Hasta La Motion!

Double Negative

Job Title: Rigger
Department: 3D
Location: London
Reports To: Head of Rigging
Direct Reports: Supervisor/Producer

Key Purpose of the Job:

The Rigger is responsible for creating animation rigs for characters, creatures, props and vehicles. The role may require the implementation of proprietary tools to aid in the creation of a rig. The Rigger must collaborate with the CG Lead and the Animation Lead to develop the most suitable rigging solutions.

Needs to Do

Work closely with the CG Lead to ensure that the rig is pipeline friendly for texturing, lighting and rendering.
Work with the Animation Lead/Supervisor to develop an intuitive and responsive rig for each character.
Work with The Rigging Lead to meet project schedules and manage their time to the successful delivery of rigs within those schedules.
Communicate with the Modelling Department to ensure that models are suitable for rigging.
Communicate with the R&D Department where necessary to effectively help develop the tools and technology to aid in delivering high-quality rigs.

Needs to Know

5+ years CG experience, ideally within feature films
Ability to perform visual and analytical problem solving in 3-dimensional space, including the ability to accurately interpret 3D layouts and analyse 3D form.
Ability to problem solve and predict potential problems with assigned tasks.
A thorough knowledge of Maya and Mel

Needs to be

• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Highly motivated
• Adaptable
• Accepting of change

Measures of Performance

• Must achieve set quota per week/month
• Make sure team meet weekly/monthly quota

Please send a CV and Showreel to Hannah Acock, 77 Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 5DU

Please correspond to jobs@dneg.com

Senior Pipeline Software Developer
Start Date: Immediate

MPC is one of the world’s leading post production facilities creating high-end digital visual effects for the television and feature film industries. We are looking for the “Uber guru” to join our plan of world wide domination within the VFX industry. We have already built outposts in LA, Vancouver and Bangalore. To ensure robust navigation through this space-time continuum we need to take our current Pipeline software stack to the next level. “Vorsprung durch Technik”. If this sparks your interest then we want to speak to you!

Your areas of operations will include:

• Develop in-house software as part of a team.
• Produce technical and user documentation.
• Identify changing requirements, recommend and develop solutions.
• Work with Project Lead and Head of Pipeline to ensure that implementations are consistent with overall R&D strategy.

To be sure you’re the kind of person who is safe to ride this high speed steam train you need to provide evidence of the following:

• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• UNIX/Linux advanced experience.
• Knowledge of Python and C/C++ required.
• Experience in refactoring large legacy systems
• Experience in agile methodologies
• Test driven development
• Experience with Databases
• Experience of technologies relating to GUI design and content or asset management an advantage.
• Experience in the design of business process management software and collaborative workflow across a distributed office environment an advantage.

TSalary: Competitive remuneration package
Location:London
Application Closing Date: Ongoing recruitment

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the dynamic world of visual effects. If you are interested please apply online here: http://www.moving-picture.com/index….nology&loc=ldn

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Report regularly to the Visual Effects Supervisor informing him/her of any concerns
· Identify to the Visual Effects Supervisor problems that could potentially present with respect to timelines and delivery schedules
· Respect and adapt to the Nerd Corps system of data storage and retrieval through the use of the in-house software
· Make sure that all work done is accounted for and entered in the tracking system (SPARCX)
· Communicate to Animators about elements that may be needed or used for their sequences
· Watch animatics of his/her episode for errors & shots missing composites, stay current with the show and what stage of production it is at
· Balance the creative needs, technical resources and time available

DUTIES

· Check Softimage XSI scene and setup render passes and partitions for rendering
· Check render results and flag improper images
· Composite shots for the show in a timely manner and try to get the most number of shots done in the time available
· Follow the creative direction of the production as communicated by the Visual Effects Supervisor.
· Work with the senior staff of the Visual Effects Team to learn as much as possible about the methods and software used when compositing

QUALIFICATIONS

· Basic understanding of 3D texturing, Modeling and Lighting
· Basic understanding of Compositing Methods
· Intermediate knowledge of SoftImage XSI; in particular XSI FX-Tree.
· Creative with timing and Color.
· Work well within the team.
· Able to take directions and work independently
· Able to communicate creative and technical thoughts and ideas
· Able to multi-task and prioritize
· Good at improvising and problem solving
· Thrive in a high pressure, deadline oriented environment
· Enjoy working in team atmosphere
· Animation experience an asset

Please submit resumes and demo reels to recruiting@nerdcorps.com. No phone calls, please.

Imagineer Systems, innovators of planar tracking and products: mocha, mokey and monet is looking for a Los Angeles based product specialist.

Job Description: Product Sales Specialist

Responsibilities include:
• product evangelizing in film & broadcast communities
• public presentations
• training & courseware development
• pre-sales & sales support
• work with CMO to develop regional marketing activities
• online mentoring and leadership

Experience Required:
• mid-senior level vfx & post production experience
• deep knowledge of at least 2 of the following: Nuke, After Effects, Flame, Shake, Quantel, Avid|DS, Combustion, or Fusion
• familiarity with Imagineer products
• experience with stereoscopic workflows and 3D tracking a plus

Person Profile:
• Confident and highly experienced individual
• Motivated and able to work independently
• Excellent networking and communication skills
• interest in grass roots marketing and building a brand
• easy going manner and fun to work with

Location:
Los Angeles, California.
Ability to work from home office and occasional travel necessary.

Salary:
Commensurate with experience.

Email: jobs@imagineersystems.com

Position: Animation Director

Start Date: ASAP

Department: Directing

Responsibilities:

• Interpreting the script/storyboard into images and sounds that will best convey the story and characters presented by the writer while maintaining a quality consistent with the respective series/production; plan and coordinate all the images and sounds that make up the show
• Manage his/her animation team effectively and efficiently in order to complete the production on time

Duties:

·Ensure that the production for which he/she is responsible is completed on time
·Ensure the production meets the standard of quality set by the Producer and Supervising Director
·Consult with Animation Supervisor as to the technical feasibility of elements in the script and suggest production friendly solutions that will maintain the vision of the series
·Study scripts/storyboards and use these as a basis to design the strongest sequences possible given the resources available.
·Complete the final cut of the show and ensure that the editing serves the story and action of the production
·Manage a team of animators and consult with the Animation Supervisor to best assign work to animators based on their individual skills and strengths
·Direct and coordinate animation, instructing animators on the position and the angle of their shots, acting of the characters and the timing of their motions
·Work with VFX Supervisor to achieve quality consistent with other episodes in respective series
·Maximize the re-use of animation when the production schedule calls for it
·Overall, be aware of the show/series continuity
·Check in with the Animation Tracker and be aware of where each Animator is within their assignments (using “Sparcx”)
·Include AD in all relevant meetings to ensure show status is effectively communicated throughout production
·Direct and coordinate animation fixes and enhancements as per instructed by the Supervising Director

Qualifications:
·At least 2+ years in Directing for Television/Film
·Understanding of animation timing and posing
·Familiarity with 3D animation and the strengths and weaknesses of CGI animation
·Understanding of filmic storytelling principles and techniques
·Ability to communicate processes, concepts and present specific viewpoints
·Ability to create entertaining and persuasive messages
·Ability to present specific viewpoints and influence others
·Ability to identify and manage different needs of individuals, groups, etc.
·Planning and management skills
·Deadline motivated
·Critical thinking skills

Note: Successful applicant must be a Canadian citizen or possess landed immigrant status and be willing to work at Nerd Corps Studio in Vancouver, BC Canada.

We would like to convey our sincere thanks to all those who express interest in being a part of the Nerd Corps team. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we receive we may be unable to reply to all applicants.

Please email your resume to: recruiting@nerdcorps.com

Mail:
Nerd Corps Entertainment, Inc.
Level 3, 1256 East 6th Avenue
Vancouver BC
V5T 1E7
Attention: Recruiting

Fax: 604.484.0267

*No Phone Calls Please.