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4/18

Torchlight Real-time Engineer

Culver City, CA Details

Full Time

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

The Real-time Engineer is responsible for developing and supporting Sony Torchlight's Virtual Production and visualization toolset. This can range from adding custom behaviors for Unreal's Virtual Camera, to Import/Export support for DCCs, to procedural landscape materials and foliage. In this role, you'll wear many different hats, develop in many different languages, and work one-on-one with many different filmmakers and artists to customize your tools to their exact needs. The Real-time Engineer will pull from a solid foundation in C++/Python, as well as Unreal Engine Blueprints, working alongside the Pipeline Technical Director and Virtual Production Supervisor. Together, this team will continue to architect a state-of-the-art pipeline that empowers filmmakers and artists alike with cutting-edge technical tools, and seamless user experiences.

A career at *** Entertainment is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding and ambitious projects to be found in any entertainment medium. You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you can learn, and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Responsibilities:

Develop and support tools for visualization, motion capture, real-time rendering, and virtual camera workflows for artists and supervisors alike
Work closely with artists in all departments on pipeline improvements and tool requests
Facilitate and advise on data I/O
Support Rendering efforts, including debugging render issues
Train and support supervisors/artists with use of this pipeline and it's tools
QA tools being developed internally

Essential Skills:

Excellent C++ development skills
Expert-level Unreal Engine user including Blueprint scripting (Asset Action Utilites, Editor Utility Widgets, Startup Objects etc.)
Familiarity with real-time filmmaking pipelines, data I/O, DCC compatibility
Strong & proven communication and problem solving skills
Experience working with Maya or other DCC software
Experience working in a software development team
Excellent Python skills
Experience creating tools and scripts for Maya and Unreal
Experience with Perforce and/or other source control software
A solid knowledge of Previs and Animation production and its iteration process
Audio experience a plus
A desire to learn from others and to take on increasingly challenging work
A vivid imagination

Software knowledge:

Autodesk Maya
Unreal Engine 5
Perforce
ShotGrid
DaVinci Resolve
Substance Painter
Houdini

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4/17

Manager, Direct-to-consumer Marketing Finance

New York, NY Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

At *** Streaming, we're building the future of *** and entertainment. In four years, we've created the must-have streaming homes of Marvel, *** , *** Animation, 20th Century *** , *** , and *** (and many more iconic brands)! We do this through using ground breaking technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life - stories that may start at *** Streaming, but go on to impact our movies, products, parks and resorts, and *** networks. *** Streaming is a business unit within *** 's *** Entertainment segment that includes all consumer-facing digital video subscription services across the company.

Have you been wanting to join a hard-working and highly visible team, with backgrounds in *** , marketing, investment banking, and management consulting? This is your chance!

We are seeking a Manager to join the *** Streaming Marketing Finance team, reporting to the Senior Manager, Marketing Finance. This Manager will play a key role in supporting Streaming's business and financial leadership with financial, strategic planning and analytical support related to all aspects of *** Streaming Marketing.

What You Will Do

Lead executive reporting of Direct-to-Consumer Marketing across Global *** +, *** , and *** + in support of annual planning, long-range planning, and the bi-monthly forecasting process
Effectively provide executive stakeholders with highly visible, ad hoc analysis and insights after each forecast to support key business decisions
Partner with marketing teams to identify and consolidate risks and opportunities, key trade-offs, and relevant strategic issues
Collaborate with marketing, finance, and data teams to build and manage tools to track and optimize marketing spend, such as Marketing Mix Models
Analyze the competitive streaming market and identify marketing-driven strategic opportunities
Partner with other Direct to Consumer finance and FP&A teams on optimizing the P&L and analyzing the subscriber model and lifetime value
Lead and develop team overseeing a Senior Financial Analyst

Required Qualifications & Skills

5+ years of relevant finance/business experience in *** /entertainment, management/strategy consulting, investment banking, or equity research
Current knowledge of trends in the *** & entertainment industry, such as M&A, strategic shifts, or product initiatives
Proficiency in interpreting a financial P&L statement and basic financial KPIs
Advanced Excel skills; experience building operating models and analyzing large data sets
Excellent communication and PowerPoint skills; ability to distill analyses into structured outputs for executive-level deliverables
Capacity to multi-task, work collaboratively with different teams in a fast-paced environment, and keep supervisor promptly informed

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of subscription, direct-to-consumer, and *** industry economic models

Education

BA/BS required; CPA, CFA, MBA or equivalent preferred

The hiring range for this position in NY is $126,000.00-$157,400.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About *** Entertainment:

At *** Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company's powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you'll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep *** at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.

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 *** DTC LLC , which is part of a business we call *** Entertainment .
*** DTC LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. *** 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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4/16

Senior Analyst

Los Angeles, CA Details

Full Time

This position is responsible for gathering, organizing, and preparing financial data to support various data request items made in conjunction with compliance/financial audits, including but not limited to third party participations and residuals/guild audits of various *** Global divisions ( *** Pictures, *** *** , *** , *** Networks, etc.), US GAAP external audits, international statutory audits, and providing support for internal projects, such as international tax filings and transaction data analysis. This position will also assist with documentation preparation and support for legal document productions and arbitration claims and queries.

Reporting to the Director - Audit & Compliance, and in partnership with supporting other Directors in the Audit Group, this position will:

• Assist with pulling supporting documentation requests for external auditors, internal auditors, and other ad-hoc in-house projects.
• Perform data extractions and prepare reports to support financial statement balances
• Research and obtain support as needed for requested selections and ensure the timely completion of any outstanding selections
• Reconcile and review the propriety and reasonableness of financial data received by the various divisions as reported and investigate any unusual activities
• Compile financial data, remove extraneous data, and redact confidential documentation and critical contract agreements as deemed necessary prior to providing to external parties
• Ensure the integrity of the account reconciliations, financial models and quality of spreadsheets used in analysis and provided to the respective parties
• If unusual data attributes are identified, coordinate with the appropriate supervisor as to the proper disposition of these items and analyze and handle any corrections or adjustments, if necessary
• Assist with locating and retrieving historical records from archived records (off-site facilities) in support of third-party audits of any *** Global division
• Perform various projects such as research, special projects and data analysis as needed

Basic Qualifications
• 4+ years related work experience

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economic, or IT systems and Engineering with relevant work experience preferred
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Access, Excel, Word and PowerPoint are essential
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to accept responsibility for projects/processes and ability to work with limited direct supervision
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and handle a heavy workload in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment
• CPA candidate or CPA designation are a plus
• Aptitude for data analysis or data warehousing skills (SAP, Hyperion) are a plus
• Public accounting (audit) or internal audit experience is preferable
• Strong (and current) technical knowledge of GAAP preferred
• Prior entertainment experience is preferable

At all levels of Finance, every employee is expected to embody these core competencies:
- Execute against goals and deadlines.
- I *** uence and effectively communicate with others to drive work forward
- Design, apply, and interpret robust analytical solutions to support decisions
- Positively contribute to a culture of people development and learning
- Uphold ways of working that promote DE&I advocacy
- Translate the "big picture" vision into a clear action plan

Founded in 1912, *** Pictures works with talented filmmakers to produce and distribute entertainment around the world. The film studio's iconic logo has opened some of the most successful and beloved films in cinematic history, including timeless classics such as The Godfather, Chinatown, Forrest Gump and Titanic; and blockbuster franchises such as Star Trek, Transformers, Mission: Impossible and Sonic the Hedgehog. Recent, innovative, break-out films such as The Wolf of Wall Street, Arrival, Rocketman, and A Quiet Place have added to *** 's film legacy. With a beautiful 65-acre lot in the heart of Hollywood, a worldwide network of offices and a culture of engagement, *** Pictures' passionate employees ensure the studio continues to deliver creativity and innovation to a dynamic industry. *** Pictures controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including *** Pictures, *** Animation, and *** Players. PPC operations also include *** Home Entertainment, *** Pictures International, *** Licensing Inc., and *** Studio Group. *** Pictures is a subsidiary of *** , which connects with billions of people worldwide through its global brands including *** , *** , *** Network, *** , *** , *** and streaming ser *** *** +.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $63,000.00 - 85,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

***

*** is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At *** , the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. *** is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [Please reply using Staff Me Up]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles

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4/4

Ilm Immersive Department Supervisor, Creature Dev

San Francisco, CA Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work 2-3 days onsite at a Company designated location and occasionally from home.

ILM Immersive is *** 's award-winning storytelling studio, pioneering a new era of interactive entertainment in virtual and mixed reality. Formerly known as ILMxLAB, the studio has close to a decade of unparalleled work across multiple platforms.

We are looking for a Department Supervisor of Creature Development to lead a team of exceptional artists by both personally setting the bar in terms of skill-level, and managing each artist's individual performance. This role is responsible for establishing the techniques and processes that bridge the gap *** ween experienced artists/animators and programmers through ownership of the character/prop animation pipeline and implementation of tools to efficiently facilitate the creation of animated assets.

Highly Skilled, Artistic Vision, Performance Management are key words for the Creature Dev Department Supervisor.

What You'll Do

Lead a team of real-time Creature Technical Directors ("TDs") in creating and supporting a complete character development pipeline to accomplish ILM Immersive's mission; develop and hone the team's skills to continuously raise the quality bar
Set the discipline's standard for artistic and technical excellence, efficiency and performance by creating exemplary work that meets project requirements, and providing training and guidance to direct reports
Collaborate closely with artistic directors, cross-functional peers and product owners to achieve the artistic vision of the director(s) and deliver the highest quality characters possible
Oversee the optimization of animated assets to achieve optimal scene performance in the 3D engine
Work with tools engineers to develop appropriate art pipelines, scripts, and plug-ins necessary to ensure the high productivity of the animators and artists; when the development of systems is required, contribute to the visual prototyping of tools, as well as R&D with systems programmers
Partner with Producers in the planning stages of proposed projects to advise on the scope of the work and resource requirements, and make recommendations accordingly; work with production to provide task estimates, track progress, and solve production issues that arise
Establish best practices and workflow for the discipline, and partner with other discipline supervisors to establish cross-functional workflow with other disciplines
Through continuing hands-on work on projects, maintain deep knowledge and user experience on workflow and tools; innovate discipline workflow and keep up to date on new tools/applications/trends in the industry
Collaborate with Talent Resource Managers on talent planning and casting artists to project assignments; act as hiring manager and liaise with the Recruiting team when new staff are needed; assist resource management in evaluating potential third-party production partners and collaborate with new partners to establish workflows
Engage in regular conversations with artists to give performance feedback, facilitate ownership over the TDs' respective specialties, gauge individuals' interests and support their career aspirations, including cross-functional skill-building; perform management duties such as annual performance reviews
Set the cultural tone & reinforce positive behavior within your group. Work with studio leadership to define and continually refine and shape ILM Immersive's culture
Define the discipline's 'Lead Artist' project role per project. Help project leads solve scope, workflow, etc. issues throughout the project as needed
Speak on behalf of the discipline in technology development discussions to ensure that new development aligns with the discipline's strategy and workflow

What We're Looking For

Undergraduate or graduate degree in game development, digital art, computer graphics, game design, or related field or equivalent experience
Minimum of 10 years experience in game development as a Character Technical Artist (or equivalent) and a minimum of 3 shipped/released AAA titles as a Lead artist
Expertise in Maya rigging techniques and experience with being responsible for supporting animation workflows and developing character pipelines and tools on a AAA product
Experience leading and mentoring artists and helping them develop and grow their skills
Artistic eye with advanced understanding of the creation & integration of 3D art & animation
Advanced working knowledge of all the DCC standard software (Maya, 3Ds Max, ZBrush, Photoshop, Substance Tools) and end-to-end content creation pipeline
Excellent technical knowledge and familiarity with AAA game engines, particularly Unreal Engine
Experience in tools and pipeline engineering utilizing Python, PySide/PyQt, and Maya API/Mel scripting
Experience with source control via Perforce or equivalent
Collaborative, team-player attitude: open & receptive to new ideas, constructive criticism, artistic direction and changes
Experience leading artists to meet deadlines and mentoring artists to help them develop and grow their skills
Strategic and analytical thinker with exceptional execution and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent communication skills, especially with regards to illustrating technical processes
Experience in and passion for real-time graphics and content creation for emerging platforms (XR, etc.)
Portfolio that demonstrates professional tech art experience in the following areas: programming, tools and pipeline building, content management and optimization, character modeling, rigging, and animation
Nice to have:
Computer Science Degree or equivalent experience programming in C# or C++
People-management experience
Experience being responsible for outsourced work

*A portfolio/reel submission - including a detailed breakdown of your work in each section - is required with all applications*

The hiring range for this position in San Francisco is $164,000 to $200,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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 *** Ent Co Ltd, LLC Payroll Svc , which is part of a business we call *** .
*** Ent Co Ltd, LLC Payroll Svc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. *** 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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4/4

Lead Animator Ilm London

London, United Kingdom Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

Position Summary

A Lead Animator is responsible for supporting the Animation Supervisor in designing and creating the motion of digital characters/vehicles/props within a shot or sequences of shots on a production. They help to determine and drive the aesthetic and technical approach to the animation, overseeing a team of animators to achieve this goal in the allotted production timeframe.

What You'll Do

Responsible for leading a team in the creation of outstanding animation for digital creatures/humans, vehicles and props within a shot, using various animation software programs.
Comprehend and execute direction from the Animation Supervisor.
Oversee the work of entry, mid and senior level animators and provide day-to-day support and guidance at the discretion of the Animation Supervisor.
Participates as a team member in helping determine various aesthetic and technical solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis.
Aid in the training/mentoring of new Animators
Help drive the design and execution of animation tools required to achieve the goals of a given production
Expected to perform hands-on shot work on show to set the desired look and standard to be met be the team, and potentially provide reference (video and occasionally motion capture performances), to assist the animation team in hitting these goals

What We're Looking For

Experience/BA in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR, an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Skills/Competencies

Expert knowledge of traditional animation principles, acting, film production and compositional design while demonstrating exceptional skills as an animator based as evidenced by portfolio, demo reel and references.
Completion of a minimum of three years as a Senior-Level Animator in collaboration with recommendations for advancement by the Animation Supervisors and the Department Manager.
Excellent organization, honesty and communications skills

Technical Skills

Proficiency with Linux desired.
Expert knowledge of Maya, proprietary and other software programs
Knowledge of chaining and constraint techniques

JoinILM

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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4/3

Director

Vancouver, Canada Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

The Director of Cinematography - Layout plays an integral role in the production team. They are responsible for supervising and delivering all aspects of cinematography, from animatic through the final film output. The Director of Cinematography - Layout will oversee a team of artists working together to capture the impression of the Director's vision through the camera including environment asset creation. This is a regular, full time, staff position that will be located at our Vancouver, BC studio. Please note that relocation eligibility may be determined based on role and individual circumstance.

Role Specifics

Work with the Director, VFX Supervisor, and Director of Cinematography - Lighting to realize their vision to define and implement the Cinematography style and practices for the show.
Supervise a Layout Team composed of layout artists in creating the world that is specified by the Director.
Supervise the creation of the camera rig and lens packages to be used for the show.
Maintain functional parity *** ween Layout, Animation, and Lighting.
Direct the continuing maintenance and streamlining of the Layout process.
Develop and maintain portions of the environment bibles, specifically in relation to the technical implementation of pertinent characteristics.
Work closely with the Animation Team to ensure the successful collaboration, handoff, and execution of environments and cameras.
Partner with the Director of Cinematography - Lighting, following all shots from conception to completion.
Partner with the Editor and editorial department to ensure that the Director's cinematic vision is captured.

Strategy

Responsible for consumability and efficiency of deliverables into downstream departments.
Drives department processes, bidding, and reviews .
Determines resource needs and collaborates with studio, show, and department leadership in finding staffing solutions.
Analyzes and determines cost implications of requests and strategizes on solutions in partnership with show leadership.

Leading People

Creates an inclusive and safe work environment by carefully managing sensitive information, making rooms feel open and comfortable, creating space for everyone to have a voice, and addressing bias when it occurs.
Sets the creative and technical vision/expectations for the supervisors, leads, and department. Responsible for seeing that vision through to completion.
In tight conjunction with the Production Management and AM, inspires and motivates the supervisors, leads, and department. Responsible for the tone and morale of the department.
Contributes to the overall craft and leadership development of supervisors, leads, and department through setting expectations, delivering consistent constructive feedback, recognition, and accountability.

Collaboration

Creates, models, and supports a collaborative work environment within the team and *** ween departments on the show.
Identifies solutions and compromises in partnership with other department leaders utilizing a holistic view to meet show vision.

Communication

Provides regular updates to show leadership on the progress, health, and direction of the team.
Keeps the team informed with context for show related changes and updates.

Studio Stewardship

Studio Culture- Actively fosters an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative environment so every employee can contribute at the highest levels.
Technology, Tools, and Workflow - Engages in the creation and execution of technical standards, pipeline conventions, and workflows to support the department, show, and studio.
Department Stewardship - Partners closely with peers and the Artist Manager to support an environment of creativity, trust, and innovation. Actively involved in assessment, casting, hiring, and overall growth of artists.

Recommended Experiences

Minimum 4 years of leadership experience that demonstrates a strong ability to lead and mentor others.
Demonstrated history of problem solving and project management skills.
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to **** standards, pipeline, tools, and workflows as they relate to discipline(s) you would be leading.
Understanding of the disciplines/craft which you would be leading.
Bachelor's degree or higher in Art, Illustration, Cinema Studies, Computer Graphics, Engineering or equivalent experience.
Experience as a Layout Supervisor, Sequence Supervisor, CG Supervisor, or similar role in CG Animation and/or Visual Effects production.
Experience with camera rigs and mechanics and a strong understanding of lens effects.
Experience in doing previs, providing a blueprint, prior to production crews starting.
Strong understanding of the principles of cinematography and animation.
Strong knowledge and technical understanding of digital pipeline issues.
Strong knowledge of each of the following technical areas:
Maya®
- 3D Modeling and Rigging
- 3D Texture painting and mapping techniques
- Animation principles
- The Unix/Linux environment
Skill in the following areas is desired:
- DSequencer
- Traditional drawing, painting, design and/or sculpture
- Knowledge of anatomy, kinematics and physical behaviors

The hiring range for this position in British Columbia, Canada is C$178,500 to C$231,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.

About *** Animation *** :

Combining masterful artistry and storytelling with groundbreaking technology, *** Animation *** is a filmmaker-driven animation studio responsible for creating some of the most beloved films ever made. *** Animation continues to build on its rich legacy of innovation and creativity, from the first fully-animated feature film, 1937's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, to our 62nd animated feature, Wish, releasing November 2023. Among the studio's timeless creations are Pinocchio, Sleeping Beauty, The Jungle Book, The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, Frozen, Big Hero 6, Zootopia, and Encanto.

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 *** Animation *** Vancouver Inc. , which is part of a business we call *** Animation *** .

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3/16

Manager, Music Creative Production - Animation Series

Los Angeles, CA Details

Full Time

*** 's Music Creative & Production (MCP) team provides premiere music support to our productions and cross-functional partners by leveraging relationships and guiding the music creative, scoring, and budgeting process from development to launch. Our goal is to empower *** to thrill the world by deepening fan engagement and to amplify storytelling through music.

This role will oversee the music process for titles across each Animated Series vertical, including Preschool, Kids & Family, and Adult Animation Action, and Adult Animation Comedy. The successful candidate will excel at identifying and implementing cross-functional creative music solutions that will support our animation productions and overall slate.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with showrunners, producers, and studio executives (Content, Prod *** t, Post, Legal, Finance) to oversee and execute music objectives for *** Series Animation
Act as Music Informed Captain on titles for the multiple *** Music cross-functional teams: Soundtrack, Music Marketing, Music BALA, Music Services, etc.
Read development scripts, ideate with Content on musical identity of series, and recommend appropriate music schedule & budget in internal review
In alignment with Content, recommend key music hires: Songwriter and/or Composer, Music Supervisor, Executive Music Producer. Collect and curate reels to present to internal and external partners and help schedule composer, showrunner meetings. Collaborate closely with Music Business & Legal Affairs (BALA) to define parameters of deals for creative music hires.
Work with Production Management, Composer, and Post to develop a music post schedule that coincides with series Post timeline.
On high impact titles, steer crucial creative music direction on score/songs with the Composer/Songwriter and help manage the score/song note process *** ween the producer(s), creative executive(s) and composer.
Liaise with the music supervisor in the process of song selection as it relates to creative studio approvals and budget.
Strategize and collaborate with *** Soundtrack and Music Marketing teams on music release strategy for titles including potential label partnerships, marketing activations, etc.

Skills & Qualifications:

Possessing a keen musical ear and background to assess creative excellence on scores and original songs and provide specific feedback where appropriate
Deep knowledge in the music talent space - songwriters, producers, composers, artists, music supervisors, managers, agents
Knowledge of and passion for animated content and music in general, including Preschool and Kids & Family content
Deep knowledge of the music industry, digital streaming platforms, music publishing, music licensing, record labels, PROs
Familiarity with current musical landscape/music tastemaker
Comfortability being project and talent facing
Highly organizational and comfortable creating and maintaining systems
Team player with the ability to prioritize, respond, pivot quickly, think practically, positively, and be solution-oriented
Ability to be discrete and maintain confidential information
Ability to work proactively, independently, and reliably on multiple projects under tight time frames in a fast-paced production environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to multitask
Open to suggestions and feedback
Exercises good judgment and initiative when making decisions

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $160,000 - $360,000.

*** provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are im *** tely entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits here.

*** is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity of thought and background builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

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

3/8

Product Manager

Shanghai, China Details

Full Time

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including *** , *** News, MS *** , *** , *** Sports, *** , *** Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and *** , our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. *** Universal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast *** Universal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Universal Products & Experiences globally drives expansion of the company's intellectual properties, franchises, characters and stories through innovative physical and digital products, content, and consumer experiences. Along with franchise brand management, UP&E's core businesses include Consumer Products, Games and Digital Platforms based on the company's extensive portfolio of intellectual properties created by Universal Pictures, Illumination Entertainment, *** , and *** Universal cable and television. UP&E is a business segment of Universal Parks and Resorts, and part of *** Universal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Job Description

As aProduct Manager, you will work closely with gaming or digital content partners to utilize Universal IPs in developing gameproducts. You will be responsible formonitoringthe game production process at all stages, ensuring quality, progress and game content remains consistent with the original IPs and fully leverages its potential.

Help partners gain a deep understanding of licensed IP andmovieworldview, assist partners to *** ter combine gameplay and IP, and find a balance *** ween gameplay and IP brandmanagement
Collaborate closely with gaming or digital content partners to devise and execute game production plansand milestone schedules,ensuring on-time delivery and quality standards.
Communicate and collaborate with HQ and local team (Production/Creative/Marketing/Franchise/PR/VO) throughout the game production process, including providing organized assets and detailed context for content reviews.
Serve as a content supervisor, reviewing game design, storyline, and dialogue to ensure consistency with the essence and standards of the original IP and story.
Play game builds to test technical stability, game mechanics, user flow, and 'fun factor'.
Understand business requirements of project and adjust game development strategies accordingly to ensure smooth project execution.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

Minimum 5 years of experience in game production
Excellent communication and coordination skills, able to build and drive effective collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders.
Fluent written and oral communication skills in both Chinese and English.
Have an in-depth understanding of game development processes and be able to effectively solve problems and tackle challenges with proactivity, creativity and agility.
Have in-depth understanding of China gaming market.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Excellent presentation skills in front of global stakeholders and external partners.
Must be able to travel. The role will require extensive travels across Greater China and/or international trips.

Desired Characteristics:

Having successful project/product experience will be preferred.
Strong interests in film and IPs, with the ability to understand and reflect the essence of the original IP.
Self-motivated professional with ability to work with team spirit
Experience of working in an international environment will be preferred

Additional Information

*** Universal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. *** Universal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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

3/6

Associate Brand Art Director

San Francisco, CA Details

Full Time

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

Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Join the incredibly accomplished *** Games Creative Team! The best game developers in the world are building the next chapter of Star Wars and *** heritage products.

The Associate Brand Art Director teams up with our internal Production Team and Licensees to support visual development across multiple licensed titles by providing direction, guidance, and feedback - ensuring all our games are authentic and high-quality experiences for our fans to enjoy all around the world.

The Associate Brand Art Director will report to the Brand Art Director.

This is a Full-Time role.

What You Will Do

Collaborate with external game developers to guide a game's visual progress from concept through to live service.
Review game art and marketing materials and submission ensuring content is on brand and high-quality utilizing paint-overs, mockups, and draw-overs.
Establish high benchmarks and provide recommendations to elevate visual design and execution.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the *** brand (past and present) across *** including live-action storytelling, animation, publishing, and games.
Problem-solve creative and quality issues; identify achievable solutions delivering brand quality while meeting gameplay and production needs.
Communicate with Creative Supervisor regarding goals, priorities, and individual project progress.
Collaborate with *** groups including Creative, Marketing and Production.
Partner with Art Coordinator to pull reference applicable to products.
Develop style guides and presentations for new and existing IP; design and develop as needed for internal creative collateral for franchise business development and brand guidelines.
Meet with game developers both in person and remotely to collaborate on specific project requirements, progress, and goals.
Maintain personal expenses reporting and booking travel.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Portfolio or demo reel is required; creative ability test may be requested.
5+ years experience on a 'AAA' mobile, console or pc product; experience with new mediums AR and VR is a plus.
3+ years experience working on branded licensed products.
Open to direction; act on recommendations to achieve signoff.
Passion and enthusiasm for the Star Wars and *** heritage brand; broad understanding of current and past Star Wars properties across multiple lines of business.
Strong understanding of game development including art creation processes (both 2D and 3D), technology requirements and advancements, trade-offs and challenges associated with development.
Excellent knowledge of art and visual design principles and techniques regarding character and environment design, rendering, color, and animation.
Strong draftsmanship skills with the ability to draw and digitally paint characters, environments, and structures.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities and meet deadlines and expectations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to provide clear and concise feedback and guidance, and present ideas with clarity and conviction.
Self-starter, reliable and passionate about their work and committed to their discipline and its challenges.
Full-time work schedule with additional hours as needed during product launches or when working with international partners.
Ability to travel domestic and international as required.
Proficient and knowledgeable about Macs, PCs, game consoles and peripherals.
Software requirements: Adobe Creative Suite, Experience with a 3D package (Maya, 3DS Max, etc.), Experience with game engines (Unreal, Unity, etc.) is a plus.

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks: *** offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only *** can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at *** .

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The hiring range for this position in San Francisco, California is $122,700 to $164,500 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About Consumer Products Games & Publishing:

The *** Parks, Experiences and Products segment includes *** 's iconic travel and leisure businesses, which include six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia, a top-rated cruise line, a popular vacation ownership program, and an award-winning guided family adventure business. *** 's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business across toys, apparel, home goods, digital games and apps; the world's largest children's publisher; *** store locations around the world; and the shop *** e-commerce platform.

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 *** Online , which is part of a business we call Consumer Products Games & Publishing .
*** Online is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. *** 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.

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

3/5

Effects Supervisor

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

The Effects Supervisor is primarily responsible for leading a team of Effects Artists and Leads. This role works as a hands-on collaborator with the 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 Effects 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 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, Hscript or Mel
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

JoinILM

At *** /ILM we believe that diversity, inclusion and belonging are integral to our company. We are at our best when our people at all levels reflect the vast life experiences of our audiences, and we thrive when ideas and decisions from all are valued and represented. If you are passionate about the role, but don't fit every criteria of the posting, we encourage you to still apply. We want to hear your story .

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 (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.

2/28

Animator

San Francisco, CA Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

*** Animation is the creator of the Emmy award winning animation series Star Wars: The Clone Wars, as well as Star Wars Rebels, Star Wars Resistance and Star Wars: The Bad Batch is looking to hire an Animator to join our team.

This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work onsite in our San Francisco office and occasionally from home.

The primary role of an Animator, is to support the Animation Director in the execution, and delivery of animated shot production. They need to have a thorough knowledge of the classical animation principles, and a strong grasp of an animation pipeline. The ideal candidate would be both an outstanding animator, and be able work with higher level direction. They should possess strong communication skills, a great work ethic, and be able to work well as part of a team

What You'll Do

Create high quality character animation utilizing the classic principles.
Need to be able to create believable characters and physicality of motion whether biped, quadruped, or any other type of creature.
Work closely with the Animation Director and colleagues to develop animation cycles and animate key emotional or technical performances
Work with the Animation Director and Supervising Director to help set the style, and look of the animation for key characters
Consistently meet deadlines without sacrificing animation quality.
Communicate as requested with external vendor to aid in development of any animation related tasks.
Present completed shots to Animation Director for notes and/or final approval and address any notes given to achieve final approval
Communicate with Animation Coordinator, and other production colleagues for due dates on all internal shot production.
Will be asked to help polish and take in progress animation shots from our clients to the next level of performance.
Test out new rigs to make sure that characters and vehicles are able to attain the high quality performances that we need.
Test new software and methods of working to make sure we keep up to date with the latest animation technology.
When requested, attend meetings with internal (ILM/ADG) and external studio development teams
Work with the Animation Supervisor to collect footage of past episodes (CW/Rebels) to aid in current episode with any animation related tasks.
Research, collect, and catalog reference imagery and videos as requested by Animation Supervisor that pertains to upcoming episodes and Animation Kickoffs
Attend after hours animation kick-off meetings with overseas vendors as requested
Attend animation dailies and assist production if needed to prepare the daily session

What We're Looking For

3+ years experience working as an animator on feature films, episodic television, or games.
Demonstrated professional character animation experience in the entertainment industry. Showing command of weight, timing, and posing through key frame animation.
Strong understanding of classic animation principles, as well as to create the full range of performances from the dramatic and powerful to the subtle.
Experience in animating creatures, vehicles, and machinery.
Proficient with lip-sync and facial animation.
Familiarity with rigging of characters. Knowledge of modeling is a plus.
Excellent communication, time-management, and organizational skills are a must.
Expert knowledge of various software applications. Maya is a necessity. Technical expertise is a plus.
Must be able to communicate to the animation crew and production team accurately and effectively.
You have a Bachelor's Degree in [Film, Art, Animation] or related or you have gained that experience by working in our industry.

The hiring range for this position in San Francisco is $86,800-$112,200 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About *** :

*** is a global leader in film, television and digital entertainment production. In addition to its motion-picture and television production, the company's activities include visual effects, audio post-production and cutting-edge digital animation, interactive entertainment software, and the management of the global merchandising activities for its entertainment properties including the legendary STAR **** and INDIANA JONES franchises. *** Ltd. is headquartered in northern California.

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 *** Animation Ltd. LLC , which is part of a business we call *** .
*** Animation Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. *** 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.

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

10/7

Senior Pipeline Technical Director

Vancouver, Canada Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

Position Summary

The Pipeline TD is responsible for 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. Receives day-to-day direction and priorities from show CG Supervisor; reports to R&D supervisor for technical and career guidance.

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

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 8 years production experience in visual effects for film, commercials or television.
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
Nice to have:
- Experience with production database systems
- Experience with C, C++
- Experience with Windows development and applications such as 3ds max a plus

JoinILM

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 (Vancouver) Inc. , 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.

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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

var jobInfo = { category: 'Animation-and-Visual-Effects', location: 'Sydney, New South Wales, Australia', req: '10000409', }

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.