Technical Director, FX

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Simulate natural phenomena by applying direct and procedural animation techniques to create a variety of effects
• Shade, render, and composite effects elements
• Use proprietary tools to implement solutions
• Create and communicate animation timing for effects
• Work with production team to create the desired look for the effect
• Work in a team environment to determine various design and technical solutions
• Coordinate with other team members on integrating and optimizing the effects process with the balance of the production pipeline

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in film or television effects production
• Degree in Computer Science, Visual Effects or a related area
• Thorough knowledge of both 2D and 3D computer graphics techniques
• Working knowledge of Houdini required
• Shading and scripting experience required

PREFERRED SKILLS:
• Compositing experience a plus
• UNIX/LINUX operating system experience a plus
• C/C++ programming experience a plus

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d88o96-18-191-228-88-42 in your application.