Disney Parks And Resorts
Senior Creature Technical Director - Expression of Interest
Disney Parks And Resorts, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Job Summary:
Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.
This posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration; this is not a role that is open at this time. We anticipate this role may be open in the future, but we are not actively hiring for the position. If you would like to be considered for this potential role, please submit your resume. If the role becomes available, you may receive an email or call from a recruiter.
Position Summary
We are looking for a Senior Creature Technical Director who reflects the innovative spirit, creative talent, production excellence, collaborative mindset, and passion for great filmmaking that define ILM.
The Senior Creature Technical Director is responsible for rigging and skinning hero to background creatures, vehicles, and props in Maya as well as setting up and running muscle, hair, rigid, and cloth simulations. The Senior Creature Technical Director is able to wrangle rigging and creature pipeline issues proficiently under the direction and support of their supervisors.
What You'll DoAdvanced Hero-creature rigging and skinning in MayaSet up and run cloth, hair, rigid body, muscle simulationsTroubleshoot creature rigging and pipeline issues for artists in other disciplinesMentor entry level artistsScript utilities/tools/plug-ins in MayaSufficient knowledge of Maya rigging techniques to optimize the performance of rigsParticipate in reviews, dailies, and department meetings as requiredSpecial projects as necessary
What We're Looking For5+ years relevant professional experience and at least college level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR, at least 7 years relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of educationExperience with advanced hero asset rigging and skinning in MayaExperience setting up and running simulation shotworkExperience in corrective sculpting; knowledge of anatomy and skinningPositive attitude and team playerPassion for the workGood communication skillsProficiency with LinuxExpertise with MayaKnowledge of creature simulation in HoudiniExperience with python scriptingNice to have:
Experience with Massive or Houdini crowd softwareC++Basic proficiency in another discipline - modeling, texture, TD, animationExperience with crowd simulations
The hiring range for this position in San Francisco, CA is $113,300 to $148,700 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About Industrial Light & Magic:
Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Lucasfilm Ent Co Ltd, LLC Payroll Svc, which is part of a business we call Industrial Light & Magic.
Lucasfilm Ent Co Ltd, LLC Payroll Svc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.
This posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration; this is not a role that is open at this time. We anticipate this role may be open in the future, but we are not actively hiring for the position. If you would like to be considered for this potential role, please submit your resume. If the role becomes available, you may receive an email or call from a recruiter.
Position Summary
We are looking for a Senior Creature Technical Director who reflects the innovative spirit, creative talent, production excellence, collaborative mindset, and passion for great filmmaking that define ILM.
The Senior Creature Technical Director is responsible for rigging and skinning hero to background creatures, vehicles, and props in Maya as well as setting up and running muscle, hair, rigid, and cloth simulations. The Senior Creature Technical Director is able to wrangle rigging and creature pipeline issues proficiently under the direction and support of their supervisors.
What You'll DoAdvanced Hero-creature rigging and skinning in MayaSet up and run cloth, hair, rigid body, muscle simulationsTroubleshoot creature rigging and pipeline issues for artists in other disciplinesMentor entry level artistsScript utilities/tools/plug-ins in MayaSufficient knowledge of Maya rigging techniques to optimize the performance of rigsParticipate in reviews, dailies, and department meetings as requiredSpecial projects as necessary
What We're Looking For5+ years relevant professional experience and at least college level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR, at least 7 years relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of educationExperience with advanced hero asset rigging and skinning in MayaExperience setting up and running simulation shotworkExperience in corrective sculpting; knowledge of anatomy and skinningPositive attitude and team playerPassion for the workGood communication skillsProficiency with LinuxExpertise with MayaKnowledge of creature simulation in HoudiniExperience with python scriptingNice to have:
Experience with Massive or Houdini crowd softwareC++Basic proficiency in another discipline - modeling, texture, TD, animationExperience with crowd simulations
The hiring range for this position in San Francisco, CA is $113,300 to $148,700 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About Industrial Light & Magic:
Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Lucasfilm Ent Co Ltd, LLC Payroll Svc, which is part of a business we call Industrial Light & Magic.
Lucasfilm Ent Co Ltd, LLC Payroll Svc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.#J-18808-Ljbffr