Senior Crowd Animation Specialist

6 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeCrowdTechnicalDirector Full time $100,000 - $150,000

Job Summary:

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We are seeking a skilled and experienced Crowd Technical Director to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing complex crowd shots using various techniques, such as sprite, vignette, and simulation.

Key Responsibilities:">
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  • Develop a specific look, movement, and style that achieves the Creative Goals and vision of the VFX Supervisor and Director.">
  • Create photorealistic crowd simulations by gathering 3D Assets produced by other departments.">
  • Use off-the-shelf software – primarily Houdini and Maya – and custom pipeline tools to develop complex crowd shots.">
">Requirements:">

To be successful in this role, you will need:

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  • 6+ years CG animation experience within high-end live-action VFX feature films.">
  • A good understanding of Houdini crowd simulation or related software programs.">
  • Proven experience in producing crowd simulations with attention to detail and an eye for timing.">
  • Familiarity with pipeline issues and problem-solving.">
  • Experience in balancing quality with time constraints.">
  • Excellent artistic and technical skills.">
">Preferred Qualifications:">

The following qualifications would be advantageous:

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  • Programming or scripting skills (e.g. mel, python).">
  • Experience in live-action FX or Crowd work.">
  • Houdini, Massive and Maya and/or equivalent 3D software knowledge.">
  • Experience in other areas of visual effects (TV, Games) will also be taken into account.">
  • A general TD background.">
  • Strong understanding of Linux/Unix based operating systems.">
">About You:">

We are looking for someone who is:

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  • An organised, pro-active team player and self-starter.">
  • A team player and clear communicator.">
  • Approachable and personable with a positive attitude towards the work.">
  • Adaptable and willing to learn new skills and techniques – including proprietary software.">
  • Calm under pressure and committed to meeting production deadlines.">
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This is a 2-year contract position. The ideal candidate must have the right to work in Australia.

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We believe great work happens through connection and collaboration. For this role, we ask that candidates be available to work from our office at least two days per week. If you're not currently based in Sydney, relocation will be required to be eligible.

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We are excited to welcome someone who values a hybrid work environment and thrives in a collaborative, in-person setting.

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