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Technicolor is home to industry-leading creative and technology professionals committed to the creation, management and delivery of entertainment content to consumers around the world. Propelled by a culture of innovation and underpinned by a dedicated research organization, the company’s thriving licensing business possesses an extensive intellectual property portfolio focused on imaging and sound technologies. Serving motion picture, television, and other media clients, the company is a leading provider of high-end visual effects, animation, and post-production services. In support of network service providers and broadcasters globally, Technicolor ranks among the world leading suppliers of digital content delivery services and home access devices, including set-top-boxes and gateways. The company also remains a large physical media service provider,

being one of the world’s largest film processors and independent manufacturers and distributors of DVDs and Blu-ray discsâ„¢.
Supervise operators and support staff on the night shift in a fast-paced 24/7 post-production environment. Ensure that all scheduled overnight work is completed correctly and on time. Oversee workflows, create transitions, problem solve discrepancies both technical and operational. Communicate with client services, technical operations & interdepartmental project management.

• Managing and scheduling digital media work orders, including assigning and prioritizing jobs to operational personnel
• Audit the work orders for accuracy, which includes wording and formatting, and timely placement into the production schedule
• Coordinating with Client Services and Project Managers on job prioritization and job status
• Coordinating with other Technicolor departments on scheduling work orders that span multiple departments
• Ensure adequate 24/7 personnel coverage in each respective area (metadata, upload, data management)

 

• 3-5 years experience in a post production environment
• Knowledge of digital media file formats and workflows. Knowledge of HD/SD professional content standards, formats, equipment and peripheral gear preferred;
• Knowledge of computer operations and file management and electronic delivery methods such as FTP;
• Knowledge of video and audio post production methodologies. Knowledge of HD/SD versioning / conversions / editorial and duplication preferred;
• Comfortable with supervising and directing operational personnel
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced production nvironment, meet production deadlines, multi-task between several high priority projects simultaneously;
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure;
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work well both as a team member and independently; and
• Willing to work extended hours, evenings and weekends, as necessary

The above are minimum requirements. Resumes from more experienced candidates are welcome. Compensation and responsibilities will depend on experience/qualifications.

EOE M/F/D/V

 

This Job has been filled.

 

Walt Disney Animation Studios has been combining the best in artistry and storytelling with cutting-edge technology to bring wonderful new characters and adventures to the big screen for audiences around the world. We are currently seeking Stereo Artists to join our Burbank, CA studio.

Our Stereo Artists are challenged to create the most immersive and watchable stereo shots for our newest stories in production now and also to recreate our classic titles for 3D re-release. Our ideal candidate has great sense of cinematography and has a passion for visual storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with Stereo Supervisor, Layout Supervisor, Director of Look and Lighting and directors to create immersive and comfortable 3D images in support of the story
• Responsible for creation, delivery, and notes on 3D end-to-end
• Stereo Layout Duties – Configure the stereoscopic parameters of CG animatic shots using our custom stereo camera rig to achieve the stereoscopic supervisor’s creative goals for each shot.
• Stereo Layout Finaling Duties – Adapt the stereoscopic parameters to account for final animated performances and camera changes.  Create test renders to validate stereo setups.
• Stereo Final Color Duties – Correct stereo artifacts introduced in the lighting and compositing of shots.  Make creative adjustments to final images to enhance for the stereoscopic version of the film.
• Use compositing based depth sculpting techniques to add dimension to 2D elements such as matte paintings and enhance or modify the depth of 3D elements.

• Bachelors degree in Art, Film, Illustration, Computer Graphics, Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience desired
• Exceptional artistic and technical skills
• Previous production experience on Stereoscopic feature films; Stereoscopic animated film experience preferred
• Experience working in collaborative environments and taking direction
• Solid understanding of the Stereoscopic principles
• Knowledge of rendering and compositing
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Solid understanding of Maya and Nuke
• Comfort with Linux environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Layout a plus
• Experience in Lighting a plus

Visual examples of images exemplifying work in this area are requested for review.  Additionally, please include a resume and reel breakdown with your online profile.