Character Technical Director
Job Title : Character Technical Director
Dept : Character Technical Director
Reports To : Character TD Supervisor
The Character Technical Director is responsible for constructing 3D character rigs and animation interfaces, and establishing muscle, skin, hair, fur and/or clothing behaviors which range from broad squash and stretch to realistic physical simulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Design, create, test and maintain character set ups
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Work with Modeling to create a model that meets technical needs
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Work with R&D to design, debug and evaluate new tools
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Collaborate with animators to design motion controls
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Develop and maintain character motion and deformation systems
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Develop new techniques and processes to solve character production challenges
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Work with PE and/or Dept TDs to integrate and maintain setups
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Work with FX and CharFX to provide them with information needed to integrate characters and digital effects
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Work with Lighting to achieve final model for rendering
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Write utility scripts and programs to streamline the setup process
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Communicate information about new tools and techniques to others on show and across shows
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Facilitate communication between all departments mentioned above
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Work with production management to prioritize tasks
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Keep supervisors informed of progress, changes, roadblocks and other critical issues
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Participate in training, recruiting and other global department tasks as requested
Qualifications, Education and/or Experience
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3+ years production experience
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Knowledge of traditional animation techniques and the principles of character motion
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Knowledge of anatomy
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Training in visual arts and understanding of form, geometry and movement
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Knowledge of academics such as linear algebra, trigonometry, geometry, calculus and differential geometry
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Knowledge in programming and software development skills
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Unix experience desired
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Excellent communication and presentation skills
To apply email to careers.ddu@technicolor.com with the name of the opening in the subject.