Technical Surfacing TD

2 Weeks ago • All levels • Animation

Job Summary

Job Description

DNEG Animation seeks a Technical Surfacing TD to enhance their surfacing department's workflow and techniques. Responsibilities include troubleshooting tools and pipeline issues, collaborating with Build Department Heads and Technical Supervisors on tool creation and workflow improvements, interacting with various departments (Rigging, Modeling, etc.), providing technical support and training, participating in meetings, and maintaining documentation. The ideal candidate possesses significant experience in animated feature films, proficiency in Maya, Mari, Houdini, Linux, and either Katana or Solaris, along with Python knowledge. A strong understanding of surfacing workflows and their role in the production pipeline is crucial, as is effective communication with technical and non-technical teams.
Must have:
  • Significant animation experience
  • Maya, Mari, Houdini, Linux expertise
  • Katana/Solaris, Python knowledge
  • Surfacing workflow understanding
  • Problem-solving & communication skills
Good to have:
  • Houdini and Solaris experience
  • USD knowledge
  • Unreal Engine knowledge
  • C++ and MEL scripting knowledge

Job Details

Description

Position at DNEG

**** This role is specifically for technical artists with the ability to create tools for Surfacing Artists***

DNEG Animation is growing quickly after successfully delivering our first Animation feature and short film. Together we are bringing the vision of both major Hollywood studios and independent productions to life. DNEG Animation is a leader in stylized and realistic effects focused on a variety of animation projects. We rely on our Surfacing TD to partner with our Surfacing team to help with the following:



Key Responsibilities
  • Improve Surfacing department workflow and techniques by troubleshooting issues related to tools and pipeline.
  • Work closely with the Build Department Heads and Technical Supervisors to create and solve tool issues and improve workflows.
  • Interact and work with other related departments including Rigging, Modelling, Groom, Animation, CFX, and Lighting.
  • Provide technical support and training to production teams as required.
  • Participate in tools, pipeline and workflow meetings.
  • Work collaboratively by taking and interpreting feedback in a timely qualitative manner.
  • Maintain documentation for tools development and studio protocols.

 

Job Requirements
  • Significant experience within animated feature films.
  • Ability to work in a defined schedule and flag any concerns that could impact the completion of the task. 
  • Extensive experience with Maya, Mari, Houdini and Linux. 
  • Proficient understanding of Katana and/or Solaris
  • Python knowledge.
  • Solid understanding of Surfacing department workflows (textures, texel density, shading, and groom) and how they fit into the wider production pipeline.
  • Proficient understanding of how/why Surfacing tools aid Surfacing workflow.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with Surfacers (including those with little technical knowledge), as well as very technical production technology teams.
  • Ability to problem solve and predict potential problems with assigned tasks.
  • Comfortable with global collaboration, with excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to problem-solve and flag potential problems related to their assigned tasks.

 

Additional Skills
  • Houdini and Solaris experience
  • USD knowledge, and its use in Surfacing workflows 
  • Unreal Engine knowledge
  • C++ and MEL scripting knowledge

 


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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