Pipeline TDs are responsible for developing and maintaining software tools, providing front-line support to artists, and general troubleshooting of the CG pipeline in a fast-paced, episodic visual effects production environment. The primary focus is creative problem solving and facilitating artist workflows to ensure efficiency.
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Develop pipeline tools to meet immediate production demands, ensuring company-wide compatibility and consistency
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Help maintain a wide array of existing workflows and scripts.
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Provide front-line production support, troubleshoot, and help artists with general problem-solving. Monitor email requests, assess and redirect issues to appropriate resources where needed.
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Work closely with pipeline and systems teams in testing, and releasing new and modified software and systems.
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Act as an on-call resource for show production staff
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Collaborate effectively with artists, production supervisors, and technical staff
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Identify day-to-day priorities in conjunction with supervisors; act autonomously.
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Work primarily on workflow tools requiring introductory knowledge of the larger pipeline spec.
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Develop comprehensive knowledge of software and systems and contribute to evolving standards and conventions used in production.
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Update documentation for the pipeline and tools to reflect changes.
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Proficiency in Windows
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Strong/Advanced Python scripting required
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Experience in one or more of 3dsmax, Maya, Nuke, Houdini, Mari, Shotgun or similar
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Direct experience with CG workflows and techniques
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Ability to communicate cross-discipline and provide innovative solutions to pipeline issues.
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Detail oriented and strong self-sufficient trouble shooter.
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Good knowledge of the entire visual effects process, from shooting to modeling and texturing, animation, rendering and compositing
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Experience with production database systems
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Experience with C, C++
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Experience with Windows development a plus.
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related technical field.
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Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining tools for use in computer graphics.
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At least 3 years production experience in visual effects for film, commercials, or television.
Who We Are:
Distillery VFX is a full-service boutique visual effects studio in Vancouver, BC, Canada, We’re an ensemble of experienced compositors and generalists focused on delivering high-end environment and compositing work.
Our namesake is derived from our team’s deepest core value:
To refine our processes and workflows to their purest and most efficient forms.
What We Offer:
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Competitive salary based on experience
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A fun, creative and collaborative environment
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Learn from the best in the biz
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Dog-friendly workplace
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Hybrid workplace
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Commitment to COVID-19 Safety