Position Summary

We are looking for a Senior Creature Technical Director who reflects ILM's innovative spirit, collaborative mindset, and passion for filmmaking. You'll work autonomously and at a high standard, responsible for rigging and/or simulating creatures, vehicles, and props, and resolving pipeline issues under Lead and Supervisor guidance.

What You’ll Do:

• Simulate shots and sequences.

• Create simulation setups for cloth, hair, and muscle.

• Develop and maintain animation rigs.

• Collaborate on new workflows with other departments, R&D, and pipeline.

• Document and mentor artists on workflows.

• Debug and troubleshoot rigs and simulations.

• Support creative and technical approaches for rigging and simulation.

• Work independently to resolve technical and aesthetic problems.

• Proactively address potential issues.

• Foster inclusive collaboration and team support.

What We’re Looking For:

• Extensive experience in high-end VFX or animated features.

• Strong Maya and/or Houdini knowledge and proficiency in VEX/Python.

• Proven ability to create complex character simulations and/or rigs.

• Deep understanding of VFX asset/creature pipelines.

• Experience with cloth/hair/flesh simulation and/or rigging in Maya.

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Experience supporting team members and fostering collaboration.

• Proficiency in Linux and Python scripting.

• Demonstrated high-level performance on at least 5 credited shows.

• Feature Animation experience a bonus

As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required.

This role is Hybrid, which means the employee will be required to work a minimum of 2 days on-site per week at a Company designated location, and occasionally from home.

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