rhythmHues

“One of the world's leading facilities specializing in computer generated character animation and visual effects, Rhythm & Hues is committed to producing quality entertainment in a quality work environment.”

POSITION: Effects Technical Director
DEPARTMENT: Effects


Position Summary

Effects TDs create visuals to represent natural phenomenon (e.g., fire, water, smoke, clouds, and bubbles) and anything else extraordinary. These effects employ the use of particle systems, deformations, blobbies, flocking, dynamics, rendering, compositing, shader writing, scripting, other procedural techniques, and many times, just plain old sheer luck.

Responsibilities

§ Work with other TDs, art directors and designers to create believable special effects
§ Accurately interpret concept art and design from the Art Department
§ Use and understand 3D lighting, effects and compositing tools
§ Provide input regarding tools and interfaces to improve throughput

Required Skills/Experience

§ Unix experience
§ Minimum 2 years experience with a high-end animation system such as Houdini, Renderman, Alias and/or Maya
§ Strong demo reel/portfolio in realistic effects animation and lighting
§ Must have a minimum of a Bachelors degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Animation, Art, Engineering or related field
§ Ability to perform visual and analytical problem-solving in 3 dimensional space
§ Understanding and experience with advanced rendering, compositing and procedural animation concepts
§ Ability to work well in team atmosphere
§ Ability to problem solve and predict potential problems with assigned tasks

Desired Skills/Experience

§ 2 years experience with writing advanced Renderman or Vmantra shaders
§ 2 years experience with C-shell scripting and/or programming languages

Please send cover letter, resume, demo reel (NTSC VHS or DVD only) with shot breakdown to:

Rhythm & Hues Studios
Recruiting Department
re: Effects TD position
5404 Jandy Place
Los Angeles, CA 90066

For more information:
email: recruitment@rhythm.com
phone: 310.448.7500
fax: 310.448.7600
website: http://www.rhythm.com [rhythm.com]

Rhythm & Hues Studios

Effects Apprentice Program

The R&H Apprentice Program is designed to give participants the opportunity to gain valuable production experience and the chance to work with a talented group of dedicated professionals in a collaborative, energetic environment. This program is designed to identify candidates who may be suitable for entry-level Technical Director positions in our studio.

Projected to start the beginning of February 2007, the Effects Apprentice Program is 3 weeks in duration with the first half consisting of training, second half on a simulated production, and ending with an evaluation. You will work with our best artists and supervisors to learn how we create images through a combination of formal classroom instruction and informal collaboration. You will be using Houdini as well as in-house simulation and rendering tools. While some participants may be extended as long-term freelance artists after evaluation, participation in the R&H Apprentice Program does not guarantee employment within the company. This is a paid apprentice program. Housing is supplied for out of town apprentices.

Application packages must be submitted or postmarked by January 31, 2007 and should include:

* Cover letter and resume
* Resume including explanation of 3D software experience
* Demo reel (DVD or VHS only) **Please, no CDs, websites or original works of art**
* Demonstration of attention to visual detail.
* Shot breakdown sheet (including what you did on each shot and what software was used)
* Completed Apprentice Program Application Form

To access this information and the Application documents, please go to our website: http://www.rhythm.com/inside_randh/opportunities_apprentice.shtml [rhythm.com]

Please send completed Application Packages to:

Rhythm & Hues Studios
Attn: Recruitment – Effects Apprentice Program
5404 Jandy Place
Los Angeles, CA 90066

Email: recruitment@rhythm.com
Phone: 310-448-7500