Senior Look Development Technical Director

4 weeks ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Industrial Light & Magic Full time

Job Summary:

This role is a key position in our team, requiring a high level of expertise in computer-generated imagery (CGI) and visual effects (VFX). The successful candidate will work closely with our Supervisors to produce high-quality look dev and shading for our CG Assets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and create the lighting and look of computer-generated objects and scenes
  • Work closely with Lighting Supervisors, Lookdev Supervisors, and CG Supervisors to determine the best approach to solving CG challenges and developing the final look
  • Create efficient rendering setups to optimize render farm usage
  • Meet set deadlines while maintaining the highest level of work quality
  • Ensure ongoing communication with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlines
  • Mentor Junior Artists within the Lighting/Look Dev team
  • Create and maintain simple materials using provided shading templates
  • Create and maintain custom hero materials and shading networks when necessary
  • Deep understanding of real-world materials
  • Perform shot Look Dev tasks
  • Understanding of energy conservation principles
  • Deep understanding of Physically Based Rendering and Shader Models
  • Ability to work and communicate with Model, Texture, and Groom Artists to achieve the best results
  • Ability to build and maintain complex shading networks with artist usability and user-interface support in mind

Requirements:

  • Degree and/or professional training in Computer Graphics, with advanced work experience in VFX or Feature Animation
  • Excellent listening and communication skills, able to receive direction and criticism
  • Ability to help and teach more junior-level artists
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time well, and provide accurate time estimates on shot task completion
  • Ability to work within a team environment
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision to complete an asset
  • Thorough knowledge of the VFX pipeline from modeling through texturing, grooming, rendering, and compositing
  • Ability to pick up new techniques and learn new software quickly and easily
  • Knowledge of Katana and Renderman is beneficial
  • Knowledge of Python is beneficial
  • Strong interest in Shading Technologies
  • At ease with Linux-based operating systems
  • Good understanding of Physically Plausible Shading Techniques

About Us:

Industrial Light & Magic is a world-renowned visual effects company, known for its innovative spirit, creative talent, production excellence, collaborative mindset, and passion for great filmmaking.

Compensation:

The hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$108,400 to C$138,800 per year, based on a 40-hour work week. The actual base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

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