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Senior Effects Technical Director - Expression of Interest This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work 2-3 days onsite at a company designated location and occasionally from home. This posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration; this is not a role that is open at this time. We anticipate this role may be open in the future, but we are not actively hiring for the position. If you would like to be considered for this potential role, please submit your resume. If the role becomes available, you may receive an email or call from a recruiter. Position Summary The Senior Effects TD operates independently to generate FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, particle and fluid systems for feature film visual effects. The Senior Effects TD also completes lighting, rendering and moderate-level compositing of complex shots with guidance from their supervisors. What You''''ll Do Design and create FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, particle and fluid systems Light complex/multiple elements; communicate status of shots to supervisors and Production Provide accurate time estimates for shotwork Hand off elements to other departments i.e. comp and rendering teams Present shot work in dailies; attend dailies and other department meetings Mentor junior effects artists Data management of shots including clean up Special projects as needed What We''''re Looking For At least 5 years relevant professional VFX experience and a college level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR at least 7 years relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of education. Demonstrates an excellent aesthetic eye Exhibits strong teamwork and interdisciplinary thinking Production pipeline experience Strong communication and follow-through Ability to work under pressure and deadlines Experience with either Maya, 3DS Max, Houdini, or similar software Basic understanding of the physics of simulation Linux and scripting ability in Python Advanced simulation experience with either Houdini, Maya, 3DS Max or other software, and the ability to write expressions As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required. JoinILM The hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$126,700 to C$154,600 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 account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidates geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered. Sobre The Walt Disney Company: Specify Locations Local #J-18808-Ljbffr