BC - CG Supervisor - Stop Motion VFX Project
BC - CG Supervisor - Stop Motion VFX Project
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Job Description
CG Supervisor
All applicants must be residents of British Columbia Canada.
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada ie. Citizen PR Open Work Permit.
At this time were pleased to offer this role as an option to work from home OR work from our Vancouver studio in the beautiful Gastown area close to the Waterfront Station in Downtown. (Remote is not available outside of BC; there is no hybrid)
About Zoic
Zoic Studios is a Visual Effects company that specializes in high end visual effects for television film and advertising. Our mantra is VisualEvolution- we focusoneverypart of theprocess from the final picture to the pipeline used to create them.
Are youlooking for your nextcreative and technical challengeCome join our team!
Why Join Zoic
- We are an Artist owned and operated VFX studio.
- We love what we do and always stay curious about new technology and techniques.
- We respect work/life balance in a hectic industry.
- We work with a team from all walks of life and backgrounds.
We are excited to share an incredible stop-motion animated feature project that promises creativity collaboration and a fantastic chance to showcase your skills!
Summary of Position
The CG Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all shot production elements of Visual Effects (VFX). This position is the key collaborator in defining and implementing creative and technical strategies for VFX production.
Job Functions
- Partner with team to evaluate and achieve technical and creative solutions for shot production.
- Build a holistic view from assets - character hard surface and organic builds - to effects elements animation and crowds lighting and how compositing will be used.
- Advise production on asset task bidding scheduling and load distribution.
- With production ensure shot production artists have necessary task information at launch.
- Oversee crowds CFX FX and lighting in sequences and work closely with teams to ensure tasks are completed on schedule and quality standards are met.
- Follow progress of all tasks facilitate their completion and determine when they are ready for publishing and/or additional reviews.
- Troubleshoot production problems and proactively work to minimize their impact.
- Participate in technology related meetings and advise on priorities tool and pipeline development.
- Participate in cross-departmental meetings and reviews.
- Proactively seek industry innovations to streamline workflows and participate in testing and implementation.
- Oversee design and execution of documentation and training materials.
Qualifications
- 7 years of CG Development experience using Maya Houdini Renderman and Katana on live-action TV or feature film productions.
- Strong communication skills; ability to convey complex ideas and creative vision in simple terms to creative partners.
- Strong understanding of overall production process with emphasis on shot production for feature film pipelines.
- Experience with Linux (or another Unix) operating system required.
- Strong understanding of VFX pipeline with a focus on CG work from on-set capture to compositing.
- Experience defining internal CG deliverables that will satisfy downstream disciplines required.
- Ability to translate concept art and storyreel into production descriptions
- Ability to successfully delegate mentor and manage team members and projects under tight deadlines.
Additional information
- British Columbia Employeesapproximate Pay Range: $140K - $160K(The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors including without limitation the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position years of relevant experience level of education attained certifications or other professional licenses held and if applicable the location of the position)
- Zoic does not cover relocation costs.
- All and any WFHpositions require the candidate to have a reliable internet connection via ethernet and be located in BC working on Pacific Standard Time.
- This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.
- Due to the volume of applications we receive we regret that only those selected to interviewwill be contacted.
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
Employment Type
Contract
