Job Title: Technical Director I Pipeline Management
Pipeline and Asset Management Opportunities
We are seeking a skilled technical director to lead the development and maintenance of software tools, providing front-line support to artists and troubleshooting computer-generated imagery pipelines.
The ideal candidate will ensure artist efficiency in a fast-paced feature film visual effects production environment. The technical director will receive direction from show supervisors and report to R&D supervisors for guidance on technical matters.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop pipeline and asset management tools to meet immediate production demands and ensure consistency across facilities.
* Maintain existing workflows and scripts, and provide production support across various disciplines.
* Monitor email requests, redirect problems to engineering teams, and test and validate new tools and techniques.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related field.
* Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining tools for use in computer graphics.
* At least 2 years of production experience in visual effects for film, commercials, or television.
* Proficiency in Linux, strong Python scripting, and experience with Maya, Nuke, Houdini, Mari, Katana, RenderMan, Unreal Engine, or similar software.
* Ability to communicate effectively across disciplines and provide innovative solutions to pipeline issues.
This role requires a detail-oriented individual who is self-sufficient in troubleshooting and has a mix of technical skills and soft skills for effective collaboration within the team.