Technical Assistant - Vancouver, Canada - Animal Logic

Animal Logic

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

4 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Do you enjoy problem solving and troubleshooting technical issues? If you are interested in delving further into the technical side of animation, then this could be the role for you

This role involves supporting the Performance team by working through any technical issues they may encounter.

The Technical Assistant will troubleshoot, help artists with specific issues, and report or track those issues with the Performance TDs.

What you'll get to do:

Understand the visual requirements for the film, design procedures, techniques and tools that will enable these to be met
Troubleshoot and provide end user support within the Animation Software and proprietary tools, escalate where necessary
Test and validate new releases of pipeline tools both interactive (Maya) and automated (Farm) within these Production tool and Farm environments
Provide feedback to ensure that tools and procedures support the creative process
Provide solutions to visual problems through existing tools
Understand the processes of adjoining departments (eg. Assets, Layout, Assembly) and provide input where required to maximise efficiency and quality
Debug render issues for the Animation reviews
Assist with the QC process of shots moving in and out of the Animation department
Create and update documentation that supports the Technical Animation processes
Establish close partnership with Animation staff and other TD groups
Maintain a clean common facility pipeline (tools, automation, practices) across multiple shows at the same time

What you bring:

Experience:

1 + years' experience on feature films, TV and/or animated feature or equivalent education
Experience supporting Animators and working with rigging methods is preferable
Basic understanding of traditional animation techniques and the principles of character motion

Software/Technical:

An understanding of the 3D animation pipelines and the applicable tools
Experience using Maya (preferably within a production environment)
BONUS: Programming experience in Python and knowledge of USD

What we offer you:

The opportunity to join a growing, awardwinning studio
Conveniently located in vibrant Yaletown, near the heart of downtown Vancouver
An inclusive workplace of employees who are passionate about creativity and technology
A chance to contribute to the success of groundbreaking animated feature films
Exposure to a USD pipeline
A dedicated Learning and Development and Artist Management team focused on your personal career growth
A flexible, hybrid work environment
A generous leave policy including paid annual leave, sick days, as well as 'Volunteer' days to support those causes close to your heart
A worldrenowned working environment packed with social clubs, activities and events
A variety of employee benefits including free gym access, breakfast, use of barista coffee machines, weekly lunches/pastries and snacks galore

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, then we want to hear from you