Associé(e) directeur(trice) technique en animation (ATD Animation)

3 months ago

Montréal, CanadaMid Level

Responsibilities

Optimize animation workflows through automation and best-practice definition.
Collaborate with animation technical directors and supervising animators to optimize scenes, sequences, assets, and workflow complexity.
Develop and maintain scripts, tools, utilities, and systems for the animation team.
Work within and understand Imageworks’ proprietary animation pipeline.
Create training materials related to tools and workflows.
Support artists with technical issues throughout the production pipeline.
Identify workflow inefficiencies and collaborate with artists and pipeline teams on improvements.
Communicate progress and production challenges to animation, pipeline, technical supervision, and development leadership.
Participate in support channels, presentations, and departmental meetings.
Collaborate with other departments to manage creative and technical dependencies.

Programming experience in Python.
Good knowledge of Maya.
Knowledge of Bash, cShell, and Linux.
Experience with Docker or other software distribution systems.
Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Strong interest in visual development, film, animation, and computer graphics.
Knowledge of Unreal Engine and Houdini is an asset.
C++ experience is an asset.
Experience with code sharing and revision control is an asset.
Basic 2D or 3D artistic knowledge or experience is an asset.
An undergraduate or graduate degree in computing science is an asset.
A growth mindset, willingness to learn and experiment, openness to feedback, and continuous-improvement orientation.
Ability to provide a demo reel showing relevant artistic and technical experience.
Excellent French and English communication skills.

Healthcare benefits, tuition reimbursement, RRSP, sick leave, vacation leave, and applicable standard salary increases.
Project-based, full-time employment.
The role may require collaboration with teams outside Québec, including English-speaking studios.

1,001-5,000 employees