About the role
Job Summary
A Pipeline TD is responsible for developing and maintaining software tools, providing front-line support to artists and general troubleshooting of the CG pipeline in a fast-paced, feature film visual effects production environment in order to ensure artist efficiency. Take daily task priorities from Show CG Supervisors while receiving technical guidance and career mentoring from the Pipeline TD Manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and document pipeline tools and scripts to meet immediate show demands while adhering to facility-wide standards.
- Provide front-line support for artists, troubleshooting any issues that may arise in day-to-day production workflows; escalate more complex issues when necessary.
- Test and validate software updates and technical workflows in production, partnering with Engineering teams to ensure smooth deployment of workflows and tools.
- Collaborate effectively with artists, production supervisors and technical staff across global ILM studio locations on both show work and pipeline improvement projects.
- Take direction from Show Supervisors and Leads to determine daily task priorities of basic to moderate complexity to meet show objectives while expanding knowledge of core pipeline systems.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related technical field.
- Experience: 0–2 years of production experience in visual effects or animation (or equivalent project experience).
- Technical Expertise:
- Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining tools for use in computer graphics.
- Proficiency in Python, bonus if within a Linux desktop environment.
- Experience with one or more core DCCs (e.g. Maya, Nuke, Houdini, Katana) or asset frameworks like USD.
- Communication: Clear communication skills with the ability to collaborate across disciplines and translate technical issues for non-technical users.
- Problem Solving: Strong problem solving skills with a detail-oriented approach to troubleshooting.
Company Overview
Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, the company has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and continues to innovate in VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.
The Walt Disney Company is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise, operating in more than 40 countries, with core segments including Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences.
Employment Equity and Culture
Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants 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. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help the company grow, innovate, and create stories.