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Layout Technical Supervisor (DNEG Animation)

England, United Kingdom (On-site)

Layout Technical Supervisor (DNEG Animation)

2 Hours ago • 5 Years + • Animation

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Job Description

The Layout Technical Supervisor at DNEG Animation works closely with various teams to solve technical challenges, enhance layout department tools and techniques, and improve the studio's capabilities. Responsibilities include tool development, defining priorities, collaborating with pipeline developers, providing team updates, and pitching new workflows. The role requires resolving production issues, assisting in pipeline integration, and ensuring artistic and production goals are met. Strong technical skills and collaboration with artistic and technical teams are essential.

Must have:

5+ years feature animation experience
Lead/Supervisor experience in Final/Rough Layout
Expert knowledge of Maya and Unreal Engine
In-depth USD knowledge for animation pipelines
Technical workflow and tool expertise

Good to have:

Python Scripting experience
Exceptional communication skills
Ability to prototype and deliver solutions quickly
Experience in a fast-paced creative environment

Description

Position at DNEG

DNEG Feature Animation has been growing over the past couple of years, bringing in the best talent to work on our shows. We aim to compete with the best in the business and our Layout Technical Supervisor plays an important part in driving the team to success.

In this role, you will work directly with multiple show’s crew and supervisors to solve technical issues, support and develop the layout department tools and techniques in support of current FEAT projects, and to advance the studio's layout capabilities.

Reporting to the Head of CG (HOCG) for feature animation and partnering with the Head of Layout, you will drive the tool development for the layout department, define development priorities, and partner with corresponding pipeline developers on tool development and testing, as well as plan and run department tech updates.

You will provide regular updates to the team, HOCG and fellow Tech Supervisors on current issues and developments in meetings and presentations. You will work on pipeline development pitches for new workflows for approval by HOCG and leadership team.

You will have the ability to acknowledge, diagnose and resolve issues throughout the production process and help the layout department team achieve artistic and production goals. Working closely with the Department Supervisors, VFX Supervisors and the Pipeline team, you will assist in integrating and maintaining the pipeline, acting as a point of contact for the layout department teams.

Must Have

5+ years feature animation hands-on production experience
Lead or Supervisor experience in Final or Rough Layout on two or more feature animation productions
Proven knowledge of the feature animation pipeline for assets and shots
Expert-level knowledge of Maya
Experience with Unreal Engine
In depth knowledge of USD for animation pipelines
Technical workflow and tool experience, ability to translate HOD vision into technical requirements
Strong technical and creative problem solving skills
Solid understanding of Feature Animation pipeline and software
Understanding of modern physically based rendering technology and pipelines; Katana, Houdini Solaris

Nice to Have

Python Scripting experience
Exceptional communication skills in dealing with both technical and artistic groups
Ability to prototype rapidly and deliver quick solutions
Previous work experience working in a fast-paced creative technology environment

About You

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Organised and detail oriented
Excellent time management skills

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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DNEG

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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.