Brand New School has been making great strides in the world of physical installations over the last several years. Their installation at JFK airport for Xbox 360 in 2008 is absolutely stunning; A match-up of a bear against a Sumo wrestler, a cheetah against a roller skater, and a gymnast against a Scottish warrior. […]
Born and raised in Montreal, Maude Arsenault studied communication and film before starting out as a fashion photographer 14 years ago. Check out her Rebirth: “Entrevue avec le Vampire” shoot, a remarkable 14 page, vampire inspired editorial recently printed in SCOUT Magazine.
Montreal based Director Christophe Collette created this short film to accompany the photo shoot.
* Tackling the Compositing of shots effectively.
* Briefing junior compositors when dividing of shots into tasks (e.g. rotoscoping) is required.
* Delivering final shots that are creative and technically excellent.
* Attend daily progress reviews to obtain feedback from supervisors.
* Work to improve knowledge of MPC’s Compositing pipeline.
* Work with production to create Compositing schedules and project targets.
* Work with the Compositing HOD to define the Compositing pipeline required for the show and identify any additions or modifications to our existing toolset required to realise this pipeline.
* Supervise compositing of CG elements to match live-action footage to maintain consistent shot quality and look.
* Report on the progress of the lighting work on the show to the Lighting HOD, with particular regard to the following:
* If the team are meeting deadlines
* Technical issues
* Production issues
* R&D requests
* Team morale
Requirements:
* Previous experience with a high-level film based Compositing system using Shake and Nuke.
* Excellent understanding of techniques and technologies related to CG rendering and compositing.
* Excellent understanding of the whole digital film pipeline from scanner to film recorder.
* Proven technical and creative ability in a broadcast or feature-film production environment.
* General understanding of linux/unix-based operating systems.
* Ability to take direction and structure working practices so that design changes can be efficiently made.
* Desire to learn from other and to take on increasingly challenging shots.
* Excellent team building, communication and problem solving skills
* Excellent knowledge of node-based compositing software
* Proven technical and creative ability in a large feature-film VFX production environment
Salary: Competitive remuneration package
Location: London
http://www.moving-picture.com/index….cruitment.html
MPC is one of the world’s leading post production facilities creating high-end digital visual effects for the television and feature film industries. Working at the cutting edge of visual effects requires the research and development of new techniques and this is the responsibility of our Software team.
We now seek to appoint a Software Developer into this team in our London facility to develop new tools for some exciting upcoming feature film productions.
Primary Responsibilities:
Working with artists to understand production needs
Researching new techniques to meet those needs
Developing new artist tools to fit into MPCs VFX pipeline
Maintaining and updating existing tools
Technical and end user documentation
Supporting artists during shot production.
Skills and Experience:
Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
Previous development experience in a production environment
Good understanding of physics, 3D math, simulation technologies
Excellent knowledge of C++
Experience with Linux-based debuggers and profilers
Development experience using Mayas API
A good knowledge of Python is an advantage as is knowledge of other 3D software packages
Evidence of a good eye for aesthetics is desirable.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced VFX developer or someone looking to break into VFX from the games industry to work on some of the most exciting major feature films in production today. If you are interested please apply online.
http://www.moving-picture.com/index….cruitment.html
The Character Finishing TD must have a demo reel that demonstrates creation of dynamic cloth simulations and other realistic effects using nCloth/ syflex. Excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, team player, and the ability to take direction are essential. The senior Cloth TD reports to the CG/VFX Supervisor.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Produce photorealistic simulations with high resolution geometry
* Develop innovative, believable and beautiful solutions to challenging and complex problems
* Sets up rigFX for cloth simulations that is stable and versatile for a characters range of motion.
* Works in partnership with lighters & compositors to ensure shots are delivered to the very highest standard
* Accountable for meeting productivity and quota targets on time and at a high level of quality
* Troubleshoot and solve problems independently.
* Liaise with the asset department at build phase, to achieve desired results for fur and cloth simulations.
* Writing tutorials to document new techniques
* Work with programming and tools teams to develop tools/ scripts/ plug-ins to streamline the department
* Work to high aesthetic level being able self critique
* The initiative to see anticipate future problems and develop solutions or tools accordingly
* Teach others in the team
EXPERIENCE
* 5 years experience in film or animation production as an TD
* 2 of the above years experience using Maya nCloth/Syflex for a variety of effects (including cloth simulation, gore effects, muscle simulation)
* Mel scripting is a minimum requirement, python scripting preferred
* Artists must be able to take direction and work in a team focused environment, good communication skills are a must
* Solid work ethic and a positive attitude in the face of challenging situations
* FX Animation Experience
* Familiar with pipeline issues
* Ability to establish priorities, work independently or within a group, and proceed with objectives without supervision.
* Good understanding of linux / unix based operating systems
* A reel demonstrating outstanding visual and technical ability
* Strong problem solving skills
* Knowledge of C++ would be a bonus
* Previous rigging experience
Apply online:
http://www.moving-picture.com/index….cruitment.html
The Matchmove Artist is responsible for reproducing the geometry, camera movement and object movement of a live action shot in a 3D environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Supervise the tracking of CG elements, both camera and objects to match live-action footage in a 3D environment and to maintain consistent shot quality
* Work with production and Matchmove HOD to create matchmove schedules and project targets for your show
* Work with the Matchmove HOD to define any specific matchmove tools required for the show and identify any additions or modifications to our existing toolset required to realise this pipeline
* Set up and participate in matchmove dailies and desk rounds, providing feedback and guidance to Matchmove Artists
* Monitor daily progress to ensure targets are being met, adjusting the pipeline and schedules as necessary
* Act as the point of contact between Matchmove Artists and the show supervisors
* Conform any Lidar scans, Survey Data or matchmove specific geometry for Matchmove Artists prior to starting a sequence
* Report on the progress of the matchmove work on the show to the Matchmove HOD, with particular regard to the following:
* Whether the team is on target to meet their deadlines
* Technical issues
* Production issues
* R&D requests
* Team morale
Knowledge and Experience:
* Must have thorough knowledge of software based object tracking and 3D rotoscoping of a digital model to a live action background
* Proven Matchmove experience in a large feature-film VFX production environment
* Must be proficient in: 3D Equalizer, Maya and Boujou
* Knowlege of Shake and tracking in Shake an advantage. Experience with other tracking software (eg Matchmover) taken into account
* Must be able to model and manipulate geometry for scene reconstruction and to aid tracking
* Candidates should demonstrate a good eye for detail and precision with strong problem-solving skills
* Must have a solid understanding of camera moves and filming techniques
* Excellent team-leading abilities
* Excellent communication skills
* General understanding of linux/unix-based operating systems
* On set experience an advantage
Salary: Competitive remuneration package
Location: London
http://www.moving-picture.com/index….cruitment.html
Here comes the first hurdle.
I auto tracked the shot in PF Track.
The Problem is The objects in the center of the scene (Green Planes) are perfectly still but other objects are slipping slightly.If track is wrong everything should have problem! Right?
I am looking for quick tips to get the track done so I can get to composting as soon as possible.I want to use this track data in comp also.
Here are some screen shots of how the point cloud looks and the how the 3d objects are aligning.
Ps. I am not uploading the video for trail 02 because the problem just as in Trial 01 only thing the point cloud look little weird.
Pardon me If I am being silly but I badly need help.
🙂 Help!
Please!:)
http://videohive.net/item/cinematic-…ref=Final_Step
you can also watch it on youtube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzfyrV6bSx0
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My youtube channel:
http://www.youtube.com/user/ParkourProduction
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Visual effects company Chemical Effects wrapped up its launch year with a series of high-spirited holiday spots.
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