Senior Effects Technical Director

The Senior Effects TD operates independently to generate FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, particle and fluid systems for feature film visual effects. The Senior Effects TD also completes lighting, rendering and moderate-level compositing of complex shots with guidance from their supervisors.What You'll DoDesign and create FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, particle and fluid systemsLight complex/multiple elements; communicates status of shots to supervisors and ProductionProvide accurate time estimates for shotworkHand off elements to other departments i.e. comp and rendering teamsPresent shot work in dailies; attend dailies and other department meetingsMentor junior effects artistsData management of shots including clean upSpecial projects as neededWhat We're Looking ForAt least 5 years relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR at least 7 years relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of education.Demonstrates an excellent aesthetic eyeExhibits strong teamwork and interdisciplinary thinkingProduction pipeline experienceStrong communication and follow-throughAbility to work under pressure and deadlinesExperience with either Maya, 3DS Max, Houdini, or similar softwareBasic understanding of the physics of simulationLinux and scripting ability in PythonAdvanced simulation experience with either Houdini, Maya, 3DS Max or other software, and the ability to write expressions
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