Tech Director, Creative Services

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Create new shots in the CS prod, perform camera layout work, run cloth and hair simulation tasks when needed, create and fine-tune lighting, recreate FX from production shots, render high-resolution images (adjust displacement as needed), composite in Nuke, paint work in Photoshop
• Perform miscellaneous TD tasks for print, online, advertising, promotions, and other corporate marketing initiatives
• Manage tools version settings as simultaneous projects necessitate moving from one film unit environment to another during normal work
• Render and adjust film frames using Katana, as well as retouch/paint in Photoshop
• Present imagery in reviews with production leads and directors and liaise with Disney partners
• Work with production departments as needed (modeling, layout, shading, simulation, animation, FX) to finesse assets for shot setup and lighting adjustments
• Work with Rendering to optimize shot work
• Deliver final images for feature films, often prior to the completion of the production, managing multiple projects simultaneously

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
• Two to three years of technical director experience; recent college graduates with exceptional skills may be considered
• Strong technical skills in the tools used for CG film production; layout, 3D lighting, rendering, compositing, simulation, FX, and ability to debug technical issues
• Fluency with Linux operating system
• Experience with Global Illumination and physically accurate lighting
• Working knowledge of Katana (preferred) or another 3D lighting software
• Working knowledge of Nuke (preferred) or another node-base compositing software
• Excellent artistic eye for color, composition, layout, and lighting
• Strong knowledge of Macintosh platform
• Mid-level to advanced Photoshop skills
• Must possess ability to work well under pressure, manage multiple projects, and produce high-quality work under tight deadlines
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills
• Adept at working both independently and collaboratively
• Open to direction and adaptable to change

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-reoew8-18-222-10-9-42 in your application.