CIS Vancouver (formerly Rainmaker VFX) - Pipeline TD
Position: Pipeline Technical DirectorDivision: CIS Vancouver VFXReports To: Head of 3D and TechnologyStart Date: Immediately ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Head of 3D and Technology, the Pipeline Technical Director will be heavily involved in the creation and ongoing support of a large high-end visual effects pipeline and asset/project management system. Production support of artists and package-specific scripting will also be part of the responsibilities. This is a full-time position requiring some overtime.Duties- Assist with the implementation of a pipeline and asset/project management system- Problem solving and developing improved software systems and tools- Conducting research, designing and implementing, testing and optimizing production pipeline tools- Develop and maintain leading-edge proprietary tools/shaders/plugins/scripts and recommend relevant external alternatives- Creating UI for animators, providing tools for user-friendly controls- Design, develop, and maintain proprietary scripts used in production- Maintain contacts with academia/industry to keep current on new research and competitor developments- Acquire and maintain up-to-date knowledge in the relevant fields- Participate, when applicable, in technical support/director candidates’ interviewsQualifications- Good working knowledge of Python and HTML/Javascript required- Excellent problem solving and communication skills- Linux knowledge and scripting experience required- OSX knowledge and scripting an asset- C++ plugin experience an asset- Experience with SQL databases an asset- Experience writing shaders for Renderman, Mantra, Mental Ray or other production renderers an asset- Experience scripting or writing plugins for Houdini, Maya, XSI, Lightwave, Fusion or Shake an asset- Undergraduate degree or a diploma in Computing Science, or related disciplines an asset.To apply:email: recruiting@cis-vancouver.com subject: Pipeline Technical Director (#775-MH396)please attach resume in WORD or PDF formatDeluxe Vancouver has acquired the Post-Production and Visual Effects business of Rainmaker Entertainment. The Visual Effects operations will now carry on under the name CIS Vancouver and CIS London; both will work alongside CIS Hollywood as part of the CIS Visual Effects worldwide locations.