Mocap Technician

1 Week ago • 3 Years + • Motion Design • $62,640 PA - $131,760 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Lightspeed Studios seeks an experienced Motion Capture Technician to contribute to a new open-world AAA game. Responsibilities include assisting with motion capture production shoots (preparation, setup, operation, cleanup, maintenance), operating and troubleshooting motion capture systems (Vicon, face capture, real-time operations), leading at least one area of focus (props, HMC, real-time, or QA), setting up real-time animation retargeting, tracking and cleaning motion capture assets, retargeting motion to characters, collaborating with animators, capturing cinematic sequences, developing visual targets, supporting performer wardrobe and marker application, assisting with prop and set builds, documenting workflows, contributing to post-mortems, and improving the motion capture process. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in motion capture for video games, television, or film, proficiency in industry-standard software and hardware, and excellent collaboration skills.
Must have:
  • 3+ years Mocap experience
  • Vicon/Xsens/MotionBuilder/Unreal Engine proficiency
  • Real-time retargeting expertise
  • Data cleaning & processing skills
  • Collaboration & communication skills
Good to have:
  • Programming (Python/C++)
  • Custom script development
  • Experience with Blackmagic & Teradek hardware
Perks:
  • Sign-on payment
  • Relocation package
  • Restricted stock units
  • Medical, financial benefits

Job Details

Business Unit

LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is made up of passionate players who advance the art & science of game development through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology. We are focused on bringing next generation experiences to gamers who want to enjoy them anywhere, anytime, across multiple genres and devices.

What the Role Entails

About this position at Lightspeed LA
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate Motion Capture Technician to join our in-house team and help create world-class performance capture on a new and exciting open-world AAA game. We are seeking someone who will bring passion to the role, collaborating closely with the motion capture and other disciplinary teams, to help create outstanding performances. Below is an outline of responsibilities and some of the qualities we look for in the ideal teammate.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with production shoots, including preparation, setup, operation, cleanup, and maintenance of motion capture systems and associated hardware.
  • Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot motion capture systems, including optical (Vicon), face capture and Realtime operations.
  • Leads at least one area of focus such as props and set builds, HMC operations, Real-time operations, or QA/Trigger operations.
  • Set up and operate real-time animation retargeting using industry-standard software like Motion Builder or game engines such as Unreal.
  • Track and clean motion capture animation assets to ensure high-quality results.
  • Skillfully retarget motion capture to characters, assemble scenes, and collaborate with animators.
  • Skillfully capture cinematic animation sequences involving characters, props, and virtual cameras, by adding insight when appropriate
  • Collaborate with Capture leads to develop motion capture visual targets.
  • Provide support for performer motion capture wardrobe fitting and marker application.
  • Assist with prop and set builds and strikes.
  • Accurately document workflows and pipelines to maintain a comprehensive knowledge base.
  • Contribute to post-mortems, provide constructive feedback, and actively participate in improving the motion capture process and data output.

    Who We Look For

    • Minimum 3 years of experience in motion capture operations related to video games, television, film or other related industry.
    • Familiarity with industry-standard processes, protocols, and best practices related to motion capture, animation, and visual effects.
    • 3 years proficiency in working with industry-leading motion capture software and/or hardware, including Vicon Shogun, Xsens, Motion Builder, Unreal Engine, A/V hardware, Cameras and/or other relevant tools.
    • Understanding of virtual cameras and virtual production techniques
    • Understand cinematic language and camera terminology.
    • Knowledge of timecode, A/V, BlackMagic, Teradeks and/or other similar hardware
    • Ability to stream live performance into game engine and/or Motion Builder.
    • Willingness to learn new technologies, adapt to proprietary animation pipelines, and stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in motion capture.
    • Ability to troubleshoot technical issues, think critically, and find solutions efficiently during motion capture sessions.
    • Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborate with animation leads and directors, and communicate clearly and concisely with performers and other production personnel.
    • Ability to track, clean, and process motion capture data to ensure high-quality results, including the use of software like Motion Builder or Unreal Engine.
    • Experience in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting motion capture hardware, including cameras, suits, markers, facial capture systems, timecode, and video equipment.
    • Comfortability with workshop tools and building props and sets.
    • Proven ability to work efficiently and deliver high-quality results within tight deadlines.
    • Proficiency in programming languages (such as python or c++) and custom script development for motion capture pipelines is a plus.
    • Believe in collaboration, integrity, creativity and proactivity.

    Location State(s)

    California

    The base pay range for this position in the state(s) above is $62,640.0 to $131,760.0 per year. Actual pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign on payment, relocation package, and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, as well as other medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the specific position offered.

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