Description Position at DNEG

PLEASE NOTE: We are accepting speculative applications only.

 

We do not currently have openings available for the position of FX Artist, however, we are accepting speculative applications. If you would like to be considered for future opportunities, please submit an application. We will keep your details on our databaseand contact you when a position becomes available, should you have the required skills and experience which match this position.

A Crowd TD is responsible for producing complex crowd shots using vignette and simulation techniques. The Crowd TD works under the direction and supervision of the Creature Supervisor and DFX Supervisors to develop a specific look, movement and style that achieves the Creative Goals and vision of the VFX Supervisor and Director. A Crowd TD will successfully deliver simulations by gathering a variety of 3D Assets produced by our Build, Layout, Creature (Rigging) and Animation departments, using off the shelf software – primarily Houdini and Maya – and custom pipeline tools to create photorealistic crowd simulations.

Must have 

Good understanding of crowd simulation software such as Houdini - Preferably, Massive, Golaem or related software programsProven experience in producing crowd simulations with an eye for details, good sense of timing, and thorough understanding of techniques and technologies relating to physical simulation in computer graphicsFamiliarity with pipeline issues and problem-solvingExperienced in balancing quality with time constraintsExcellent artistic and technical skills

Nice to have 

Programming or scripting skills (e.g. MEL, Python, Hscript, VEX)Experience in live-action VFX Crowd workHoudini, Massive and Maya and/or equivalent 3D software knowledgeCompositing experienceA good general TD backgroundStrong understanding of Linux/Unix based operating systems

About you   

Organized, pro-active team player and a self-starterA team player and clear communicatorGood attitude towards the work by being approachable and personableAdaptable and with a willingness to learn new skills and techniques – including proprietary softwareCalm under pressure and committed to meet production deadlinesA positive, can-do attitude

About Us
We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).