What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Animation TD position at Flying Bark Productions?
Flying Bark Productions is working on exciting projects such as the recently announced Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Stranger Things animated series, Marvel Studios’ What If…?, Disney Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, as well as our production Tales From Outer Suburbia by Shaun Tan.
*Prioritising candidates based in Australia, but sponsorship/relocation assistance available for the right candidate.*
We’re looking for a Senior Animation TD, specialising in Maya to work closely with our CG Supervisors and our Lighting / Surfacing TD on a high profile CG Animated Series for a major streaming network.
The Senior Animation TD will liaise with them on coding and creating tools to streamline processes in Maya for predominantly the Animation team, but also advising the Modelling, Rigging & CFX Teams, as well as being responsible for debugging issues and finding solutions to avoid recurring problems.
About the role:
- Troubleshoot and debug technical issues related to shot pipeline workflows, including performance optimisation and playblast issues
- Develop and maintain Maya tools to streamline or give quality of life for the Animation & adjacent teams
- Collaborate closely with other departments, such as modeling, texturing, FX and lighting to ensure seamless workflow between departments.
- Taking a proactive and solutions-driven approach to any technical problems experienced by crew, or escalated by leads or supervisors
- Work within a team and maintain good team dynamics.
- Self-manage and complete tickets within production deadlines.
- Communicate and seek information when necessary.
And all other duties and responsibilities as reasonably required by the Production Company.
About you:
- Minimum 3 years of high-end feature film VFX and/or Animation experience as a Show TD
- At least 3 years of experience with Maya Software & programming tools within it
- Showcase toolsets on personal projects / usage
- Advanced knowledge and experience in Python and Python 3
- Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills, particularly in asset pipeline workflows.
- Familiarity with Shotgrid API and Shotgrid Toolkit is a plus.
- Ability to support, assist, and mentor other team members.
- A thorough knowledge of the animation pipeline from modeling, surfacing, grooming, rendering through to compositing.
- A demonstrated understanding of shading networks.
What do we do?
Flying Bark Productions is a renowned independent producer of family-focused animation entertainment. For over 50 years, our 2D and 3D production facility has created award-winning feature films and TV series.
Why work with us?
- We work on some pretty cool projects - check out our website: https://www.flyingbark.com.au/
- We have an industry leading studio space in Alexandria, complete with a cinema, quiet room, Zen Garden, games room, and state of the art animation facilities.
- Breakfast is served daily - on us!
- We have cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a culture club dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar!
- The Barkers have big hearts too, with our Paws for a Cause fundraising arm raising much needed funds for charities such as Beyond Blue, RSPCA and the Cancer Council.
- We love dogs and you will often see some of our regular fluffy companions in the studio.
- We have a hybrid approach to work with flexible work from home days on offer.
- Career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible.
- Our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced - everyone is welcome and celebrated!
- You'll have access to mental health resources and free counselling via our Employee Assistance Provider, Support Act.
Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
