Job Description:
Blizzard Entertainment is seeking a talented, motivated, and experienced Animation Technical Director (TD) to join our cinematics team. The Animation TD must have a thorough knowledge of animation, rigging and simulation tools currently used in the CG / VFX industry, as well as related cross pipeline workflows. They will be providing support for animation artists, helping them with technical challenges and debugging, work with technical and artistic supervisors to determine workflows, tool requirements, and asset needs. This individual will also implement tools and workflow automation. They must be excellent communicators.
Covid-19 Hiring Update: We’ve transitioned to a work-from-home model and we’re continuing to interview and hire during this time. This role is expected to begin as a remote position. We understand each person’s circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore possible interim options.
Requirements:
- Proficient Python development skills and debugging techniques.
- Excellent working knowledge of Maya.
- Experience with Qt, PyQt, PySide
- Thorough understanding of techniques and technologies relating to animation and rigging.
- Outstanding problem-solving skills under pressure
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in developing tools, and implementing process improvements in a CG production environment
- Strong verbal and written communications skills
- Technical support focused
Pluses:
- Strong object-oriented programming design skills
- C, C++ programming experience
- Shell scripting experience (c-shell, bash, etc.)
- Able to create workflows or tools in new unfamiliar areas
- Generalist TD experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or similar field
- Familiar with Blizzard games and cinematics
Submission / Portfolio Requirements
- Resume (PDF of your resume please!)
- Cover Letter
Job Status: Full time/Staff
Blizzard Entertainment is a global company committed to growing our employees along with the business. We offer generous benefits and perks with an eye on providing true work / life balance. We’ve worked hard to foster an intensely collaborative and creative environment, a diverse and inclusive employee culture, and training and opportunity for professional growth. Our people are everything. Our core values are real, and our mission has never changed. We are dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences…ever. Join us!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
