Effects Supervisor

The Effects Supervisor provides supervision and direction of the FX crew on a given project, in addition to supporting talent and technology development within the FX department. This position serves as a role model and mentor for the FX department, with the objective of encouraging a team environment, and producing high-quality imagery.

ILM strives to be an inclusive environment, and the FX team embraces promising individuals with a variety backgrounds and experiences.

What You’ll Do

• Work as a hands-on collaborator with the VFX Supervisor, to uphold the creative vision of the Director
• Lead a team of FX TDs through the life cycle of a show, to deliver various effects for projects including FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, particle and fluid systems
• Guide and deliver look development and setup for FX simulations
• In collaboration with key players, create a show’s FX approach plan with consideration of big picture goals of the show
• Provide timely feedback to FX crew members on both aesthetic and technical elements
• Take on some shotwork for the project - balance of this and supervisory duties to be monitored and discussed with production
• Troubleshoot issues related to shotwork or FX pipeline
• Communicate with all levels of Production, VFX Supervisor, client/director, discipline supervisor peers and FX crew
• Participate in the creation and submission of shot bids for show
• Assemble crew for production, assess individual’s skills, and delegate work appropriately
• With department Talent Manager, support talent related decisions and responsibilities including: recruitment, career development, employee morale and performance reviews
• Apply pipeline scripting knowledge and ability to develop small scale, show specific tools for non-FX TDs and other FX TDs. Where appropriate, develop these into department level tools for cross-show use.
• Set a standard for all Technical Directors by continually improving the speed, quality of our work and adaptability
  
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• At least 10 years relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR, at least 10 years relevant professional VFX experience. Demo reel required.
• At least 2 years experience in an FX leadership capacity
• Ability to work with proficiency, energy and passion within a team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills, with proven experience in navigating complex situations to successful outcomes
• Engages in the creative process with an inclusive, positive and encouraging leadership style.
• Demonstrates an excellent aesthetic eye, anticipating potential problems and using knowledge of how to use the tools to achieve the desired look
• Demonstrates superb problem-solving skills and takes the initiative to offer ideas and suggestions
• Expert level knowledge of most aspects within Houdini
• Experience and interest in contributing to talent development for the FX department
  
  
  

The hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$153,600 to C$187,300 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 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.