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We are looking for an outstanding artist to join our Creature team. As a Senior Creature Technical Director (TD), you will be responsible for the creation of high quality character and creature rigs and simulations, using various software technologies. Senior Creature TDs at ILM are able troubleshoot complicated creature issues, collaborate with their peers and produce high quality work under the direction and support of their supervisors, and help mentor junior artists. At ILM, we believe a good idea is a good idea, regardless of where it comes from! Do you thrive in a creative environment? Do you enjoy sharing knowledge and learning from others? If you love art, technology, and movies, then this might be the role you're looking for! ILM strives to be an inclusive environment, and the Creature team embraces promising individuals with a variety backgrounds and experiences.
Job Responsibility
Build high quality, hero creature rigging and skinning in Maya
Set up and run cloth, hair, rigid body, crowd, muscle simulations
Troubleshoot creature rigging and pipeline issues for artists in other departments
Mentor junior character artists and help them develop their skills
Script utilities/tools/plug-ins in Maya
Participate in reviews, dailies, and department meetings as needed
Special projects as necessary
Requirements
5+ years meaningful professional experience and a Bachelor's degree in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field
or, an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience as Maya rigger for assets in digital animation, visual effects, games, or commercials
Experience setting up and running a variety of simulation shotwork
Knowledge of anatomy and enveloping
Positive demeanour and a phenomenal teammate, with good interpersonal and communication skills
Proficiency with Linux, Maya, and Houdini
Experience with python scripting
Ability to learn quickly and assimilate new information
Nice to have
C++
basic proficiency in another subject area such as modelling, texture, lighting, or animation
What we offer
A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered