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

📌 Look of Picture Technical Director (LOP TD) (Vancouver)
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