http://www.smoothdevil.com/index.php?page=job&job_id=1030
closes: 22 Nov 2009
Please email Connor Meechan at
connor.meechan@speedshape.com
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of 3D and Technology, the Pipeline Technical Director will be involved in the creation and ongoing support of a large high-end visual effects pipeline and asset/project management system. Production support of artists and package-specific scripting will also be part of the responsibilities. This is a full-time position requiring some overtime.
Duties
– Assist with the implementation of a pipeline and asset/project management system
– Problem solving and developing improved software systems and tools
– Conducting research, designing and implementing, testing and optimizing production pipeline tools
-Develop and maintain leading-edge proprietary tools/shaders/plugins/scripts and recommend relevant external alternatives
-Creating UI for animators, providing tools for user-friendly controls
-Design, develop, and maintain proprietary scripts used in production
-Keep current on new research and competitor developments
-Acquire and maintain up-to-date knowledge in the relevant fields
-Participate, when applicable, in technical support/director candidates interviews
Qualifications
-Expert knowledge of Python and HTML/Javascript required
-Excellent problem solving and communication skills
-Linux knowledge and scripting experience required
-OSX knowledge and scripting an asset
-C++ plugin experience an asset
-Experience with SQL databases an asset
-Experience writing shaders for Renderman, Mantra, Mental Ray or other production renderers an asset
-Experience scripting or writing plugins for Houdini, Maya, XSI, Lightwave, Fusion or Shake an asset
-Undergraduate degree or a diploma in Computing Science, or related disciplines an asset.
Please e-mail recruiting@cis-vancouver.com with the subject line "Pipeline TD" with your resumé, demo reel if applicable (downloadable online link preferred), and upcoming availability. Local candidates are preferred.
We thank all candidates in advance for applying but only those selected will be contacted for an interview.
Our test spots are a world apart from our competitors. With superior technological abilities and a large in-house workforce of directors, 3D artists, illustrators, animators and producers, our animated storyboards look, move and convey the message better than any other pre-viz format.
In the last few years we have produced over 1,000 successful test spots for major ad agencies and corporations from around the world.
Animated Storyboards seeks a strong 3DSMax technical artist with experience in character animation and After Effects.
This highly motivated team player will be offered a full-time position at the London branch of Animated Storyboards
Salary: £30-35K
Requirements:
– Must have experience in After Effects and 3DSMax
– Must have experience with character animation
– Must be a highly motivated team player who displays versatility
– Must be able to work in fast paced and constantly changing environment
– Must be a multi-tasker
– Not necessary, but knowledge of operating Motion Capture data is a plus
– Must be versed in Photoshop, rendering, and basic compositing in After Effects
Please send cv and link to showreel to Mallory Khalifa:mallory@animatedstoryboards.com
Location: Central London
Contact info:
email – mallory@animatedstoryboards.com
phone – +44.020.7659.5470
web site – www.animatedstoryboards.com
SPIN TORONTO is accepting applications for:
– Lighter
– Sr. Fusion Compositors
– Creature Animators
Software: Maya, Fusion
Qualified applicants should have a minimum of 3 years PHOTO REAL CG feature film experience.
Depending upon the position the approximate start date is to be mid-September with an anticipated end date of December 31, 2009
These are contract positions that could lead to full time for the right individual.
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume with a link to your online website/portfolio to
toronto-resume@spinpro.com.
Hardcopy reel submissions to:
SPIN VFX TORONTO
ATTN: RECRUITMENT DEPT.
620 KING ST. WEST
TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA
M5V 1M6
Due to the number of anticipated responses, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Only Canadian residents will be considered.
NO PHONE CALLS OR DROP-INS PLEASE.
Company: Flash Film Works
City: Los Angeles
State: CA
Job Description: Gain valuable experience interning for an award winning visual effects company. Past projects include The Guardian, Blood Diamond, The Last Samurai, "The Day The Earth Stood Still," and " Defiance" Interns spend time on a computer learning software through tutorials as well as working on practice shots. You will be required to run some errands (mileage is paid) as well as help out with office related chores. School credit is offered, but isnt necessary for an internship.
Contact us: Applicants please email flash@flashfilmworks.com. Please send resume and availability plus a brief cover letter telling us about yourself.
Job Requirements: General computer experience required. We are looking for entry level artists who want to develop their skills in visual effects and related programs.
Reply via Email: flash@flashfilmworks.com
Please send resume as an attachment
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