Experienced Pipeline TD

Job Description

Sony Pictures Imageworks is seeking an Experienced Pipeline TD to enhance its Maya animation production pipeline. This role involves creating, developing, and refining all technical aspects to ensure a streamlined and efficient workflow. The Pipeline TD will develop and support procedures and tools for character rigging, animation, simulation, props, layout, cameras, plates, geometry conversions, and asset management.Responsibilities include meeting schedules and deadlines, interacting with production teams, supervisors, and peers to solve problems and share information. The ideal candidate should be able to interpret and act on work in progress, dailies, briefings, notes, and feedback, working efficiently both independently and as part of a team.

• Creating, developing, and refining technical aspects of the Maya animation pipeline.
• Developing and supporting procedures and tools for various animation elements.
• Meeting schedules and show deadlines.
• Interacting with production, supervisors, and peers to problem-solve and share information.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of Maya and Python programming.
• Experience creating user interfaces with PyQt/ PySide.
• Knowledge of the Linux operating system.
• Understanding of the git version control system.
• Familiarity with Katana, Unreal, Houdini, and/or USD is a plus.
• 2 year diploma or 1 year certificate however minimal requirement of 3+ years of relevant experience may be accepted.

Role Offers:

• Healthcare benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• RRSP's.
• Sick and Vacation leave.
• Standard increases as applicable.