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• Track and resolve the most complex technical issues within Previs in partnership with Lead TDs, Supervising TDs, and R&D.
• Work closely with other TDs within Previs to drive the technical success of key development initiatives.
• Ensure that technology, tools, and procedures within the Previs Craft Group support the creative process.
• Provide solutions to visual problems through existing tools or by leading the implementation of new tools.
• Take responsibility for the troubleshooting and optimization of Previs tools, software, and workflows.
• Actively drive the QA, technical testing, and validation of new technology, tool releases, or pipeline changes, ensuring artist workflow is not impacted.
• Understand the processes of adjoining departments and provide input where required to maximize pipeline efficiency and quality.
• Actively participate in brainstorming and problem-solving, contributing technical expertise and insight to create and maintain technology w...Bidding & Scheduling Responsibilities:
• Be aware of the deadlines for own development initiatives (both show-based and facility) and actively engage in keeping these on track.
• Continuously monitor the scope of the most technically challenging development initiatives within the Previs department and help to ensure scope adjustments have additional estimates, etc.
• Prioritize and break down technical projects into organized parts.
• Work with the Supervising TD to prepare estimates and pitches as required....deas, project status, problems, requirements, rollout plans, etc.
• Able to communicate with Program Managers to contribute to the scheduling and planning of complex technology initiatives.
• Able to discuss complex issues with Senior Software Engineers, developers, and supervisors.
• Able to present to small teams (tool demos, Show Contract process, Support Dashboards, etc.).
• Good written communication skills for specs, tickets, status updates, etc
What You'll Need:
• Relevant education in software engineering and/or film creation process.
• 5+ years of proven pipeline TD experience in large-scale animated features, animated TV series, and/or VFX feature films.
• Proven technical achievements within feature animation or VFX.
• An understanding of traditional techniques appropriate to the Previs craft group.
• Comprehensive experience using and troubleshooting in relevant software such as Blender, Maya, and other DCCs used in the Previs domain.
• C...A strong understanding of USD and its general concepts.
• Knowledge of Flow Production Tracking (ShotGrid).
• Knowledge of code management software such as git and GitHub and code review processes.
• Knowledge of software development practices such as Agile and how to apply them in software such as Jira.
• Degree in Animation, Film, Computer Science, Design, Engineering, Math, or Physics, or equivalent combination of education and work experience in animation/VFX
This role is based in Vancouver, British Columbia....Hybrid Role (Minimum of 3 days a week in the office).