Senior Technical Assistant

Job Description

*We are hiring at all levels for this discipline*

The youngest of all of the ILM studios, the Mumbai studio leverages the expertise and technological know-how developed over 40 years at Industrial Light & Magic combined with the top artists and technicians in the region. Knowledge and culture flow freely between the company's five studios and the global team shares tools and workflow allowing for seamless partnership on all projects.

As we grow ILM Mumbai, we are seeking a Senior Technical Assistant(TA) overseeing all incoming and outgoing media to and from clients as well as outsourced vendors. The TAs track and manage all digital information through the CG pipeline. They serve as the liaison for digital resources and data pipeline information between Production, CG Supervisors, Artists, and Technical Support Staff. Senior TAs have an overall knowledge of the I/O, render, and data workflows on the portfolio of shows and can advise on solutions to pipeline-related issues.

What You'll Do
Manage, track, and review all work sent out to and received by third party partners and shows, and communicate any information to appropriate parties as it relates to this process
Load all incoming scans and digital deliveries from an outside post facility and on-set artists and supervisors
Oversee the output of all hi-res images for digital delivery to clients
Communicate and work with Show Supervisors as needed when issues arise that impact multiple shots being sent to or from external vendors
Gain knowledge of how assets integrate and are used when returned or sent to a vendor
Consult with other departments on development of tools and be prepared to help modify scripts to help facilitate workflow
Use proprietary tools to convert files and apply look up tables
Ensure that files are converted and loaded properly by consulting with Color Science team
Package up and QC assets as requested by clients
Unpack and integrate deliverables back into the ILM pipeline
Interact with Show Supervisors, Production Engineering, and CG Artists as needed to ensure smooth flow of data in and out of the studio
Transcode file formats and monitor file transfers to and from various sources
Assist with distribution, debugging, and processing of work coming back
Work closely with Production Assistant/Coordinator in charge of communicating with External Vendors
Ensure images or assets are maintained within ILM's current security standards
Notify management of any security breaches or misuse of company or client assets
Communicate directly with third-party partners when needed. Communication is preferably handled through the shows' Production
Document and disseminate current operating procedures
Report equipment or system failures to the engineering staff in a timely manner
Learn and work within ILM coding standards and provide proper documentation for any tools created
Provide training and assistance to new coworkers on toolsets and workflows

What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Film Production, or equivalent degree
3 + years relevant work experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively interact with diverse personalities
Familiarity with film and video post-production and/or computer graphics techniques highly desired
Strong time management skills; Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Aesthetic eye and/or artistic background highly desired
Proven ability to work autonomously and in team settings
Highly motivated
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to adapt to a high pressure, fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ability to work shift hours as required
High technical quality control
A strong work ethic with dedicated and high customer service
Proven competency with Mac, Linux, & Windows operating systems
Strong scripting language (e.g. Python, Perl) and programming language (e.g. C/C++, Java) is a must
Knowledge of, and experience with, 3D animation software (e.g. Maya) highly desired
Database knowledge preferred (e.g. Oracle, Redis, MongoDB, Cassandra)
Knowledge of networking, tape backup systems, hardware a plus
Experience with Maya, Katana and Nuke a plus
VFX, Feature Animation, or Episodic production experience a plus

Join ILM

Note: The title and level will be determined commensurate to experience.

This position is with UTV Software Communications Private Ltd, which is part of a business we call Industrial Light & Magic.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gxxeoz-3-149-234-141-42 in your application.