Senior Look Development Technical Director – Expression of InterestThis role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work 2-3 days onsite at a Company designated location and occasionally from home.This posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration; this is not a role thatis open at this time. We anticipate this role may be open in the future, but we are not actively hiring for the position. If you would like to be considered for this potential role, please submit your resume. If the role becomes available, you may receive an email or call from a recruiter.Position SummaryWe are looking for a Senior Look Development Technical Director (TD) who reflects the innovative spirit, creative talent, production excellence, collaborative mindset, and passion for great filmmaking that defines ILM. As a Senior Look Development TD, you will be responsible for producing high-quality look dev and shading for our CG Assets, needing only initial direction and guidance from your Supervisor.At ILM, we believe a good idea is a positive idea, regardless of where it comes from! Do you thrive in a creative environment? Do you enjoy sharing knowledge and learning from others? If you love art, technology, and movies, then this might be the role you're looking for!ILM strives to be an inclusive setting, and the Look Development (Look Dev) team embraces promising individuals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences.What You'll DoWork closely with Lighting Supervisors, Lookdev Supervisors,



and CG Supervisors to determine the best approach to solving CG challenges and developing the final lookCreate efficient rendering setups in order to optimize render farm usageStay on schedule and meet set deadlines while maintaining the highest level of work qualityEnsure there is ongoing communication with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlinesHelp mentor junior artists within the Lighting/Look Dev teamCreate & maintain simple materials using the provided shading templatesSet up bespoke turntable light rig and shading network when necessaryCreate & maintain custom hero materials and shading networks when necessaryPerform shot Look Dev tasksWork in collaboration with model, texture, and groom artists to get the best possible resultsBuild and maintain complex shading networks with artist usability and user‐interface support in mindWhat We're Looking ForDegree and/or professional training in Computer Graphics, with advanced work experience in VFX; experience in Feature Animation is a plusDemo reel required; please include a breakdown of responsibilities for each shot in the reel in the edge of the frameExhibit excellent listening and communication skills, able to receive direction and criticismDemonstrated ability to help and teach more junior‐level artistsDemonstrates the ability to prioritize tasks, manages time very well,



provides everyone with accurate time estimates on shot task completionTeam‐oriented with ability to work independentlyA thorough knowledge of the VFX pipeline from modeling through texturing, grooming, rendering and compositingAbility to pick‐up new techniques and to learn new software quickly and easilyIt is beneficial to have Katana and Renderman experience, as well as knowledge of PythonStrong interest in shading technologiesProficiency in Linux‐based systemsGood understanding of physically plausible shading techniquesUnderstanding of energy conservation principlesDeep understanding of physically based rendering, shading, and real‐world materialsAs part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required.JoinILMThe hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$110,600.00 to C$141,500.00 per year based on a 40‐hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job‐related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.Specify LocationsUbicación When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. Touch device users, explore by touch or with swipe gestures.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Look Development Technical Director - C$110,600 - C$141,500 A Year (Vancouver)
🏢 ILM
📍 Vancouver