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Character (Rigging) TD job

Posted: January 31, 2008
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subject: Character (Rigging) TD , DreamWorks Animation

DreamWorks Animation is looking for Character (Rigging) TD
duration - Indefinite

Job details: Come make your dreams come true at DreamWorks Animation, an award winning animation studio. Be part of the team that has brought you recent hits such as The Shrek series, Madagascar and Over The Hedge.

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:

* Design, create, test and maintain character set ups
* Work with Modeling to create a model that meets technical needs
* Work with R&D to design, debug and evaluate new tools
* Collaborate with animators to design motion controls
* Develop and maintain character motion and deformation systems
* Develop new techniques and processes to solve character production challenges
* Work with PE and/or Dept TDs to integrate and maintain setups
* Work with FX and CharFX to provide them with information needed to integrate characters and digital effects
* Work with Lighting to achieve final model for rendering
* Write utility scripts and programs to streamline the setup process
* Communicate information about new tools and techniques to others on show and across shows
* Facilitate communication between all departments mentioned above
* Work with production management to prioritize tasks
* Keep supervisors informed of progress, changes, roadblocks and other critical issues
* Participate in training, recruiting and other global department tasks as requested


Qualifications, Education and/or Experience:

* 3+ years production experience
* Knowledge of traditional animation techniques and the principles of character motion
* Knowledge of anatomy
* Training in visual arts and understanding of form, geometry and movement
* Knowledge of academics such as linear algebra, trigonometry, geometry, calculus and differential geometry
* Knowledge in programming and software development skills
* Unix experience desired
* Excellent communication and presentation skills


How to apply:
Please send your resume, reel and reel breakdown to:
DreamWorks Animation
Recruiting Department
1000 Flower Street
Glendale, CA 91201
Attn: Character TD (AWN)
Location: Glendale & Redwood City, California, United States

email - jobs@dreamworks.com
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