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8/31

Mumbai, India Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

Position Summary

The youngest of all of the ILM *** , the India studio leverages the expertise and
technological know-how developed over 40 years at *** combined with the top artists and technicians in the region. Knowledge and culture flow freely *** ween the company's five *** and the global team shares tools and workflow allowing for seamless collaboration on all shared projects.

As we grow ILM India, we are seeking a Systems Administrator to join the team and be a part of this exciting opportunity.

The Systems Administrator handles the installation, maintenance, and upgrade of Linux and Windows hardware and software as a member of the Production Systems Operations team.

What you'll do

• Manages Linux and sometimes Windows systems administration, including system installation and configuration, and installing third-party software on ILM production systems.
• Handles maintenance of a multi-petabyte NAS storage infrastructure, including
hardware and software upgrades.
• Assists in the design, deployment and maintenance of all Linux and windows based systems for *** 's India companies in a network/distributed-computing environment.
• Implement and document system enhancements that will improve the reliability and performance of the system.
• Alert management to potential problems and acknowledge emergency events.
• Actively document all processes, procedures and operations for both internal needs and end users when required.
• Work with managers and other systems engineers and administrators to meet the highest demands of the system uptime.
• Act as a liaison for *** with outside systems vendors to obtain ser *** and assistance for production systems.
• Assist in the deployment and maintenance of the backup infrastructure and participate in disaster recovery planning.
• Conduct data restore requests when needed.
• Participate in periodic off-hours downtime performing upgrades, installations, etc.
• Write scripts in at least one administrative language.

What we're looking for

• BS/CS and 3 years hands-on experience with LINUX and Windows systems
administration.
• Programming skills in administrative languages and shell scripting is required.
• Knowledge and exposure to principles of enterprise class SAN/NAS infrastructure a plus.
• Exposure to large scale multiprocessing hardware and software systems a plus.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Professional and friendly ser *** oriented demeanor with co-workers and customers.
• Self-motivated energetic team player who can work alongside others to maximize team
performance.
• Solid decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proactive and willing to complete unassigned tasks and take on tasks beyond job scope.
• Must be willing to carry a phone and participate in an on-call rotation.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs required.

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About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** Entertainment, *** , *** Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

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7/26

Senior Systems Engineer

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

ILM opened its Sydney studio in the winter of 2019. The Sydney studio leverages the expertise and technological know-how developed over 40 years at *** combined with the top artists and technicians in the region. Knowledge and culture flow freely *** ween the company's four *** and the global team shares tools and workflow allowing for seamless collaboration on all shared projects.

As we grow ILM Sydney, we are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with experience in Linux, Automation & Cloud to join the team and be a part of this exciting opportunity.

The Senior Systems Engineer is responsible for the planning, implementation and maintenance of systems that contribute to the smooth running of all technology in Sydney, working as a member of the global ILM Production Systems Operations team.

Your role?

The role is responsible for developing and maintaining the core services of ILM and its divisions globally, ensuring the smooth and efficient deployment and execution of core services for use by other IT, IS, & engineering teams and throughout the user base. They will be active in both development projects and ser *** support. Key to the role is implementing and maintaining hardware, operating system images for Windows and Linux, virtual infrastructure standards, tools and other systems that enable core IT services across the company's locations globally.
As well as drawing on traditional IT techniques, the team takes advantage of modern DevOps approaches to ensure the availability of IT services that provide the core foundation essential for the smooth operation of our multi-site, award winning visual effects company.

What will you be doing?

• Act as a technical lead on key technology projects, ensuring implementations follow best practices and are in line with project objectives.
• Subject matter expert in Linux, Automation and Cloud based technologies.
• Provide internal level 3 support on technologies within IT Operations.
• Drive operational efficiencies of the IT infrastructure to the highest levels, through implementing effective ser *** monitoring, maintenance programs and foundational system design with a global perspective.
• Work closely with other technical groups to ensure that IT standards and technologies are in line with overall technical direction and security posture of ILM.
• Maintain documentation and processes around key IT services in the organization.
• Mentor other Systems Engineers and Administrators to advance their technical knowledge of systems management, automation and DevOps strategies.
• Provide excellent customer ser *** support, including clear verbal and written communications.
• Must be available via mobile phone to participate in team on-call rotations during work and non-work hours.
• Participates in the activities of the globally distributed IT team, including:
development and support activities, regular status and planning meetings as time zones permit.
• Collaborate closely with IT, PE, IS and R&D teams globally.
• Ensures the high availability of configuration management and ser *** deployment systems.
• Maintains a working knowledge of industry trends and technical advancements.

To be a contributing member of this team, you will have a mix of these skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience.
• 8-10 years of experience as a professional IT engineer / administrator, preferably in the visual effects or computer animation industries, building and supporting IT systems in a multi-platform high performance production environment.
• Experience mentoring others in company procedures.
• A thorough knowledge of industry-specific technologies including high-performance NAS/SAN systems (eg. Isilon, NetApp, 3Par etc.) and distributed rendering/computing technologies.
• Deep understanding of IT security concepts, procedures and implementations.
• A working knowledge of networking and security concepts and technologies.
• Extensive Linux system administration experience using mainstream Linux OS.
• Thorough understanding of system performance issues and tuning.
• Proven experience designing, building, automating and running large-scale technical infrastructures in a multi-site, multi-platform environment.
• Experience with configuration management systems eg. Ansible, Salt, CFEngine, etc.
• Experience in the following technology products: Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft SCCM, VMWare, Veeam Backup, *** Web Services or Google Cloud Platform.
• Understanding of DNS, DHCP, LDAP, Kerberos, and OAUTH2/SAML2.0 systems.
• A clear and concise communicator, written and verbal, with the ability to keep end users informed of progress and managers informed of requests.
• An effective listener: able to engage with and understand others to discover what their requirements are.
• A great team player with a proven ability to resolve problems professionally, systematically and with a collaborative approach.
• Time management skills are key - must be able to prioritize a multitude of requests and not be afraid to ask for help if the path isn't clear.
• Passionate about delivering rigorous follow-through on assigned tasks.
• An agile, flexible and quick thinker: this is an energetic, dynamic environment requiring an ability to adapt to rapidly changing requirements.
• Detailed oriented, highly organized self-starter,

Preferred Skills / Competencies:

• Knowledge of ITIL framework concepts.
• Familiarity with Blade workstations, Teradici portals etc.
• Understanding of different project management methodologies.
• Experience with containerization systems such as Docker.
• Familiarity with SQL databases, such as Oracle SQL, MS-SQL, PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• OS deployment techniques such as PXE and kickstart.
• Experienced with monitoring technologies such as PRTG, InMon, Zabbix, etc.

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This position is with *** Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call *** . *** Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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6/30

Senior. Producer

Los Angeles, CA Details

Full Time

Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).

Job Title
Sr. Video Producer

Job Description

Seeking a talented, multifaceted Senior Producer to join Entertainment Weekly's dynamic video team. We are looking for a candidate with a proven ability to create content that resonates with an online audience.

The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller, an innovative self-starter with a passion for the creative process, and has the ability to execute projects successfully and efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Must be able to work with the Head of Video to ensure content is on schedule, on budget, and delivered to the requisite level of visual and editorial quality.

The Senior Producer will be responsible for helping to shape and execute the EW video slate by ideating and crafting compelling video content. They should be able to pitch creative ideas in a collaborative environment and see them through from concept to execution. This role requires strong producing and editing capabilities (Premiere required and After Effects strongly encouraged), and the flexibility to switch *** ween these two skills seamlessly.

This candidate will take ownership of multiple projects using their creative, detail-oriented production background. In addition to working with the video team, the ideal candidate will partner closely with EW's editorial leads and social team to make data informed production strategies and creative decisions for EW's various video platforms. Thus, it is important for this person to be social *** -savvy and understand how and why people view and share videos online.

You should be passionate about all things pop culture and have a familiarity of the celebrity space.

II. Essential Job Functions

Weight %: Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results:

PRODUCTION: 40%

Producing digital videos from concept to delivery, coordinating shoots alongside the editorial and social teams (field, studio, and virtual shoots), overseeing a crew of freelancers on set, and assisting in the digital roll out of edits.

POST PRODUCTION: 40%

Editing digital videos, overseeing internal and external edits from other editors, basic color correction and sound editing skills, basic motion design/editing of series graphics, and backing up/archiving projects.

15 %
Meaningfully participating in creative brainstorms for new content and series, social *** campaigns, and sponsorship initiatives.

5 %
Other duties as assigned by the Head of Video or management.

100%

III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.

Education:

Bachelor's degree required, in a related field preferred, but not mandatory. Related would be Film/TV, Journalism, Communication, Creative writing, etc.
Experience:
5+ years in a production environment, with at least 3 of those years working as a producer/editor in a digital video role.

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong knowledge of entertainment, pop culture, and the EW brand.
Strong Adobe Premiere editing experience and basic After Effects knowledge is required.
Must have a working knowledge of video gear and the ability to operate a camera when needed.
Must have a love for digital video and an eye on trends in the industry.
Must be able to communicate effectively - verbally, in writing, and in person.
Ability to understand content analytics and implement findings into each creative product.
Ability to make quick decisions without losing composure.
Ability to professionally interact with high-level talent and their teams.
Must be able to multitask and manage multiple projects and assignments simultaneously.
Must be flexible regarding work schedules and working on offsite locations when necessary.
Must be proficient in Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
Must be highly organized with excellent follow-through.
Attention to detail and being a self-starter is a must.

Travel Required (Approximate): 5%

It is the policy of *** Operations Corporation ("Dotdash *** ", "the Company") to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing ddm.[Please reply using Staff Me Up] .

The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: ***

Pay Range
Salary: $84,000 - $105,000

The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Dotdash *** 's total compensation package for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses, and short- and long-term incentives. In addition, Dotdash *** provides to employees (and their eligible family members) a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, unlimited paid time off (PTO), adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short term and long term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program, 10-12 paid holidays annually, and generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents), all of which may vary depending on the specific nature of your employment with Dotdash *** and your work location. We also offer voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance.

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6/20

Creature Technical Director (all Levels)

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).

Job Summary:

The Creature Technical Director is responsible for rigging hero and background creature, vehicles, and props as well as CFX. They are able to wrangle rigging and creature pipeline issues proficiently under the direction and support of their supervisors and have the ability to run flesh-surface, hair, rigid sim, crowd, and/or cloth simulations.

What will you be doing?

Advanced Hero-creature rigging and enveloping
Troubleshoot creature rigging and pipeline issues for artists in other disciplines
Mentor entry level artists
Script utilities/tools/plug-ins in Maya
Sufficient knowledge of Maya rigging techniques to optimize the performance of rigs
Participate in reviews, dailies, and department meetings as required
Special projects as necessary

To be a contributing member of this team, you will have a mix of these skills:

At least 5 years relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR, at least 7 years relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of education
Experience with advanced hero asset rigging and enveloping in Maya, on realistic VFX and toon-style animated feature films
Experience setting up and running simulation shot work
Experience in corrective sculpting
Experience with Houdini
Knowledge of anatomy and enveloping
Positive attitude and team player

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This position is with *** Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call *** .

*** Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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6/17

Pipeline Technical Director

Mumbai, India Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

Position Summary

The Pipeline TD is responsible for developing and maintaining software tools, providing front-line support to artists, and general troubleshooting of the CG pipeline in a fast-paced, feature film visual effects production environment. The primary focus is ensuring artist efficiency. Receives day-to-day direction and priorities from show CG Supervisor; reports to R&D supervisor for technical and career guidance.

Primary Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Develop pipeline and asset management tools to meet im *** te, show-directed production demands, ensuring facility-wide consistency as directed by show and technical supervisors. Help maintain a wide array of existing workflows and scripts.
Provide front-line production support across a wide range of disciplines, troubleshoot assets and shots, and help artists with general problem-solving. Monitor email requests, package up problems and redirect to the appropriate engineering team.
Test and validate tools and techniques in production. Work closely with engineering teams in testing, and releasing new and modified software systems.
Act as an on-call resource for show production staff.
Collaborate effectively with artists, production supervisors, and technical staff across ILM *** in San Francisco, Vancouver, Singapore, and London.
When not crewed to shows, serve on software teams working on projects that improve the efficiency of asset setup, caching, and shot-data handoff *** ween artists across the entire pipeline.
Identify day-to-day priorities in conjunction with show supervisors; act autonomously.
Work primarily on tools of a high degree of complexity, requiring broad understanding of the larger pipeline.
Assist junior Pipeline TDs in providing front-line support; resolve complex user errors; guide Pipeline Engineers and R&D with debugging technical issues.
Develop comprehensive knowledge of software and systems; contribute to evolving standards and conventions used in production.
Update documentation for the pipeline and tools to reflect any changes that are made.

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related technical field.
Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining tools for use in a computer graphics environment.
At least 5 years production experience in visual effects for film, commercials or television.

Required Skills/Competencies

Proficiency in Linux
Advanced Python scripting required
Experience in one or more of Maya, Nuke, Houdini, Mari, Katana, RenderMan or similar
Ability to communicate cross-discipline and provide innovative solutions to pipeline issues.
Detail oriented and strong self-sufficient troubleshooter.
Thorough understanding of the entire visual effects process, from shooting to modeling and texturing, animation, rendering and compositing

Preferred Skills/Competencies

Experience with production database systems
Experience with C, C++
Experience with Windows development and applications such as 3ds max a plus.

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Note: The title and level will be determined commensurate to experience.

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4/19

Technical Assistant

London, United Kingdom Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

Production Summary

The Technical Assistant position is an exciting opportunity for a
technical individual who enjoys problem solving and a passion for cutting edge
technology to contribute across all aspects of production at ILM. This position
provides assistance directly to artists and production staff and works closely with
production and software engineers to enable the success and efficiency of the
production pipeline.

What you'll do:

• Troubleshooting and dynamic problem solving for layout, animation,
lighting, and post-production workflows
• Image/ *** handling, including conversion, manipulation, quality control,
and playback for visual reviews
• Render troubleshooting and queue management
• Data management, including monitoring/cleanup of disk space usage, file
transfer, and quality assurance
• Communication *** ween artists, production, and technical groups for the
timely resolution of any issues affecting production.
• Data archival and restores
• Automation of common tasks and reports to improve efficiency of all
aspects of the production pipeline

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent degree.
• Aesthetic eye and/or artistic background highly desired.
• Proven knowledge of and experience with Windows and UNIX/Linux
operating systems.
• Professional experience programming (i.e. C/C++) and scripting language
experience (i.e. Python, Perl) a must.
• Understanding of, and experience with, 3D modeling/animation software
(i.e. Maya) highly desired.
• Familiarity with film, video and animation post production and/or computer
graphics techniques highly desired.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Strong social
skills and the ability to effectively interact with diverse personalities.
• Strong time management skills; Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and in team settings.
• Highly motivated. Career focus for animation, visual effects, or games
industries

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About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** Entertainment, *** , *** Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ILM (UK) Ltd. , which is part of a business we call *** .
ILM (UK) Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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3/9

Senior. Graphic Artist - Cnn Design, Pte (temporary)

Atlanta, GA Details

Full Time

Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

Welcome to *** Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are...

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role...

The Senior Graphics Artist position will design and produce still and animated graphic content for Live News and Feature Programming. Communicate with producers, graphic supervisors, and other design team members to support a range of graphics requests. Expert multi-tasker able to support daily news requests while working on quick turn animations, package development and longer term branding initiatives. Produce high quality design under tight deadlines while maintaining strict accuracy, visual clarity and meets technical standards.

Your Role Accountabilities...

Create graphics to support Design network programming with a focus on animated content.
Accomplished motion designer with exceptional skills creating animated content for both program branding and explainer graphics.
Able to develop animations for branded programming that effectively support key Editorial content goals in a dynamic, visually compelling manner.
Able to take a verbal script and translate complex ideas into easily understandable visual presentations.
Must possess excellent audio skills working with music, sound design and voice track.
Exhibits exceptional branding skills. Is equally able to develop branding and work within defined style guides.
Thorough understanding of Design standards and Style is appropriately applied and advocated on all projects. Sound editorial thinking applied when producing graphics in support of news content.
Successfully manages time and resources to create a diverse scope of graphics supporting daily news and other network programming. Balances time vs workload to consistently deliver effective results.
During breaking news, quickly determines graphic needs of both networks; promptly and accurately expedites all necessary elements. Follows through with the editorial staff of both networks to ensure all needs are met.

Qualifications & Experience...

Degree from accredited art school with emphasis in graphic design, motion design or related field (illustration, photography, industrial design, visual communications) or equivalent work experience.
Displays outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with other teams under pressure.
Embraces working in a diverse, collaborative environment and is willing to train and assist other designers on various levels. Actively contribute to overall positive and creative atmosphere of the department.
Excellent computer, organizational and interpersonal skills required.
Expert level at Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Etc.).
Cinema 4D knowledge is a plus
Knowledge of world news and current events. Flexible schedule: Ability to work extended hours, including overnight hours and weekends as needed.
Flexible schedule: Ability to work extended hours, including overnight hours and weekends as needed.
Reel/work examples required, be prepared to highlight 2-3 case studies and specific contribution for each.

How We Get Things Done...

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

The Legal Bits...

*** Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at [Please reply using Staff Me Up].

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12/21

Editor I, News

Spartanburg, SC Details

Full Time

****-TV, in Greenville/Spartanburg, SC has an opening for a News Editor. The News Editor operates editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and other programming.

Organizes and strings together raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or instructions for newscasts and other programming
Reviews assembled footage on screens or monitors to determine whether corrections are necessary
Trims filmed segments to specified lengths and reassembles segments into sequences that present stories with maximum effect
Determines the specific audio and visual effects necessary to complete spots
Sets up and operates computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units to produce a final product
Selects and combines the most effective shots of each scene to form a logical and smoothly running story
Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, work product and desired effects.
Maintains editing equipment
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills :

High school diploma
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Minimum two years' experience operating video editing equipment
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Proficiency with video editing equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

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12/10

Editor 1, Video

Spartanburg, SC Details

Full Time

12/10

Am Editor I, News

Amarillo, TX Details

Full Time

11/24

Senior Pipeline Technical Director

Mumbai, India Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

The youngest of all of the ILM *** , the Mumbai studio leverages the expertise and technological know-how developed over 40 years at *** combined with the top artists and technicians in the region. Knowledge and culture flow freely *** ween the company's five *** and the global team shares tools and workflow allowing for seamless partnership on all shared projects.

As we grow ILM Mumbai, we are seeking a Senior Pipeline Technical Director to join as one of the first members of the team and be a part of building the studio and its technology infrastructure.

The Senior Pipeline TD will be tasked with developing and maintaining software tools, providing front-line assistance to artists, and general troubleshooting of the CG pipeline in a fast-paced, feature film visual effects production environment. The primary focus is ensuring artist efficiency.

What You'll Do

Develop pipeline and asset management tools to meet im *** te, show-directed production demands, ensuring facility-wide consistency as directed by show and technical supervisors. Help maintain a wide array of existing workflows and scripts.
Provide front-line production support across a wide range of disciplines, troubleshoot assets and shots, and help artists with general problem-solving. Monitor email requests, package up problems and redirect to appropriate engineering team.
Test and validate tools and techniques in production. Work closely with engineering teams in testing and releasing new and modified software systems.
Act as an on-call resource for show production staff.
Work effectively with artists, production supervisors, and technical staff across ILM *** in San Francisco, Vancouver, Singapore, and London.
When not crewed to shows, serve on software teams working on projects that improve the efficiency of asset setup, caching, and shot-data handoff *** ween artists across the entire pipeline.
Drive pipeline priorities in conjunction with show supervisors.
Work on tools of greatest complexity and sophistication, requiring the broadest knowledge of the larger pipeline and facility needs.
Assist other Pipeline TDs in providing front-line assistance for the most complex of end-user problems; guide engineering teams in debugging technical issues and eliminating root causes of problems.
Develop comprehensive knowledge of software and systems; drive the development and evolution of standards and conventions used in production.
Update documentation for the pipeline and tools to reflect any changes that are made.

What We're Looking For

Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining tools for use in a computer graphics environment.
At least 8 years production experience in visual effects for film, commercials or television.
Required Skills/Competencies
Proficiency in Linux
Advanced Python scripting required
Proficient in one or more of Maya, Nuke, Houdini, Mari, Katana, RenderMan or similar
Ability to communicate cross-discipline and provide innovative solutions to pipeline issues
Detail oriented and strong self-sufficient trouble shooter
Comprehensive knowledge of the entire visual effects process, from shooting to modeling and texturing, animation, rendering and compositing
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related technical field
Preferred Skills/Competencies
- Experience with production database systems
- Experience with C, C++
- Experience with Windows development and applications such as 3ds max a plus

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About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive *** . From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with UTV Software Communications Private Ltd , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

11/12

Animator

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

The youngest of all of the ILM *** , the Sydney studio leverages the expertise and technological know-how developed over 40 years at *** combined with the top artists and technicians in the region. Knowledge and culture flow freely *** ween the company's four *** and the global team shares tools and workflow allowing for seamless collaboration on all shared projects.

Animators create high quality motion of computer generated characters, creatures and objects within a shot, using a variety of animation software programs, and working under the general supervision of Senior Level and Animation Supervisors.

What you'll do

Responsible for the successful animation of a series of shots on a specific project.
Collaborate with team members in determining various aesthetic solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis.
Maintain or exceed a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work
Expected to "mentor" Entry Level Animators and must be able to support and assist them with their shots.
Perform other tasks related to the creation of computer-generated animation.
Occasionally provide animation references including video recorded performances as part of assigned shot work and to support the animation team

What we're looking for

Bachelors Degree or equivalent in Traditional Animation and 3 years experience OR at least 5 years of experience working in cel, stop motion or computer animation.
Proficiency with Linux desired
Expert understanding of Maya, proprietary and other software programs

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About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive *** . From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ILM (Australia) Pty. Ltd. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

7/15

Modeler

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

The youngest of all of the ILM *** , the Sydney studio leverages the expertise and technological know-how developed over 40 years at *** combined with the top artists and technicians in the region. Knowledge and culture flow freely *** ween the company's five *** and the global team shares tools and workflow allowing for seamless collaboration on all shared projects.

As we grow ILM Sydney, we are seeking modelers to join our team of artists and be a part of this exciting opportunity.
Modelers are responsible for building a variety of creature and/or hard surface models to be used by other disciplines along the pipeline under the direction and guidance of their supervisors.

Primary Responsibilities

Build complex organic and hard surfaced models, including creatures, vehicles, mechanical suits, props and sets, with minimal supervision and art direction
The modeler must incorporate technical expertise, artistic ability, and a basic understanding of animation and anatomy
Works with the team (Technical Directors, Supervisors and Animators) to determine the "look" for an object.
Works with production management to ensure they hit deadlines and deliveries.
Builds the geometry of computer graphic models, with an understanding of how the geometry will be used in the production process.
Performs other tasks related to the creation of computer-generated animation.

Required Skills / Competencies

Demonstrated ability to model a variety of complex 3D objects
Sound familiarity with shape deformation tools
Communicates well with other production artists and production management
Accurately bid and schedule model builds
Ability to lead and mentor junior modelers
Ability to adapt to and develop new techniques
Sets a high standard for all modelers
Excellent time management skills
Demonstrates ability to work with competency, energy and enthusiasm within a team environment with minimal supervision to build complex models.
Demonstrates good listening and communication skills by openly receiving direction and criticism about how to best approach what needs to be done. Im *** tely implements the requested changes and is conscientious about raising flags right away if a solution is not quickly found or if there are any delays. Also, keeps Supervisors and Production in the loop and are up-to-date at all times on the status of one's assignment at all times.
Demonstrates excellent presentation/communication skills in dailies/model review by clearly and briefly outlining what has been accomplished and what should be addressed next.
Demonstrates an excellent eye toward anticipating potential problems and knowing what could look could be improved and what is good enough.
Demonstrates the ability to prioritize tasks extremely well, providing everyone with accurate time estimates on assignment completion.
Proficient at learning proprietary software

Required Technical Skills

Expert in Maya and Zbrush

Preferred Skills / Competencies

Modo, Mudbox, Mari, Photoshop also a plus

Education / Experience

At least 5 years experience

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About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive *** . From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ILM (Australia) Pty. Ltd. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

7/15

Generalist (environments)

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

Generalists create photo-real environments and landscapes and exhibit a strong foundation in photo-realistic, traditional, and digital art skills with an emphasis on landscapes. They work with live action footage, digital still photography, rendered computer graphic elements, and digital paint to create environments that are seamlessly integrated into assigned shotwork.

Successful candidates can model, texture, shade, light, look development and composite CG images or shots, however candidates will be considered if they demonstrate themselves to be exceptional in only one area, as long as they have some experience in all others and are willing to learn.

Primary Responsibilities

Uses artistic and technical skills to work on all aspects of CG images or shots
Creates high quality computer graphics within a shot using a variety of software programs, and working under the general supervision of Senior Level Artists and Generalists
Participates as a team member in determining various aesthetic solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis
Expected to mentor Apprentice and Jr. Artists and must be able to assist them with their shots
Work to meet defined milestones within a timeline
Source suitable reference materials for required assets
Attend dailies and participate in creative problem solving
Responsible for creating original 2D and 3D content that may comprise part or all of an environment
Create multiple types of mattes from simple to moderately difficult and allocates detail based on the shot and feedback
Creates maps in 2D and sets up basic shaders for look development
Creates basic lighting setups in complex shaders that look convincing and render efficiently
We are particularly interested in artists with Houdini skills

Required Skills / Technical Competencies:

Proven ability in one or more CG techniques, including modeling, texturing, shading, lighting, look development, or compositing OR Proven artistic ability in a non-CG field (impressive portfolio of figure drawing, landscape, animals, painting, composition, perspective, etc.)
High level of problem-solving or creative thinking skills
Fluent in Photoshop
Fluent in Houdini, 3dsmax, Maya or similar
Fluent in Vray or MRay or similar ray trace renderer
Comparable software experience considered

Education / Experience:

Degree or 3-5 years relevant experience (professional OR amateur) in one or more of the following fields: Computer Graphics, Fine Arts, Design or Photography

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About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive *** . From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ILM (Australia) Pty. Ltd. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

7/15

Texture Artist

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

The youngest of all of the ILM *** , the Sydney studio leverages the expertise and technological know-how developed over 40 years at *** combined with the top artists and technicians in the region. Knowledge and culture flow freely *** ween the company's five *** and the global team shares tools and workflow allowing for seamless collaboration on all shared projects.

As we grow ILM Sydney, we are seeking a Texture Artist to join the team and be a part of this exciting opportunity.

Primary Responsibilities

Works independently and with production team (VFX Supervisor, Texture Supervisor, Look Dev Supervisor) at an advanced level to execute the desired look of complicated CG models, including complex creatures and/or hard surface models, including ships, real world vehicles and environments.
Participates as a team member in determining various design solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis.
Mentors Junior and mid level Artists.
Maintains or exceeds consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work.

Education / Experience

At least three years of relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college level diploma or higher in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR at least five years of relevant professional VFX experience.
Demo reel and portfolio illustrating understanding and experience in painting, illustration or design.

Required Skills / Competencies

Familiarity with film production; computer graphics
Proficient in Maya, Mari, Zbrush, Photoshop and UV unwrapping tools
Ability to navigate complex pipelines.
Attention to detail.
Ability to learn quickly and assimilate new information.
Good interpersonal and organizational skills.

Preferred Skills / Competencies

Modeling skills a plus.
Katana/Look Dev knowledge a plus.

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About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive *** . From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ILM (Australia) Pty. Ltd. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

7/15

Lighting Supervisor

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

The Lighting Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of Lighting TD's and Leads to create, direct and reflect lighting and shadows that meet the creative direction and vision of the project. This role has shared accountability for the management and deliverables of the Lighting department utilizing research, development, and implementation of new techniques when necessary.

Primary Responsibilities:

Quality and artistic supervision of lighting with input from VFX Supervisor
Designs, implements and critiques generic lighting and compositing to help facilitate the creative "look" of the project
Determines the need and extent of mattes, paintings, effects and shaders for digitally composited shots.
Driven to regularly interact with the Producer and Director to understand the desired look as it relates to lighting for the production.
Deliver final shots to production and ensure final technical check is complete.
Tracking lighting continuity within sequences.
Participates as a Supervising team member in determining various design solutions; efficiency improvements and provides artistic feedback on a shot and sequence level to other team members of the production.
Coaches and guides the team of Lighting TD's to execute quality performance for the project.
Partners with Artist Management to guide artists' overall professional development, providing performance feedback, mentoring, assist with resolving performance issues and maintaining positive morale amongst the crew.
Attend all relevant meetings to promote effective communication throughout the production team.
Actively participates in the recruiting and staffing of the lighting team - assesses the work of prospective candidates for the hiring process.

Required Skills / Technical Competencies:

Extensive management experience of large teams (10+ individuals)
Ability to plan and execute complex 3D lighting scenes including working with layers and passes, doing complex comps and optimizing scenes and renders
Must be self sufficient
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal)
Highly proficient skills in technical problem solving
Demonstrable experience of mentoring and developing artists
Results-driven
Plans well and manages priorities
Stays agile and flexible
Thinks analytically and innovatively
Always curious and seeks new learning opportunities
Strong working knowledge of Linux, Python and shell scripting required.
Look development and/or shader writing preferred
Relevant knowledge of color theory, composition, lighting, aesthetics and how these apply to lighting and rendering in 3D
Strong working knowledge of various software platforms including Katana, Maya, Nuke, or any other high end CG or compositing software.
Knowledge of Clarice desirable but not essential

Preferred Skills / Competencies:

Some photography experience a plus (knowledge of composition, photography terms like depth of field, FOV, aperture, exposure, dynamic range)

Education / Experience:

6+ years' experience as a Lighting Supervisor or role with equivalent level of responsibility in VFX film or on CG animated projects
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Graphics or equivalent work experience
Experience working across different *** /locations and time zones

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About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive *** . From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ILM (Australia) Pty. Ltd. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

7/15

Lead Effects Technical Director

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

The Lead Effects Technical Director is primarily responsible for leading a team of Effects Artists. This role works as a hands-on collaborator with the FX, VFX and CG Supervisor to ensure that all delivered shots maintain ILM's rigorous standards and support the creative vision of the show.

What You'll Do

Designs and creates complicated FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, particle and fluid systems, and rigid body simulations.
Light and render FX elements and produce composites to showcase ideas
Develops and implements new techniques quickly and debugs complicated problems
Sets the standard by continually improving the efficiency, speed, and the quality of the team's output
Provide constructive and consistent creative and technical oversight and feedback on a shot and sequence level to the team
Partners with other discipline leadership in determining various cross department solutions, improvements and collaboration.
Coaches and guides the team of FX artists to execute quality performance for the project.
Works with Production to bid, schedule, and cast shotwork.
Responsible for guiding the overall effects and simulations are on a delivered schedule and budget.
Partners with Talent Management to provide artists with performance feedback, guidance, mentoring, resolving performance issues and maintaining positive morale amongst the crew.
Attends all relevant meetings to promote effective communication throughout the production team.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Graphics or equivalent work experience.
Expert in Houdini software, and knowledge and experience in Python or Vex
10+ year's production experience, also with experience in a leadership role in film visual effects
Proficiency with Linux, Unix,
Produced effects smoke, fire, explosions, water, clouds, steam, particle
Demonstrable experience of mentoring and developing artists
Strong communication skills to present to supervisors and mentor the artist team
Can develop small scale, show specific tools for non-FX TDs and other FX TDs

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About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive *** . From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ILM (Australia) Pty. Ltd. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

7/15

Production Coordinator

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

ILM opened its Sydney studio in the July 2019. The youngest of all of the ILM *** , the Sydney studio leverages the expertise and technological know-how developed over 40 years at *** combined with the top artists and technicians in the region. Knowledge and culture flow freely *** ween the company's five *** and the global team shares tools and workflow allowing for seamless collaboration on all shared projects.
As we grow ILM Sydney, we are seeking a Production Coordinator to join the team and be a part of this exciting opportunity.

The Production Coordinator's primary emphasis is on scheduling, communication and coordination for a specific group (discipline) of artists (or multiple groups) on any given project. This position reports to Project ("Show") Producer and Production Manager, while also working with other Coordinators on the project in keeping the show operating in an organized and efficient manner. Coordinators are also responsible for working with and delegating to the project Production Assistants. Each Coordinator usually works closely with their specific group of artists' Supervisor or Lead in crewing, scheduling, and managing that group's body of work. Coordinators are significant points of information on the show and need to be able to balance multiple needs, projects, and tasks at one time.

Primary Responsibilities

Work closely with your discipline supervisors and/or leads in crewing, casting and scheduling your discipline's body of work, keeping in mind the overall show schedule, client reviews, bids, and other discipline needs.
Establish a process for communicating discipline targets, assignments, and priorities to your artist crew, as well as the overall show crew. This should be daily and/or weekly.
Schedule, track, and manage assigned work within the ILM Internal Tracking Tool as well working with Production Managers to display the information in a physical form (magnet boards / conference rooms) in order to be visible to the team.
Ensure work is on schedule for each department and is meeting internal and external (client) deadlines. Check in with artists on a regular basis regarding workload, targets, needs, etc
Set up turnovers with discipline crew. Communicate turnover information to all artists assigned to asset(s) or shot(s).
Track client needs, reviews and deliveries to make sure your discipline hits their targets.
Serve as key communication liaison *** ween all parties relevant to your work. Provide updates, priorities, reschedules, and status of all shots at any given moment.
Anticipate and communicate issues to leadership team(s) to reach solutions in a timely manner.
Supervise, delegate to, and train assigned Production Assistant(s).
Act as primary point person for organizing dailies/shot reviews throughout the day on behalf of your discipline Supe/Lead. Take notes regarding feedback and decisions made and enter any required information into the Internal Tracking System/communicate to all so as to provide updates to all others impacted.
Prioritization and escalation of technical support issues.
Perform special projects as needed.
Communicates with all parties on the project, from Supervisors to Production leadership and peers, to artists.

Education / Experience

Three years work experience in production to include strong working knowledge of post production techniques and terminology.

Required Skills / Competencies

Proficiency in Macs/PCs including Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of UNIX and familiarity with Google Suite is preferred.
Must possess very strong organizational and communication skills and be able to handle a variety of tasks in an efficient manner while meeting deadlines.
Attention to detail, follow through and strong communication skills.

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About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive *** . From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ILM (Australia) Pty. Ltd. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

7/15

Technical Assistant I

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

ILM opened its Sydney studio in July 2019. The youngest of all of the ILM *** , the Sydney studio leverages the expertise and technological know-how developed over 40 years at *** combined with the top artists and technicians in the region. Knowledge and culture flow freely *** ween the company's five *** and the global team shares tools and workflow allowing for seamless collaboration on all shared projects.
As we grow ILM Sydney, we are seeking a Technical Assistant to join the team and be a part of this exciting opportunity.

We are looking for a Technical Assistant who reflects the innovative spirit, creative talent, production excellence, collaborative mindset and passion for great filmmaking that define ILM.
The Technical Assistant is primarily responsible for managing internal computer and storage production resources. You will work very closely with artists, production, and other technical staff to ensure resources are allocated appropriately and used in the most efficient manner possible. Working closely with production, TAs are afforded the opportunity to learn the artistic workflows, pipelines and tools first-hand.

What You'll Do:

Prioritizes overnight renders on both Linux.
Coordinates processor allocations with Production and balances processor demands within show, *** ween shows, and as a share of facility pool.
Monitors processor and file server utilization and health of jobs in the farm throughout the day and overnight.
Identifies problem shots and works with artists and CG supervisors to fix issues.
Monitors disk usage for the facility, with a particular focus on individual shows, and on a shot-by-shot basis within those shows.
Manage reference materials through our internal image library system. This includes uploading/removing images and providing assistance when users encounter issues with the system.

What We're Looking For:

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
A years relevant work experience
Proven ability and experience working well in teams
Excellent interpersonal, and communication skills (both oral and written)
Excellent computer skills with good knowledge in Unix/Linux environment
Strong programming and scripting experience; Python
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
You probably have a years relevant work experience
You have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent or you have gained that experience by working in our industry.

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About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive *** . From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ILM (Australia) Pty. Ltd..

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

7/15

CG Supervisor

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

ILM opened its Sydney studio in 2019. The youngest of all of the ILM *** , the Sydney studio leverages the expertise and technological know-how developed over 40 years at *** combined with the top artists and technicians in the region. Knowledge and culture flow freely *** ween the company's five *** and the global team shares tools and workflow allowing for seamless collaboration on all shared projects.
We are seeking a CG Supervisor to join the team.

Working under the direction of the Producer and the VFX Supervisor, the CG Supervisor ensures all delivered shots maintain the group's rigorous technical standards and assist with the creative vision of the Director by directing the artists' work, technical skills, organization and communication.

Primary Responsibilities:

Crewed to a show (or multiple smaller shows when needed) and owns all decisions related to that show's technical development and implementation requirements including workflow, tool and pipeline decisions.
Serves as final decision-maker on all technical issues that span multiple artist disciplines (for example, makes the call on the most appropriate workflow *** ween different disciplines when consensus cannot be reached).
Owns show approach plan and partners with key supervisors across all ILM global locations for specifics on show planning, delivery, etc.
Responsible for ensuring technical implementation will work across all ILM locations, taking into account issues like licenses, machine specs, file sharing and other issues that may differ *** ween locations.
Responsible for show-specific forecasting of license, machine, render and storage needs throughout the show schedule.
Partners with appropriate studio reps across ILM global locations to provide show projections for larger, studio-wide assessments and reports.
Directly oversees new, facility approved, show-specific workflow and technology innovations. May perform or delegate the 'product owner' role for new technology on the show, however remains ultimately accountable for the success of those efforts.
Ensures show approach decisions are consistent with the facility canonical pipeline goals and that new technology developed on the show meets the show's needs. Ensures those efforts are visible to R&D, P.E., IT and the CG Technology Supervisors.
Partners with CG Technology Supervisors and R&D, PE and IT supervisors on canonical issues and priorities related to show needs.
Communicates proactively and consistently across show and studio about show technical priorities, requirements and concerns, in particular to show producer and VFX supervisor, CG technology supervisor leadership team and within weekly CG Supervisor meeting.
Flags and communicates the need for any show decisions which create divergence in canonical asset management tools and workflow (i.e. any changes to core, facility naming conventions, shotfile structure, choice of software, etc...)
Collaborates with outsource vendors and other ILM production partners on all shot and data sharing issues including file formats and standardization, colour space issues, etc. related to show

Required Skills / Technical Competencies:

Strong working knowledge of Linux, Python and shell scripting required.
Strong awareness of deadlines.
Demonstrates ability to work with competency, energy and enthusiasm within a team environment with minimal supervision.
Demonstrates excellent listening and communication skills by openly receiving direction and criticism by asking good questions to confirm clear interpretation of the directions and how to approach what needs to be done. Once clear, implements the requested changes im *** tely and raises flags right away.
Demonstrates the ability to engage in the creative process without ego, and accepts all final decisions with a positive and encouraging attitude.
Demonstrates an excellent eye toward anticipating potential problems and knowing exactly what could look *** ter in one's shot and an excellent knowledge of how to use the tools to achieve the desired look.
Demonstrates superb problem solving skills and takes the initiative to offer ideas and suggestions.
Demonstrates the ability to prioritize tasks managing time very well, providing everyone with accurate time estimates on shot task completion.
Demonstrates the ability to help and teach more junior level artists and lead others on huge shots or small sequences.
Sets a standard for all Technical Directors in continually raising the bar of for speed, quality of work and adaptability.
Conversant in many of the ILM methodologies.
Look dev and/or shader writing a plus, layout and matchmove a plus.
Technical Skills: Familiar with Maya, Katana, Zeno and Nuke.

Education / Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Graphics (or equiv. experience) with at least 5+ years hands-on production experience.
Significant post production experience including experience working as a CG Supervisor

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About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive *** . From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ILM (Australia) Pty. Ltd. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

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Compositor

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

Position Summary

The Compositor combines live action and computer generated elements into visual effects shots that realize the vision and creative direction of the client and Visual Effects Supervisor. The compositor is ultimately responsible for the aesthetic integrity and technical quality of the final image delivered to the client.

Primary Responsibilities

Alongside Compositing Supervisor and VFX Supervisor, evaluates creative and technical approach for assigned shots
Performs all tasks associated with the Compositing process, including 2D tracking, matte extraction, layering of elements, and colour grading on moderately difficult to very difficult shots
Maintains the overall look, colour balance, and quality for assigned shots and sequences to create uniformity in all finished work
Ability to work collaboratively with artists from other disciplines

Education / Experience

At least 3 years relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR, at least 5 years relevant professional VFX experience

Required Skills / Technical Competencies

Strong knowledge of Nuke
Strong aesthetic skills in judging photo-realism and color
Ability to work gracefully under pressure to meet deadlines
Strong sense of composition, color and design

Preferred Skills / Competencies

The ideal candidate has strong fine arts foundation skills, such as photography and photographic lighting
Familiarity with using Unix systems preferred
Ability to write Nuke gizmos and/or plugins is a plus
Python and/or C++ experience a plus

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About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive *** . From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ILM (Australia) Pty. Ltd. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

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Graphics Engineer

Culver City, CA Details

Full Time

Graphics Engineer

Job Summary
As a Graphics Engineer you will design and implement state-of-the-art rendering features and technologies in areas such as high-performance 3D rendering, 3D image algorithms, as well as visual effects. Additionally, you will help drive and innovate future research into emerging graphics fields, for example hardware raytracing and you will collaborate cross disciplines with artists, designers, and other engineers to deliver high quality graphics features and solutions.

Job Duties

Design, decide, implement, and test state-of-the-art rendering features and technologies in areas such as high-performance 3D rendering, 3D image algorithms, as well as visual effects
Develop clean, efficient, and well tested code
Debug, profile, and optimize CPU and GPU code
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior level engineers
Research cutting-edge graphics technologies of the future

Job Qualifications

B.Sc. degree in computer science or equivalent experience
3+ years as a graphics engineer working with real-time 3D graphics
Strong 3D math skills - linear algebra, vector/matrix math, quaternions, etc.
Strong skills in modern C++ 14/17
Strong graphics debugging and profiling skills
Good understanding of multi-threaded programming and optimization techniques
Good understanding of low-level CPU / GPU operations and architecture
Experience working on large code bases
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Motivated and proactive self-starter, able to operate in a highly dynamic environment
Passionate about computer graphics and low-level hardware

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with asynchronous compute shaders
Experience with Vulkan or similar graphics API
Experience in gaming industry with at least one shipped game as graphics engineer
Understanding of VR and AR rendering technologies
Experience with Unreal Engine Graphics pipeline

* *** Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

\n*As part of our commitment to health and safety, all U.S. non-union and O.P.E.I.U. Local 174 applicants and employees must submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request and obtain approval of a reasonable accommodation based on disability or a sincerely held religious belief, practice or observance. To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at [Please reply using Staff Me Up]y.com.

* *** - CA - Culver City Area & ***

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