Crowds Supervisor - Vancouver, Canada - Walt Disney Animation Studios

Walt Disney Animation Studios

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

The Crowds Supervisor plays an integral role in the production team.

In collaboration with the show leadership, they will aid in determining the creative and technical approach for the generation of all crowd imagery for the show, using simulation techniques to populate large numbers of characters, animals, and vehicles that deliver compelling performances.

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:

Supervise a Crowds team, working in conjunction with the show leadership, to identify and implement crowd production workflow processes, enabling the Director's vision to be realized
Collaborate with show leadership to plan, prepare, and produce all crowd assets/shots for the show
Collaborate closely with the identified Animation Supervisor who is tasked with crowd cycle generation
Participate in the coordination of Production/Technology crowd tool development specific for the show and in context with the Studio as a whole
Direct the continuing maintenance and optimization of the entire crowd production process

Implementation:

Responsible for consumability and efficiency of artist deliverables into downstream departments
Participates in department processes, bidding, and reviews
Assesses resource needs and collaborates with department leadership in helping find staffing solutions

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
Guides the creative and technical vision/expectations for the team members
In tight conjunction with the VFX Supervisor, Production Management, and Department Manager, inspires and motivates the team
Contributes to the overall craft and development of team members through setting expectations, delivering consistent constructive feedback, recognition, and accountability

Collaboration:

Models and fosters a collaborative work environment between individuals on the team and across departments
Identifies solutions and compromises in partnership with other supervisors

Communication:

Provides regular updates to direct leaders 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 Department Manager to support an environment of creativity, trust, and innovation. Actively involved in assessment, casting, hiring, and overall growth of artists

Recommended Experiences:

Minimum 2 years of leadership experience that demonstrates a strong ability to lead and mentor others
Experience as a Crowd Supervisor or similar role in CG Animation and/or Visual Effects production
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to WDAS standards, pipeline, tools and workflows as they relate to the discipline you would be leading
Understanding of the disciplines/craft which they would be leading
Bachelor's degree or higher in Art, Illustration, Cinema Studies, Computer Graphics, Engineering or equivalent experience
Has a combined technical and creative background
Experience with all aspects of computer graphics
Experience and technical understanding of digital pipeline issues
Ability to architect new technology and write code where required
Strong knowledge of each of the following technical areas:
Maya
Houdini
3D Modeling, Rigging, Camera and Animation, Simulation and Effects
3D Texture painting and mapping techniques
3D Lighting and Compositing techniques
The Unix/Linux environment
Python scripting
C/C++
Skill in the following areas is desired:
Traditional drawing, painting, design and/or sculpture
Knowledge of anatomy, kinematics and physical behaviors