Hasta La Motion!

Image Engine, creators of the aliens in District 9, is seeking a SENIOR CHARACTER RIGGER.

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of human anatomy
• Strong understanding of some animal anatomies (dogs, birds, etc) and a desire to learn more depending on the requirements of the project
• Deep understanding of the Maya rigging tool sets. Experience with Houdini is also appreciated
• Working knowledge of at least one scripting language (python preferred)
• Strong communication skills and a clear understanding of animator requirements. The applicant must be able to speak to an animator in their language
• A minimum of four years experience with high end creature rigging

Image Engine was the lead effects house on District 9 and responsible for creating extensive visual effects sequences. We’re a growing, award winning visual effects studio located in Vancouver, Canada, consistently rated as one of the most desirable and livable cities in the world, with incredible natural beauty, modern city convenience, and great skiing/snowboarding just 30 minutes away.

To Apply:
– Please send your resume to jobs@image-engine.com
– Place the text "Senior Character Rigger" in the subject line.
– Please provide the date you are available to start

A London based studio is looking for a London based senior animator/compositor who can create great results on varied projects in 3d and 2d software.

Responsibilities:

Modeling, asset creation, rigging, lighting, rendering, compositing. Hitting deadlines and solving problems.

http://www.smoothdevil.com/index.php?page=job&job_id=1142

closes: 14 May 2010

Specializing in feature film visual effects and animation for international and local producers, Toronto based digital studio, Mr. X Inc. is comprised of a unique and gifted team of artists, filmmakers and programmers devoted to the art, craft and technology of visual story-telling.

We are currently looking for a VFX Lighter.

Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for final 3D scene assembly and rendering of elements required to complete visual effects shots.
• Engaging at every stage of production including pre-visualization of complicated sequences and research and development
• Optimize and troubleshoot lighting and rendering problems in a fast paced environment.
• Working closely with CG Supervisors to determine best approach to solve 3D challenges and develop final look.
• Will work closely with compositors to finish selected shots so that computer generated elements are seamlessly integrated with live-action plates.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Maya and Houdini as well as a general understanding of film production / post production techniques in a production environment
• Ability to problem solve and predict potential problems with assigned tasks
• Strong communication skills are critical. Candidate must be able to work within a team, taking direction and exercising attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment
• Experience with Renderman a plus
• Experience with compositing software, (Nuke) a plus.
• Experience with 3D modeling/texturing a plus.

All interested applicants should email their resumes to recruiting@mrxfx.com with the subject reading “Lighting". Please include the address of your web portfolio in your cover letter and/or resume or send a DVD of your demo reel to:

Attn: Recruiting/Lighting
Mr X Inc.
35 McCaul Street, Suite 100
Toronto, Ontario
M5T 1V7

We invite you to visit our website @ www.mrxfx.com.

Specializing in feature film visual effects and animation for international and local producers, Toronto based digital studio, Mr. X Inc. is comprised of a unique and gifted team of artists, filmmakers and programmers devoted to the art, craft and technology of visual story-telling.

We invite you to visit our website @ www.mrxfx.com.

Job Description: Senior Compositor

• Working closely with Visual Effects Supervisors, Producers and the Compositing Supervisor, the Senior Compositor will design, develop and produce large and/or small-scale digital composites for use in feature films,

• Will determine best approach to solve compositing challenges and develop final overall look that far exceeds client expectations,

• Candidate will perform tasks such as tracking, matte extraction, colour correction, paint fixes, roto and assembly of live action and 3D elements.

Qualifications:

• Must have at least 3-5 years experience in compositing digital visual effects for feature film,

• Must have thorough knowledge and ability to use the tools that produce Digital Composites such as NUKE, Shake, Combustion, Flame and Photoshop,

• Must present a show reel highlighting candidate’s eye for colour, lighting, attention to detail and composition,

• The candidate must have the ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines

• Strong communication skills are critical,

• Candidate must be able to work within a team environment,

• 3D and/or on-set production experience is desirable.

All interested applicants should email their resumes to recruiting@mrxfx.com with the subject reading “Sr. Compositor". Please include the address of your web portfolio in your cover letter and/or resume or send a DVD of your demo reel to:

Attention: Recruiting/ Sr. Compositor
Mr. X Inc.
35 McCaul Street, Suite 100
Toronto, ON
M5T 1V7

Demo materials will not be returned. No phone calls please.

One of the big players in film currently has an opening for a Lighting Technical Assistant at their Glendale, CA studio.

This is an entry level position that will expose you to the lighting pipeline and many aspects of the overall studio production pipeline. The lighting TA will support a given lighting team to help facilitate lead lighter setup. This position takes direction from the CG Supervisor and/or lead lighters.

http://www.smoothdevil.com/index.php?page=job&job_id=1241

closes: 9 May 2010