Harness your creativity as a Creature Technical Director at Industrial Light & Magic, Vancouver. This hybrid prospect involves advanced creature simulations utilizing Houdini and Maya's powerful tools.
In this role, you are responsible for running and troubleshooting a variety of simulations, including crowds and muscles, while optimizing performance setups. The position includes mentoring entry-level artists and participating in various departmental activities, making it ideal for creative professionals looking to influence the next generation of animators.
Key Responsibilities:
• Execute cloth and rigid body simulations effectively
• Resolve creature CFX and pipeline challenges
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members




• Develop Python or VEX scripting tools in Maya
• Rig and envelop creatures for production
Requirements:
• Requires at least 3 years of relevant experience
• Expertise in both Houdini and Linux systems
• Familiarity with simulation shot work
• Robust communication and collaboration skills
• Knowledge of crowd software and C++ is beneficial
Apply your technical talents in rigging and simulation to shape memorable visual narratives at ILM.
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📌 Creature Simulations Technical Director Ilm Vancouver
🏢 The Walt Disney
📍 Vancouver