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Technical Director (Virtual Production)

Vancouver, Canada

Film (Feature-length)

Starts Aug 02

Full Time

  • Title: Virtual Production House Vancouver
  • Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).
  • Additional Requirements:
    • Are you legally allowed to work in Canada?

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR:

As Technical Director at Virtual Production House Vancouver, you will be responsible for the development and execution of the company’s Virtual Production solutions and services framework. This includes human resources planning & training, technical workflow development & implementation, project budgeting support & technical client liaison activities.

You’ll work closely with the executive team as we build the market for virtual production services in Vancouver and conduct research and development on new virtual production techniques and capabilities, while contributing daily input to our growth strategy. As an early hire in a senior position, emphasis will be placed on a constructive and inclusive leadership style, a collaborative mindset, and a desire to create a company experience that focuses on learning, growth, and a supportive professional environment.

YOUR ROLE:

Lead the building and maintenance of the video distribution and monitoring system for on set display volume work.
On set responsibilities include maintenance and oversight of all physical aspects of video distribution, monitoring, LED operation, networking etc.
Along with the executive team, create an R&D roadmap to support new developments in hardware technologies.
Assist the executive team as necessary in developing a human resources roadmap to support development of technical teams and increasing complexity of product and service offerings.
Maintain thorough understanding and knowledge of industry-standard tools and technologies and ensure that in-house processes follow industry advancements and updates.
Other duties as assigned

THE REQUIREMENTS:
Significant experience with Unreal Engine or similar real-time platform such as disguise/Notch
Significant knowledge of timing systems (sync generators, master clocks, etc)
Significant experience with and understanding of (motion) tracking systems
Significant knowledge of large multi-source video systems.
Working knowledge of Brompton LED processing equipment and workflows
Must be able to execute technically difficult work and maintain a productive attitude under the pressure of live action production.
Must be an excellent troubleshooter to diagnose and solve issues in complex integrated systems of computers, video recording systems, software, and other sensor driven systems.
Must be highly computer literate with Windows and/or Linux Operating Systems.
Proficiency in C++ a significant asset
Excellent communication, interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
Must be detail oriented, highly organized and be able to handle a variety of tasks in an efficient manner.
Familiarity with CAD software an asset
Familiarity with broadcast engineering workflows an asset
Experience working in live events/productions/tv/film required

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