Job Posting Title Lead Motion Editor - ILM Vancouver Req ID: Job Description This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work 2-3 days onsite at a Company designated location and occasionally from home.Position Summary ILM Vancouver is looking for a Lead Motion Editor (Lead Motion Capture Animator) to join our team based in our Coal Harbour studio. This candidate will have proven experience in high end film/VFX or video game industry. The main responsibility will be to retarget and edit body motion of realistic motion-captured based performances in a non-destructive way and deliver animations to a high quality standards. We are also expecting the candidate to show solid knowledge about motion blending. The Lead Motion Editor will focus predominantly on human, props and bipedal characters, extending to quadrupeds when required. Acts as the lead and point of contact for the discipline throughout. They will be tasked with developing current methodologies, refactoring existing workflows, troubleshooting issues and more. The Lead Motion Editor will collaborate with the Global Moedit Supervisor and ensure the department is running smoothly. We are expecting the candidate to teach and mentor more junior team members.Primary Responsibilities Responsible for transferring motion from a Hierarchy to another (Retargeting) independently and proficientlyAdhering to the performance of the actors/actresses and improving/adjusting it in a non-destructive way, leading to the highest quality of workAdjusting interaction and contacts between characters/props/environment/terrainImproving the performance by adding fingers/toe/tail animation and body adjustments that includes enhancing posture,



gesture and weightBlending of motions.Having a good eye and a good understanding of this workflow to create fluid, believable transitions between distinct animation clipsSupport and mentor more junior members of the team, troubleshooting, teaching techniques and pushing the quality and standardLeading the team on projects and helping with technical requests.Taking care of dailies when the supervisor is not availableJob Requirements Education / Experience: Computer Science, Computer Visualisation or Computer Animation degree or equivalent experiencePrevious experience using Motion Builder, Blender, Nuance and/or Maya with motion-captured performancesProven experience in high end film VFX and an up to date showreelRequired Skills / Competencies Great understanding of retargeting techniquesGreat understanding of the principles of animationGreat attention to detail and communication skillsProactive in problem solving, with a keen eye to catch, analyze and identify technical issuesSharp eyes for motion, timing and postureBackground in using Maya, Blender, Nuance and/or Motion BuilderBackground in using Linux and Vicon Shogun Post is a plus.Excellent collaborative skillsEagerness to learn and developCapable of mentoring more junior team membersPreferred Skills / Competencies Strong experience with Mocap animationMaya ExperienceTechnical Skills Strong knowledge about Retargeting and Blending techniquesApplication As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required.Join ILMSalary and Benefits The hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$100,300 to C$128,300 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

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