CLOTH/HAIR TD (ARCHIVED FEB 2017)
Job No:
SVFX945
Location:
VANCOUVER
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TITLE
CLOTH/HAIR TD
JOB SUMMARY
The CLOTH/HAIR TD is responsible for the creation of photorealistic cloth, hair and fur simulations and other realistic effects using nCloth/ syflex.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Produce photorealistic simulations with high resolution geometry
- Develop innovative, believable and beautiful solutions to challenging and complex problems
- Sets up rigFX for cloth simulations that is stable and versatile for a characters range of motion.
- Works in partnership with lighters & compositors to ensure shots are delivered to the very highest standard
- Accountable for meeting productivity and quota targets on time and at a high level of quality
- Troubleshoot and solve problems independently.
- Liaise with the asset department at build phase, to achieve desired results for fur and cloth simulations.
- Develop and build character FX rigs that service the needs of shot and sequence simulation requirements.
- Writing tutorials to document new techniques
- Work with programming and tools teams to develop tools/ scripts/ plug-ins to streamline the department
- Work to high aesthetic level being able self critique
- The initiative to see anticipate future problems and develop solutions or tools accordingly
- Teach others in the team
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
EDUCATION LEVEL
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Degree/Diploma in ditial arts preferred
SOFTWARE SKILLS
- Python scripting is a minimum requirement.
- 2 of the above years experience using Maya nCloth/Syflex for a variety of effects (including cloth simulation, gore effects, muscle simulation)
- FX Animation Experience
- Previous rigging experience
SOFT SKILLS
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision; strong trouble shooting/problem solving ability
- Able to take direction and work in a team focused environment, good communication skills are a must
- Solid work ethic and a positive attitude in the face of challenging situations
- Strong problem solving skills
BENEFITS INCLUDED
+Extended Medical
+Disability Insurance
+Dental Insurance
HOW TO MAKE YOUR APPLICATION STAND OUT
- APPLY ONLY ONCE.
We keep your resume on file for 6 months so no need to apply again unless there are significant changes or unless you're applying for a different position. - ALWAYS APPLY WITH THE SAME EMAIL
We want to be able to reach you easily and much of our correspondence is via email and this helps us keep your information together in one file. That way you're not lost in the system. - Resume - Include in your resume the names of the company's you worked with and the dates you were there. Max 2 pages.
- Cover Letter - tell us a little about yourself and what makes you the ideal candidate.
- Reel Breakdown - demonstrates what you did on each shot and the tools used - Go ahead! Show off your talent/skills here.