Production Services Technician - Pipeline & Automation

Sony Imageworks; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major visual effects studio located in Vancouver is looking for a Production Services Technician to optimize workflows and manage production data. The ideal candidate must have strong Python scripting skills and the ability to enhance media processes through automation. Responsibilities include overseeing data integrity, monitoring rendering queues, and providing technical support across departments. This role offers significant opportunities for career advancement within the studio's diverse production environment.

Qualifications

• Expertise in managing production-related data ensuring integrity and compliance.
• Ability to optimize tools and workflows for efficiency.
• Experience in coding automation for media handling and deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Leverage software engineering to optimize tools and pipelines.
• Oversee production data integrity and accessibility.
• Monitor rendering queues and troubleshoot issues.
• Code automation to enhance media preparation efficiency.
• Ingest and deliver media while adhering to facility standards.
• Provide technical support and communication across teams.
• Submit issue reports and coordinate remediation efforts.

Skills

Python scripting

Data management

Technical communication

Problem-solving

Software engineering

Job description

A major visual effects studio located in Vancouver is looking for a Production Services Technician to optimize workflows and manage production data. The ideal candidate must have strong Python scripting skills and the ability to enhance media processes through automation. Responsibilities include overseeing data integrity, monitoring rendering queues, and providing technical support across departments. This role offers significant opportunities for career advancement within the studio's diverse production environment.