotgun
• Arnold, V-Ray
• Programming experience in C
• Familiarity with developing on OS X platform
• SQL and NoSQL databases