Description
VFX Production Supervisor
This role involves working directly with the Gentle Giant Studios
(GGS) Executive Producer and COO/CFO in the support of digital content creation
that will be optimized across several entertainment mediums, to include, but
not limited to, Major Motion Picture, Broadcast/Streaming Visual Effects, Gaming,
AR/VR, 3D Printing. As well as various production departments, e.g., Art
Department, Makeup, Wardrobe, Special Effects, etc. Position is based in
Burbank, CA.
Only apply if you are willing to work long production hours,
including nights and weekends.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Senior level of proficiency with capturing 3D data via a variety of methods,
e.g., Photogrammetry Array Scanning, Hand-held Photogrammetry, Prop Scanning
& LiDAR scanning.
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Required to set up and operate 3-D scanning
equipment on location and/or in-studio to capture client-specific data.
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Manage the GGS Team in the field in concert
with the GGS Executive Producer.
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Always maintain highly professional standards
of operation and communication.
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Texture photography, hand-held Photogrammetry
with DSLR.
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Experience shooting HDR texture maps.
Senior level of proficiency with data processing using various
software packages and methods to ensure accurate representation of the scanned
assets, e.g., Geomagic, Reality Capture, Agisoft PhotoScan, Scene, Photoshop,
Lightroom, etc.
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Data delivery must be made on time and in
accordance with the client’s delivery specifications.
Senior level of 3D artistry, to include digital sculpting and/or
3D Modeling/Retopology.
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Well versed in human anatomy, organic and hard
surface modeling in Zbrush and Maya.
Senior level of proficiency with asset management workflow,
including daily data uploads to clients and problem solving. Supervise
technology-based maintenance issues, record keeping of hardware/software and
digital assets.
Supervise and manage the internal pipeline workflow with the scan
techs and artists. Maintain the GGS high bar of excellence demanded with the
data capture through to asset deliverables. Strong leadership attention to
details and communications with the GGS team players and GGS executives.
Lead role setting realistic goals and meeting project timelines
provided by GGS executives, to ensure projects are coming in on time and on
budget.
Job Requirements:
• Must have a valid passport and be willing and able to travel, sometimes
internationally, for extended periods of time. Must be open to Production hours
including nights and weekends.
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs. repetitively.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
Education
and Experience:
• Minimum 5 years’ experience
• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant years of experience required.