FX Technical Director

Description

• Minimum 3 years of high-end feature film VFX experience 
• Proven experience in producing photoreal effects such as smoke, fire, clouds, water, steam and explosions, plus experience with particle and voxel based rendering 
• An eye for details, good sense of timing, and thorough understanding of techniques and technologies relating to physical simulation in computer graphics 
• Experience in live action FX work 
• Extensive knowledge of Houdini 
• Familiarity with pipeline issues and problem solving 
• Familiarity with at least one node based compositing application (Nuke preferred), and a solid understanding of the compositing process 

• Experience in other areas of visual effects (TV, Games) will also be taken into account 
• A good generalist TD background 
• Maya, Python, Hscript or Mel knowledge 
• Strong understanding of Linux/Unix based operating systems 

• Organised, pro-active and a self-starter 
• A team player and clear communicator, and a keenness for collaboration 
• Adaptable and with a willingness to learn new skills and techniques – including proprietary software 
• Calm under pressure and committed to meet 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 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).