Description
FX Technical Directors are responsible for generating FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, particle and fluid systems for feature film visual effects. Responsibilities also include the lighting, rendering and basic compositing of those FX elements.
Responsibilities:
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Designs and creates FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, and particle and fluid systems.
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Lights and renders FX elements and creates basic composite to demonstrate the usability of the elements.
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Advanced simulation experience with Houdini, Maya, XSI, 3DS Max or other software, and ability to write expressions or authoring of shaders are required.
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Linux and scripting ability in Python preferred, and experience in MEL highly desired
Education / Experience:
· Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in Computer Science, computer visualization, or computer animation required.
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Minimum 3-4 years of work experience required in visual effects, particularly fluid and water sims.
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Feature film experience required
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Demo reel demonstrating artistic and technical ability is required for this role.
Required Skills / Competencies:
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Good communication skills are required.
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Proficiency with Linux is required.
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Expertise with Houdini, Maya and/or other high-end animation software is required.
Preferred Skills / Competencies:
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Experience
with Python, mel, or other scripting languages is desirable.
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Good grasp of artistic, aesthetic and lighting sensibilities.
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Good eye in terms of speed, scale, dynamics, color, composition.
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Strong initiative in following up on task assignments
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Extra artistic interests would be welcome (photography, video,
painting, sculpting or any creative activity)