Freelance Senior Environment TD - Short term

Are you an experienced Houdini focussed Environment TD and want to work on a truly unique full CG Production, then click apply and let's chat!

REALTIME is on the lookout for an experienced Senior Environment TD for a very unique project that bridges the gap between our Games and Automotive teams on a freelance basis.

The role is best suited for someone who has great artistic ability and technical knowledge in order to develop Houdini tools that fit seamlessly into the Houdini pipeline. The candidate will have to be hands-on in creating a photorealistic environment as well problem-solving workflows for the rest of the environment team.

You will work alongside our Supervisors and Department Heads to identify the methodology and requirements needed to achieve the desired look for the project, as well as help guide the team at a creative and technical level.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Producing high-quality assets suitable for production both technically and artistically
• Supporting a team of artists with any technical problem-solving and tool creation
• Technical and quality control of output on assigned project
• Ensuring assets meet specifications provided by all relevant departments
• Managing feedback and technical challenges on the project alongside the CG Supervisor and Department Heads
• Working closely with the Department Head to identify process improvements/tools to increase department productivity

REQUIREMENTS

• Accomplished examples of Modelling, Texturing, and Shading
• Thorough knowledge of Houdini is essential
• Previous experience of working in a USD workflow.
• Generalist knowledge of other asset creation software etc Maya, ZBrush, Substance Painter.
• Knowledge of Python, and VEX is essential
• Knowledge of Speedtree, World Machine, Gaea, etc is desirable
• Basic understanding of Lighting and Look Development
• Good communication skills and ability to work interactively with production and other departments to solve production challenges
• Ability to feedback to other departments and direct any technical changes

About REALTIME

REALTIME is an animation and VFX studio packed with keen eyes and sharp minds. Constantly creative and relentlessly curious, we don’t sit still and neither does our work. Technology powers our process, but it’s curiosity, collaboration and craft that make it sing.

The result? Work that connects, moves, and performs. With nearly 30 years of experience, we’re a trusted, hands-on partner known for solving big creative problems with honesty, flexibility, and a love for the challenge.

Founded in 1996

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