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Animation TD

5 Days ago • All levels • Animation

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Animation TD at DNEG Animation, you'll collaborate with various teams (Anim Tech Sups, Pipe artists, Animators, etc.) to debug animation shots, enhance animator workflows, and develop new animation tools using Python and USD. You'll need strong Maya skills and a solid understanding of animation principles, production pipelines, and problem-solving. The role requires excellent communication and collaboration, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving and meeting deadlines. This opportunity is ideal for individuals aspiring to supervision or other roles within the animation or VFX pipeline.
Must have:
  • Experience as Pipeline TD or Technical Animator
  • Strong Maya skills, basic knowledge of other 3D software
  • Understanding of animation workflow and production pipeline
  • Proficient in animation tools and their application
  • Problem-solving skills, understanding of animation principles

Job Details

Description

Position at DNEG

 Job Title: Animation TD (FEAT)
 
Key Purpose of the Job:
As an Anim TD, you will work directly with the Anim Tech Sups, Pipe artists, Animators, CG Supervisors, Production and various other animation-linked Department teams (like Rigging and Layout) to debug shots from Animation. To assist animators in improving their workflows and techniques, in order to create the highest calibre animated performances in the industry. 
 
Job Duties
  • Anim TDs will help spec, develop, document and test new animation tools when the opportunities arise.
  • We are looking for proactive talent with excellent communication skills, strong technical problem solving skills, with an appreciation/understanding of the creative, in order to produce high-end imagery.
  • This opportunity is geared toward talent looking to gain experience on an animated feature film; with career aspirations including Supervision, or artists in our Pipe, Layout, CFX, FX, Lighting, or Animation departments. 
 
 
Must Have
●        Experience as either a Pipeline TD, including basic knowledge of Python and USD, or as a Technical Animator with in-depth Maya knowledge
●        Strong experience using Maya, with basic understanding of other 3D Software packages like Houdini and Katana. An understanding of Linux/Unix based operating systems
●        Solid understanding of the animation department and how it fits in a wider production pipeline
●        Proficient understanding of how/why animation tools aid animation workflows
●        Interest in the production pipeline as a whole, with a particular emphasis on the Animation department
●        An understanding of form, texture, physical motion, weight, balance, and lighting
●        Strong problem solving skills
 
 
About You
●        Ability to effectively communicate with animators including those with little technical knowledge as well as very technical production technology teams
●        Organised, proactive, goal oriented and a self-starter 
●        A team player and excellent communicator, with a keenness for collaboration 
●        Adaptable and willing to learn new skills and techniques – including proprietary software 
●        Calm under pressure and committed to meet production deadlines 


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 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

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About The Company

DNEG is a world-leading visual entertainment services company for the creation of feature film, television, and multiplatform content, with worldwide offices and studios across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

 

DNEG’s critically acclaimed work has earned the company seven Academy Awards® for Best Visual Effects and numerous BAFTA, Primetime EMMY® Awards and VES Awards for its high-quality VFX work. 


Visit www.dneg.com for DNEG’s current and upcoming projects on behalf of Hollywood and global studio and production company.

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