Directeur technique de l’animation / Animation Technical Director

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Position at DNEG

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Description du poste / Objectif principal du poste

La division << Feature Animation >> de DNEG a pour objectif de rivaliser avec les normes les plus élevées de l’industrie. Le candidat devra démontrer sa capacité à soutenir le département d’animation dans la maintenance et la création d’outils liés à leurs flux de travail. Le candidat devra faire preuve d’une grande capacité d’adaptation aux différents logiciels liés aux aspects techniques de l’animation.

Principales responsabilités / tâches

  • En tant que directeur technique de l’animation, vous travaillerez directement avec les superviseurs technique en animation, les artistes du pipeline, les animateurs, les CG superviseurs, la production et les équipes des autres départements liés à l’animation (comme Rigging et Layout) pour déboguer les plans de l’animation.
  • Aider les animateurs à améliorer leurs flux de travail et leurs techniques, afin de créer des performances animées du plus haut niveau dans l’industrie.
  • Le directeur technique aidera également à spécifier, développer, documenter et tester de nouveaux outils d’animation lorsque l’occasion se présentera.

Nous recherchons des talents proactifs dotés d’excellentes aptitudes à la communication, de solides compétences en matière de résolution de problèmes techniques et d’une appréciation/compréhension de la créativité, afin de produire des images haut de gamme. Cette opportunité s’adresse aux talents qui souhaitent acquérir de l’expérience sur un long métrage d’animation, avec des aspirations de carrière comme la supervision, ou aux artistes de nos départements Pipe, Layout, CFX, FX, Lighting, ou Animation.

Exigences de l’emploi

  • Forte expérience dans l’utilisation de Maya, avec une compréhension de base d’autres logiciels 3D tels que Houdini et Katana. Compréhension des systèmes d’exploitation basés sur Linux/Unix.
  • Expérience en tant que TD de pipeline, y compris une connaissance de base de Python et USD, ou en tant qu’animateur technique avec des connaissances approfondies de Maya.
  • Solide compréhension du département d’animation et de la manière dont il s’intègre dans un pipeline de production plus large.
  • Bonne compréhension de la manière dont les outils d’animation facilitent les flux de travail d’animation et de la raison pour laquelle ils le font
  • Intérêt pour le processus de production dans son ensemble, avec un accent particulier sur le département d’animation.
  • Compréhension de la forme, la texture, le mouvement physique, du poids, de l’équilibre et de l’éclairage.
  • Solides compétences en matière de résolution de problèmes

À propos de vous

  • Capacité à communiquer efficacement avec les animateurs, y compris ceux qui ont peu de connaissances techniques, ainsi qu’avec les équipes techniques de production très pointues.
  • Organisé(e), proactif(ve), orienté(e) vers les objectifs et autonome.
  • Esprit d’équipe et excellent communicateur, avec un goût prononcé pour la collaboration
  • Capacité d’adaptation et volonté d’acquérir de nouvelles compétences et techniques, y compris des logiciels propriétaires.
  • Calme sous la pression et soucieux de respecter les délais de production.

Veuillez noter que ce poste est un poste syndiqué et qu’il sera couvert par une convention collective entre la société DNEG et IATSE dans les mois à venir. En tant qu’employé-e syndiqué-e, vous serez tenu-e d’adhérer au syndicat et bénéficierez des conditions énoncées dans la convention collective. Les cotisations syndicales seront exigées une fois que la convention collective sera en place.

À propos de nous

Nous sommes DNEG, l’une des principales sociétés d’effets visuels, d’animation et de conversion stéréo au monde pour le cinéma et la télévision, avec des studios à Londres, Vancouver, Mumbai, Los Angeles, Chennai, Montréal, Chandigarh, Hyderabad et Goa.

Key Purpose of the Job

DNEG’s Feature Animation division aims to compete at the highest standards in the industry. The candidate will showcase the ability to support the Animation department with tools maintenance and creation related to their workflows. The candidate will have to demonstrate high skills to adapt to the various softwares related to the technical aspects of Animation.

Key Responsibilities / Job Duties

As an Anim TD, you will work directly with the Anim Tech Supes, Pipe artists, Animators, CG Supervisors, Production and various other animation-linked Department teams (like Rigging and Layout) to debug shots from Animation. To assist animators in improving their workflows and techniques, in order to create the highest calibre animated performances in the industry. Anim TDs will also help spec, develop, document and test new animation tools when the opportunities arise.

We are looking for proactive talent with excellent communication skills, strong technical problem solving skills, with an appreciation/understanding of the creative, in order to produce high-end imagery. This opportunity is geared toward talent looking to gain experience on an animated feature film; with career aspirations including Supervision, or artists in our Pipe, Layout, CFX, FX, Lighting, or Animation departments.

Job Requirements / Must Haves

  • Strong experience using Maya, with basic understanding of other 3D Software packages like Houdini and Katana. An understanding of Linux/Unix based operating systems
  • Experience as either a Pipeline TD, including basic knowledge of Python and USD, or as a Technical Animator with in-depth Maya knowledge
  • Solid understanding of the animation department and how it fits in a wider production pipeline
  • Proficient understanding of how/why animation tools aid animation workflows
  • Interest in the production pipeline as a whole, with a particular emphasis on the Animation department
  • An understanding of form, texture, physical motion, weight, balance, and lighting
  • Strong problem solving skills

About You

  • Ability to effectively communicate with animators including those with little technical knowledge as well as very technical production technology teams
  • Organised, proactive, goal oriented and a self-starter
  • A team player and excellent communicator, with a keenness for collaboration
  • Adaptable and willing to learn new skills and techniques — including proprietary software
  • Calm under pressure and committed to meet production deadlines

Please note that this is a unionized position and will be covered by a collective agreement between DNEG and IATSE, in the coming months. As a unionized employee, you will be required to join the union and will benefit from the conditions set out in the collective agreement. Union dues will be required once the collective agreement is in place.

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).

At DNEG, we fundamentally believe that embracing our differences is a vital component of our collective success. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive work environment for our global teams, where everyone feels they matter and belong. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of background, experience or disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments or support during the application process, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We look forward to meeting you!

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