Pipeline TD

Purpose:

• To develop and support the Production Tool and systems for Brown Bag Films Production pipeline in Studio and to outsource partners.
• To mentor and develop the skillsets of other Pipeline Technical Directors in the team, problem solving as appropriate (Lead only).

Delivery:

• CG/Production Pipeline Tools
• Design workflows and processes
• Technical support services for internal Production and overseas partner.

Measurements:

• Development within sprint periods
• Completion of Development phases within the estimated bid and sprint periods
• Completion of support tickets within support sprint periods
• Feedback from Production Managers and CG Heads of Department

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing, documenting, and maintaining tools for current productions, integrating into the existing CG pipeline.
• Training and supporting Artists in using pipeline tools including our outsource partner studios.
• Supporting and troubleshooting technical Production issues with the Studio and with overseas partner studios; being the point of contact for assigned Productions.
• Attending production operational meetings to represent the pipeline team to answer technical questions.
• Working with a centrally managed pipeline development team.
• Using source code version control systems to deploy code in Production.

Key Requirements:

• Knowledge: Working knowledge of pipeline / Production Tool Development. Working knowledge of Production Workflows and Tracking.
• Experience: Working as Pipeline Technical Director or similar position in either Animation or feature film work. Experience with asset tracking systems (e.g. shotgun) is desirable.
• Technical Skills: Understands the core features of Maya, Unreal & Developing in a python environment.

Additional Information:

• Reporting to: Pipeline Supervisor
• Office Location: Toronto
• Business: 9 Story
• Type of Position: Full-time Contract
• Function: IT

Compensation & Benefits:

• The salary range for this role is $100,000 – $120,000 per year.
• Competitive perks including comprehensive benefits, paid vacation, and health & wellness days.

Eligibility & Diversity:

• Applicants need to be legally eligible to work in Canada and have Ontario residency.
• 9 Story Media takes diversity and inclusion seriously and is committed to ensuring equity in the recruitment process. Candidates from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, Racialized and LGBT2SQ+ communities, candidates from a range of ages and religious beliefs and people with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.