Fx Td - Vancouver, Canada - Image Engine Design

Image Engine Design

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

ABOUT IMAGE ENGINE

Image Engine is a world-class VFX studio based in Vancouver, BC, that has built a reputation for excellence in the visual effects industry since 1995.

We specialize in crafting stunning visual effects for feature films and television with an award-winning portfolio that includes The Book of Boba Fett, The Mandalorian, Game Of Thrones, Lost in Space, Jurassic World, and District 9.

We offer a full range of visual effects services, from concept designs and pre-visualization to CG animation, compositing, and explosive volumetric digital effects.

Our crew is passionate about storytelling and pushing the artistic and technical boundaries to deliver the highest quality work on every project.

R&D is central to our philosophy of driving creativity through innovation and we're committed to continually evolving our robust production pipelines.

At Image Engine, we value diversity and teamwork, and we're proud to foster a workplace culture that is supportive, respectful, and empowering.

We believe that our success is a reflection of our exceptionally talented team, and we're always looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join us on our mission to create unforgettable visual experiences.

Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.

POSITION PURPOSE

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Create multiple types of realistic and believable effects (ie. rigid body and particle dynamics, procedural geometry generation, fluid dynamics and cloth simulations) with a solid understanding of the pipelines methodologies.
Working with your Lead to address critiques and comments while providing solutions to aesthetic issues. You're expected to improve the shot by maintaining a quality level as described by your Supervisor/ Lead.
Manage time and resources to meet weekly targets
Provide dailied versions for assigned tasks in an agreed upon time by your Supervisor/ Lead
Attend dailies, reviews, and team meetings as required
Work with FX team, as required, to maintain shot continuity; as well as, support other departments (Lighting, Compositing, etc) to ensure information is communicated up and down the pipeline
Provide input regarding existing tools and interfaces for FX pipeline and provide solutions for technical problems that may arise in a shot, sequence or with a film format
Estimate the time required for tasks and provide accurate progress reports

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

3 years+ of feature film/TV FX experience
Higher education in related fields is a plus

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Technical skills

Solid knowledge and demonstrated work experience in Houdini
Understanding of Vex scripting
Python scripting is a bonus
Experience with Arnold
Experience with other solvers and simulation tools (e.g. Naiad, realflow, Bullet, Blastcode, etc) is a bonus

- ability to pick up large FX setups and run shots

Excellent eye for detail for quality control

Core skills

Ability to manage notes and shot tasks
Ability to troubleshoot and deal with competing priorities
The ability to work alongside, communicate with, and understand the requirements of Animators, CG and VFX Supervisors, Assets Department, Creature FX, Lighting, Comp, R&D and Pipeline developers
The drive to learn new methodology and workflows
Excellent problem solver who can focus on detail, while maintaining the whole picture
Excellent time management and communication skills