Sony Pictures Imageworks is seeking a Look of Picture Technical Director to support the creation of non-photorealistic rendering techniques. Reporting to the Look of Picture Supervisor, this role combines artistic sensibility with technical proficiency to develop innovative tools for visual narratives, managing the complete lifecycle from prototyping through shot integration.

What You’ll Do

Collaborate with the Look of Picture team to develop tools for shading, rendering, and compositing teams to realize unique aesthetic visions

Provide technical guidance to artists utilizing the developed toolsets

Establish comprehensive documentation and visual references showcasing the capabilities of various utilities

Optimize existing frameworks to refine production pipelines and boost productivity

Maintain accountability to Look of Picture and DFX leadership

What You Need

Degree in Computer Science or comparable technical field

Solid proficiency in Python, OSL, and C++

Familiarity with Nuke's Python APIs, NDK, BlinkScript, gizmo creation,



and standard compositing workflows

Competency working within UNIX/Linux systems and utilizing git for version control

Base knowledge of lighting, compositing, and general studio pipeline architecture

Practical knowledge of UI design principles and frameworks, specifically QT/PyQT

Ability to provide a demo reel illustrating relevant artistic and technical experience

Nice to Have

Background in look development, lighting, rendering, or shader construction

Basic knowledge of Katana, Houdini, and Maya or equivalent DCC software

Appreciation of traditional artistic mediums such as watercolor, gouache, or charcoal

Genuine passion for photography, painting, or classical design

Associate level: $26.44–$36.32/hr; Intermediate level: $36.06–$48.08/hr.

Benefits

healthcare

tuition reimbursement

RRSPs

sick leave

vacation leave

standard increases as applicable

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