Associate Technical Director

This is a Full Time Job

Associate Technical Director (ATD)

658 Homer Street., Suite 405, Vancouver, BC, V6B 2R4

Project based, Full Time

Language in work environment - English

Sony Imageworks Vancouver is seeking an Assistant Technical Director (ATD)!

Reporting to the VFX and CG Supervisors, the Associate Technical Director (ATD) supports the development and maintenance of the studio’s compositing and 2D pipeline.

This role focuses on building and supporting artist-facing tools and workflows for production. You will work closely with compositors, supervisors, and pipeline teams to troubleshoot issues, improve workflows, and help ensure reliable technical support for final image development.

This is a collaborative and service-oriented role suited for someone who enjoys solving problems, supporting artists, and improving production workflows.

Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain Python tools, Nuke gizmos, and workflow utilities.
• Support compositing workflows and troubleshoot production issues in Nuke.
• Create, test, document, and release production tools and templates.
• Work within the studio’s proprietary pipeline and asset management systems.
• Identify workflow inefficiencies and help improve pipeline processes.
• Assist with documentation and training materials for artists and new hires.

Required Skills
Technical
• Experience with Python and Nuke scripting.
• Familiarity with Linux environments and shell scripting.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git or SVN.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

Collaboration
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to support artists in a production environment.
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities.

Nice-to-Have Experience
• BlinkScript, Qt/PySide, TCL, Lua, or C++.
• Experience with Maya, Katana, Houdini, or other DCC applications.
• Familiarity with renderers such as Arnold, RenderMan, or V-Ray.
• Experience with Docker, asset management systems, or pipeline workflows.
• Background in compositing, lighting, or other VFX disciplines.

What We Value
• Curiosity and willingness to learn.
• Initiative and ownership.
• Openness to feedback and collaboration.
• Passion for improving artist workflows and production tools.

Please note that you must be able to provide a demo reel that illustrates your relevant artistic and technical experience that also includes the nuances for this specific role.

*Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.