Vancouver | Pipeline TD

3 Months ago • 2-5 Years • Technical Art • Undisclosed

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Job Description

We are looking for a Pipeline TD to join our team in Vancouver. You will be responsible for quality control of the entire pipeline, developing software tools, and maintaining pipeline integrity. Strong problem-solving skills and experience with Python and C++ are essential.
Must have:
  • VFX Pipeline
  • Python
  • C++
  • Shotgun Desktop
Good to have:
  • Mel
  • Maya
  • Nuke
  • 3d Equalizer
Perks:
  • Extended Health
  • Flexible Hours
We are looking for a Junior and Senior Pipeline TD to join our team in Vancouver! Great opportunity to be part of building the pipeline foundation!

This is an exciting and rare opportunity to be part of the formative years of a new studio in Vancouver. Our constantly increasing projects range from feature films to commercials. You will be working with artists with a wealth of experience on various productions. We are looking for talented artists who have the drive to keep up and contribute to this quickly growing company.

Pipeline TD is responsible for the quality control of the entire pipeline. They identify and fix problems as they arise within the pipeline. They develop software tools that the team needs. They have a complete understanding of how the VFX production pipeline works.

We offer extended health benefits, flexible hours, and an open creative environment for all our staff.

Duties & Responsibilities

    • Meticulous nature with a self-critical eye, and high standards.
    • Strong problem-solving and identifying solutions without guidance
    • Ability to give accurate time estimates for the project completions
    • Work well under pressure. Excellent time management and work to tight deadlines.
    • Team player who excels in a collaborative environment
    • Team player who is able to work independently with minimal supervision
    • Positive attitude and excitement for new challenges in an intense production environment
    • Highly motivated, and be able to work with the entire team/production.
    • Mentoring and advancing new junior TDs.
    • Communicate clear and concise
    • Interview and help select new hires

    • Maintain a professional level of knowledge about current developments regarding tools (Maya/Shotgrid/etc)
    • Collaborate and help develop the full pipeline to optimize artist workflow
    • Provide recommendations and technical solutions
    • Responsible for ensuring the pipeline integrity
    • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
    • Provide technical advice and support for artists
    • R&D with supervisors to develop new Python tools and workflows and improve existing
    • Collaborate with other TD and Leads/Supervisor to develop a stronger pipeline
    • Maintain and improve documentation

Education and Experience

    • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Graphics or a related subject
    • 2+ years experience as a Pipeline TD
    • Previous experience in VFX pipeline or a related industry
    • Strong understanding of the VFX pipeline
    • Proven ability to manage and mentor a team
    • Expert knowledge in Python and C++
    • Knowledge in Shotgun Desktop & Shotgrid
    • Preferred knowledge in Mel
    • Strong Knowledge of Maya and Nuke
    • Knowledge of 3d Equalizer and Syntheyes a plus
    • Proficiency with Linux

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (On-Site)

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