DESCRIPTION:
Image Metrics, one of the entertainment industry’s leading facial animation studios, has an opening for a Tools Developer-Integrator based out of Santa Monica, CA.
We are looking for a multi-talented tools developer and technology-integrator who will act as the bridge between our Production and Software Development teams
This role is a full-time position, overtime may be offered.
Platform(s): Windows
Software Utilized: XSI, 3D Studio Max, Motion Builder, Maya, JavaScript, Python
Start Date: Immediately
JOB DESCRIPTION & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Your responsibilities will include:
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[li] Develop and maintain scripts/tools to assist the Production Team in areas ranging from animation to rendering to rigging to shot tracking and whatever else may need to be done.[/li][/ul]
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[li] Work with the Software Development Team in the testing and quality assurance of our technologies and tools.[/li][/ul]
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[li] Be responsible for the management (i.e. deployment, versioning) of the tools used by the Production Team. These include the tools that you write as well as tools the Software Development Team writes. You will be the “go to guy” when things break.[/li][/ul]
REQUIREMENTS:
The Candidate is required to:
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[li] Have strong working knowledge of Maya and MEL.[/li][/ul]
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[li] Have strong working knowledge of at least one other standalone scripting language; Python would be preferred. Other languages such as JavaScript would be a huge plus.[/li][/ul]
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[li] Ideally be proficient in at least one other animation package (i.e. XSI, 3D Studio Max, Motion Builder, etc.) and their scripting languages.[/li][/ul]
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[li] Ideally have testing and QA experience. This is not necessary as you will be trained if needed.[/li][/ul]
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[li] Ideally have experience working in an animation/production studio.[/li][/ul]
Please send resumes to resumes@image-metrics.com. Please include Job Title and Applicant’s full name in the Subject line.