Creature Technical Director (all levels)

What will you be doing?

• Advanced Hero-creature rigging and enveloping

• Troubleshoot creature rigging and pipeline issues for artists in other disciplines

• Mentor entry level artists

• Script utilities/tools/plug-ins in Maya

• Sufficient knowledge of Maya rigging techniques to optimize the performance of rigs

• Participate in reviews, dailies, and department meetings as required

• Special projects as necessary
   

To be a contributing member of this team, you will have a mix of these skills:

• At least 5 years relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR, at least 7 years relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of education

• Experience with advanced hero asset rigging and enveloping in Maya, on realistic VFX and toon-style animated feature films

• Experience setting up and running simulation shot work

• Experience in corrective sculpting

• Experience with Houdini

• Knowledge of anatomy and enveloping

• Positive attitude and team player

JoinILM

This position is with Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Industrial Light & Magic.

Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.