Assistant Technical Director (Compositing)
Assistant Technical Director (Compositing)
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$ 70000 - 110000
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Job Description
Job description
This is a full-time staff position with benefits within our New York team. While local candidates are preferred we are open to considering remote applications from within the U.S. who can work standard Eastern Time business hours.
The Assistant Technical Director (ATD) supports develops and maintains the creative and technical toolset for the compositing team with a primary focus on artist facing tools and scripts built within Nuke. The ATD works closely with the Head of 2D senior artists and the pipeline team to identify workflow bottlenecks and develop robust solutions. This is a hands-on technical role that requires a keen eye for both creative process and technical problem-solving.
What youll do:
Troubleshoot and maintain department tools that ensure seamless data exchange between core applications like Nuke Maya and Houdini
Act as the first point of contact for urgent technical issues within Nuke
Facilitate communication between the Compositing and Pipeline teams
Collaborate with artists to create tools to improve workflow aiming to automate repetitive tasks
Document problems solutions and development efforts together with usage guides for all tools updating as necessary
Collaborate with Pipeline Technical Directors discussing department and show needs and proposing solutions/improvements where necessary via documented channels
Manage production data on a large networked file system ensuring data integrity and accessibility for all departments
Job requirements
Previous experience of Python and Shell scripting
Strong knowledge of Nuke
Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix
Familiarity with a variety of other commercial graphics applications such as Maya or Houdini
Previous experience in visual effects CG animation or video game production
Excellent problem solving abilities
Strong communication and documentation skills
Ability to work well in a collaborative environment
A passion and curiosity for advancements in computer graphics technology from visual effects to software or video games
You might also have:
An understanding of colorspace
Experience in Unreal/real time engines is useful but not essential
A broad understanding of the Visual Effects process from shooting through to compositing is an advantage
Familiarity with Autodesks Flow Production Tracking (Shotgrid)
New York Employees Pay Range: $70000 - $110000 per year.
The posted range describes the minimum to maximum range for this job description in the state of New York. The range is posted in accordance with the New York Pay Transparency Bill. The range for this same position may be lower or higher in markets outside of New York City. Pay is dependent on the applicants relevant skills experience and qualifications.
Accessibility Statement
Our New Yorkstudio is fully accessible with step-free entry accessible toilets on all floors and quiet spaces available. We are committed to supporting disabled colleagues and providing an inclusive workplace for everyone.
Application Process
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
