About the role
Position Summary
We are looking for a Pipeline Technical Director (TD) to join our technical team supporting cutting-edge VFX productions. You’ll play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining tools and systems that streamline workflows and enable artists to do their best work. This is a collaborative position within an Agile team, ideal for someone passionate about solving production challenges with elegant technical solutions. Previous experience working in a VFX studio is essential.
Main Duties
The Pipeline TD will collaborate with artists, supervisors, and other TDs to design and build production tools that improve efficiency and reduce repetitive tasks. They will develop and maintain scalable pipeline systems across departments (rigging, shading, lighting, FX, Roto, Comp, Tracking, etc.), and provide day-to-day technical support to artists, troubleshooting pipeline-related issues and resolving workflow bottlenecks. They will also be responsible for the following:
- Research and recommend new technologies, workflows, and automation strategies to optimize production.
- Create clear, user-friendly documentation for tools and pipeline systems.
- Contribute to Agile sprints and communicate progress regularly with the team.
Required Qualifications and Skills
The ideal candidate will have proven working experience in a VFX or animation studio environment, with strong experience with Python in production environments. They must have prior working experience developing tools for DCC applications such as Nuke, Silhouette, Maya, 3D Equalizer, etc., and be proficient with Qt/PySide for building user interfaces.
- Comfortable working on both Windows and Linux platforms.
- Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.
- Ability to work independently in a remote, fast-paced environment.
Desired Skills
- Experience with JavaScript, C++, or web-based tools is a plus.
- Familiarity with cloud-based production environments or render pipelines is a plus.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum development teams is a plus.
Compensation and Benefits
- Pay Range: $80,000 - $115,000 CAD annually.
- The listed pay range represents the lowest to highest range that we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.
- An employee’s pay position within the range may be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, local currency exchange rates, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, applicable law, and business or organizational needs.
- For roles filled in Canada, local benefits plan offerings as adopted and amended from time to time will apply.
Company Overview
Company 3 / Method Inc. works with respected and talented film and entertainment professionals to tell stories. As a global company specializing in award-winning postproduction and visual effects services, we are a trusted partner for producing content across a wide variety of formats, including feature films, episodic television, commercials, animation, and gaming. Our services include conceptual design, pre-vis, look development, ideation and rapid prototyping, 3D animation/CGI, motion graphics/designers, matte painting, compositing, dailies and production services, color grading, post-production finishing, marketing/trailers, live-action production, and experiences.
Diversity and Inclusion
Creativity has diversity at its core. We celebrate the value of each unique experience by being dedicated to fostering the most diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where every employee feels empowered and safe to show up to work as their full self. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Please inform the Company's HR representative if you need assistance completing any forms or otherwise need any accommodation or support in order to participate in the application process.