Senior Effects Technical Director

1 Month ago • 5-7 Years • $124,900 PA - $152,300 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Senior Effects Technical Director creates FX animation, procedural simulations, dynamic simulations, particle and fluid systems for feature film visual effects. They also handle lighting, rendering, and compositing of complex shots. Responsibilities include designing and creating various FX elements, lighting complex shots, providing time estimates, handing off elements, presenting work in dailies, mentoring junior artists, and managing shot data. The role requires strong teamwork, communication, and the ability to work under pressure and deadlines. Experience with software like Maya, 3DS Max, or Houdini is essential, along with a basic understanding of physics and scripting skills.
Must have:
  • 5+ years relevant VFX experience.
  • Experience with Maya, 3DS Max, Houdini or similar software.
  • Demonstrates an excellent aesthetic eye.
  • Strong communication and follow-through.

Job Details

Position Summary

The Senior Effects TD operates independently to generate FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, particle and fluid systems for feature film visual effects. The Senior Effects TD also completes lighting, rendering and moderate-level compositing of complex shots with guidance from their supervisors.

What You'll Do

  • Design and create FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, particle and fluid systems
  • Light complex/multiple elements; communicates status of shots to supervisors and Production
  • Provide accurate time estimates for shotwork
  • Hand off elements to other departments i.e. comp and rendering teams
  • Present shot work in dailies; attend dailies and other department meetings
  • Mentor junior effects artists
  • Data management of shots including clean up
  • Special projects as needed

What We're Looking For

  • 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.
  • Demonstrates an excellent aesthetic eye
  • Exhibits strong teamwork and interdisciplinary thinking
  • Production pipeline experience
  • Strong communication and follow-through
  • Ability to work under pressure and deadlines
  • Experience with either Maya, 3DS Max, Houdini, or similar software
  • Basic understanding of the physics of simulation
  • Linux and scripting ability in Python
  • Advanced simulation experience with either Houdini, Maya, 3DS Max or other software, and the ability to write expressions

As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required.

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The hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$124,900 to C$152,300 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.

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