Animation TD

DNEG; India; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobvite, Inc. is seeking an Animation TD (FEAT) to work with the Anim Tech Sups, Pipe artists, animators and CG supervisors to debug shots from animation and improve workflows for high-calibre performances.

You will help spec, develop, and test new animation tools, contribute to the production pipeline, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver efficient, production-ready tools and techniques that empower artists to achieve better results in a fast-paced feature workflow.

Qualifications

• Experience as Pipeline TD with basic Python and USD.
• Strong Maya experience and familiarity with Houdini and Katana.
• Understanding of Linux/Unix operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Help spec, develop and test new animation tools.
• Collaborate with Anim Tech Sups, Pipe artists, Animators, CG Supervisors to debug shots.
• Support animators to improve workflows and techniques for high-calibre performances.

Skills

Maya

Python

USD

Pipeline TD

Linux/Unix

Tools

Houdini

Katana

Job description

Animation TD (FEAT)

Key Purpose of the Job:

As an Anim TD, you will work directly with the Anim Tech Sups, Pipe artists, Animators, CG Supervisors, Production and various other animation-linked Department teams (like Rigging and Layout) to debug shots from Animation. To assist animators in improving their workflows and techniques, in order to create the highest calibre animated performances in the industry.

Job Duties

• Anim TDs will help spec, develop, document and test new animation tools when the opportunities arise.
• We are looking for proactive talent with excellent communication skills, strongtechnical problem solving skills, with an appreciation/understanding of the creative, in order to produce high-end imagery.
• This opportunity is geared toward talent looking to gain experience on an animated feature film; with career aspirations including Supervision, or artists in our Pipe, Layout, CFX, FX, Lighting, or Animation departments.

Must Have

• Experience as either a Pipeline TD, including basic knowledge of Python and USD, or as a Technical Animator with in-depth Maya knowledge
• Strong experience using Maya, with basic understanding of other 3D Software packages like Houdini and Katana. An understanding of Linux/Unix based operating systems
• Solid understanding of the animation department and how it fits in a wider production pipeline
• Proficient understanding of how/why animation tools aid animation workflows
• Interest in the production pipeline as a whole, with a particular emphasis on the Animation department
• An understanding of form, texture, physical motion, weight, balance, and lighting
• Strong problem solving skills

About You

• Ability to effectively communicate with animators including those with little technical knowledge as well as very technical production technology teams
• Organised, proactive, goal oriented and a self-starter
• A team player and excellent communicator, with a keenness for collaboration
• Adaptable and willing to learn new skills and techniques – including proprietary software
• Calm under pressure and committed to meet production deadlines