Crowd TD

Double Negative Visual Effects

Summary

DNEG is seeking a Crowd Technical Director to produce complex crowd shots using a variety of sprite, vignette, and simulation techniques for use in their films. The Crowd TD will work under the direction of the CG Crowd Supervisor and DFX Supervisors to develop a specific look, movement, and style that achieves the creative goals and vision of the VFX Supervisor and Director. The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of Houdini crowd simulation or related software programs, proven experience in producing crowd simulations, familiarity with pipeline issues and problem-solving, and experience in live-action VFX films. The candidate should also have excellent artistic and technical skills, be organized, pro-active, a team player, and a self-starter. The position requires the ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines. DNEG is a leading visual effects and animation company with worldwide offices and studios.

Job description

Position at DNEG

The Crowd Technical Director is responsible for producing complex crowd shots using a variety of sprite, vignette and simulation techniques, for use in DNEG’s films. The Crowd TD works under the direction and supervision of the CG Crowd Supervisor and DFX Supervisors to develop a specific look, movement and style that achieves the Creative Goals and vision of the VFX Supervisor and Director.

A Crowd TD will successfully deliver simulations by gathering a variety of 3D Assets produced by our Build, Layout and Animation departments, using off-the-shelf software – primarily Houdini and Maya – and custom pipeline tools to create photorealistic crowd simulations.

Must Have

Good understanding of Houdini crowd simulation or related software programs.
Proven experience in producing crowd simulations with an eye for detail, a good sense of timing, and a thorough understanding of techniques and technologies relating to physical simulation in computer graphics.
Familiarity with pipeline issues and problem-solving.
Experienced in balancing quality with time constraints.
Experience in live-action VFX Films.
Excellent artistic and technical skills.

Nice to Have

Programming or scripting skills (e.g. mel, python)
Experience in live-action FX or Crowd work preferred
Houdini, Massive and Maya and/or equivalent 3D software knowledge
Experience in other areas of visual effects (TV, Games) will also be taken into account
A general TD background
Strong understanding of Linux/Unix based operating systems

About You

Organized, pro-active team player and a self-starter
A team player and clear communicator
Good attitude towards the work by being approachable and personable
Adaptable and with a willingness to learn new skills and techniques – including proprietary software
Calm under pressure and committed to meeting production deadlines
A positive, can-do attitude

About Us
We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 10,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

Location: Vancouver, Canada

Country: Canada

Date found: 2023-03-27

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