3D Team Head

Knack Studios; Chennai; In loco; INR 3.500.000 - 6.000.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Knack Studios in Chennai is seeking a 3D Team Head to supervise a skilled 3D VFX group and drive high-quality cinematic productions. The role focuses on managing resources, schedules, and technical direction across modeling, texturing, lighting, rigging, and animation.

The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of experience in 3D leadership within film, television or gaming, with hands-on expertise in Maya, Blender, Houdini, or 3ds Max, and a strong ability to mentor teams while delivering on

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in Visual Effects, Animation, Film Production, or equivalent industry experience.
• 7+ years of experience in 3D Head or similar roles within the film, television, or gaming industries.
• Hands-on experience with software and in-house pipeline tools.

Mansioni

• Establish clear objectives for the 3D team, including project timelines, quality standards, and client expectations.
• Plan and manage the project using VFx production pipeline and organization software.
• Communicate issues to the Line Producer to resolve them quickly.
• Assess the scope of work and allocate resources, including manpower and software tools, to meet deadlines; monitor resource utilization.
• Offer technical guidance and stay updated on industry trends to provide insights to the team.
• Develop clear guidelines and standards for 3D work and ensure adherence.
• Implement a system for tracking progress of 3D works using project management tools.
• Offer timely feedback to artists with constructive guidance for improvement.
• Perform regular quality checks on completed 3D shots to ensure they meet requirements.

Conoscenze

3D workflows

Leadership

Attention to detail

Decision making

Project planning

Pipeline management

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Visual Effects or related field

Strumenti

Maya

Blender

Houdini

3ds Max

Descrizione del lavoro

Position

3D Team Head

Location

Chennai (On-Site)

Experience

7+ Years

Employment Type

Full-Time

About Us

Knack Studios is a full-service post-production facility with a focus on rendering your dreams into cinematic experiences. Spearheaded by filmmakers, Knack Studios is powered by equipment and technologies available for the first time in South India, making us the preferred post-production studio.

In a short span of 7 years, Knack Studios has delivered 850+ successful projects in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam & Kannada.

Headquartered at Chennai in a state of the art secure 20,000 square feet spread across two locations and a 6000 square feet facility in Hyderabad, Knack Studios offers services in Sound, Colour grading and Visual Effects enabling client to realize their artistic vision.

Role Overview

The VFX 3D Team Head supervises a team skilled in various aspects of 3D visual effects production. They manage project resources and schedules, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work. Additionally, they provide technical direction and support in 3D modeling, texturing, animation, and rendering. The Team Head fosters collaboration among team members, encouraging knowledge sharing and skill development. They also oversee quality control to ensure the final output meets project requirements and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Begin by establishing clear objectives for the 3D team, including project timelines, quality standards, and client expectations. Ensure everyone understands their roles and responsibilities within the team.
• Effectively plan and manage the project using VFx production pipeline, Organization software’s.
• Anticipate and Communicate issues to the Line Producer in order to resolve issues quickly.
• Assess the scope of work and allocate resources, including manpower and software tools, effectively to meet project deadlines. Monitor resource utilization and make adjustments as necessary to optimize productivity.
• Offer technical guidance and support to team members, helping them navigate challenges and achieve high-quality results. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to provide relevant insights to the team.
• Develop clear guidelines and standards for 3D work, including quality expectations, project timelines, and communication protocols. Ensure that all team members understand these guidelines and adhere to them throughout the project.
• Implement a system for tracking the progress of 3D works, such as using project management software or spreadsheets. Regularly review the status of each shot to monitor progress and identify any potential delays or issues.
• Offer timely feedback to artists on their 3D work, focusing on both strengths and areas for improvement. Provide specific and constructive feedback that helps artists understand how they can enhance their work quality and efficiency.
• Perform regular quality checks on completed 3D shots to ensure they meet

Skills & Attributes

• Strong knowledge of 3D workflows including modeling, texturing, lighting, rigging, and animation.
• Proficiency in industry-standard 3D software (e.g., Maya, Blender, Houdini, 3ds Max).
• Strong leadership and team management skills, capable of guiding teams to meet artistic and technical objectives.
• Adaptable, attentive to detail, and adept at solving problems under tight deadlines.
• Ability to make critical decisions, resolve conflicts, and evaluate alternatives effectively.
• Familiar with project planning, resource allocation, and pipeline management.
• Self-Image: Confident, Go-getter and adaptable.
• Traits: Persistent, Willingness to learn, Creative and Approachable.
• Motives: Hungry for personal growth and Win-Win-Win Philosophy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Visual Effects, Animation, Film Production, or equivalent industry experience.
• 7+ years of experience in 3D Head or similar roles within the film, television, or gaming industries.
• Hands-on experience with Software’s and in-house pipeline tools.

Willingness to travel and adapt to various production environments.