Creature TD

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• • Builds and designs new workflows in and out of Maya and in-house tools for advanced creatures. This may include workflows in motion capture, virtual production, and other software.
  • Tests and troubleshoots animation controls and makes adjustments as necessary throughout the production cycle
  • Mentors other members of the Creature Dev, Rigging, and CFX team
  • Contribute/develop tools, rig modules, workflow, and plugins for the Rigging department
  • Runs simulations for shot production; troubleshoots and provides revision based on the feedback from supervisor or client
  • Models shot and/or cleans existing hair/cloth simulations
  • Supports pipeline animation principles, timing, and departmental interdependencies
  • Communicates and partners with the Creature Dev, Rigging, and CFX department on an ongoing basis regarding updates, changes, and general status updates

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• • Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in art and/or engineering or equivalent experience
  • Minimum four (4) years of rigging and/or CFX simulation experience for high profile VFX and/or animation projects
  • Expert knowledge/experience of human/creature anatomies
  • Expert knowledge of creature deformation and puppet rigging techniques
  • Strong Python experience
  • Expert knowledge of Maya
  • Houdini, Ziva, Unreal experience (a plus)
  • Motion Capture Experience (Motion Builder, Faceware) (a plus)
  • Shot finaling experience (a plus)

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