CFX Artist (Technical Animation Artist)

CFX Artist (Technical Animation Artist)At Walt Disney Animation Studios, Character Technical Directors (TD) work on Character Rigging, Simulation Setup, and Technical Animation. We are currently hiring Character TDs with an emphasis in Technical Animation to join us in crafting the most appealing character simulation performances for our projects.Our ideal candidate has strong artistic skills built on top of a proven technical foundation. You will work closely with the industry's top talent in fields ranging from design and modeling through animation to bring our characters to life.Responsibilities:Character effects for shot production, including cloth and hair simulation, and final character polishingCollaborate directly with Character Asset Team members: Directors, Character Designers, Animators, Modelers, and Look Development Artists to define and create the best simulation or animation rigs for a wide range of character styles and art directionsResponsible for the creation and downstream success of each characterRequirements:Experience in hair and/or cloth simulationThorough understanding of the principles of animationExtensive knowledge of anatomy, kinematics, and physical behaviorsExperience with crafting appealing performance through simulationDetailed knowledge of Python scriptingExperience on 3+ CG feature film productionsExperience partnering with others, taking direction, and problem-solvingComfortable with Linux environmentsPrevious leadership experience is a plusExperience in modeling, grooming, and rigging are a plusBachelor's degree in Art, Illustration, Computer Graphics, Engineering, related field or equivalent experienceA Note About Software:Our department currently uses Autodesk Maya as our primary platform with proprietary solvers, hair instancing tools, and other authoring plugins. Applicants should be adept in Maya or an equivalent CG application or demonstrate a curiosity about learning software quickly. Strength in packages like Marvelous Designer, XGen, and Houdini is an added plus.Application Materials:A reel of recent and best technical animation work that is no longer than 3 minutes in lengthA resume that details your work history outlining past experiences that relate to working on cloth and hair technical animation in a collaborative environmentA reel breakdown of the visuals on your reel (if applicable)Examples of art directed simulation a plusPost simulation finaling and anatomy sculpting a plusCloth simulation rigs that demonstrate an understanding of tailoring and fabric quality under a broad range of motion a plusExamples of performance with character animation rigs a plusAn optional portfolio of drawing or sculpture work reflecting an interest and knowledge in design and anatomyThe Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The hiring range for this position in British Columbia, Canada is C$79,300 to C$150,500 CAD per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's 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.