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Character Technical Director job

Posted: June 07, 2006
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subject: Character Technical Director , Factor 5

Factor 5 is looking for Character Technical Director
duration - Full Time

Job details: Character Technical Director You will be responsible for solving technical production issues, defining workflow, streamlining processes, and developing tools/frameworks for in-game characters creation and implementation.

Responsibilities:
Develop a general character framework for upcoming projects in Maya, working in conjunction with the animators and the programming team. Framework includes skeletal and facial systems, workflows, and user interface
Solve technical issues relating to character setup and animation
Develop tools/scripts/plugins to streamline character art processes; work with programming and tools teams to implement characters into game environment
Research and test 3rd party software for character/animation production
Participate in prototyping to determine and address technical design requirements and issues
Create documentation relating to technical issues
Mentor and train others in areas of expertise. Train people working with animation production in the skills necessary to execute the art path efficiently
Work effectively with the Art Director, Lead Animator, and Production staff
Excel as a team player
Perform special tasks as assigned

Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Graphic Art or a related field
Computer programming/scripting experience. MEL preferred
3 years or more of production experience with CG character setup
Strong understanding of 3D graphics including character modeling and animation
Strong knowledge of Maya 6
Strong knowledge of animation principles and kinematics
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Work well under deadlines and multi-tasks
Work well in all areas of pre-production, prototyping and production
Motion capture experience a plus

Demo Reel Requirements:
Examples of character setups, 3D animation and other artwork
Include a credit list which documents what you have worked on yourself, and what contributions others made to the pieces in your demo reel.

Location: San Rafael, California, United States

Contact info:
Applicants should email jobs@factor5.com, including the job title in the Subject line. Include a resume/CV and a URL for an online portfolio/reel.

Alternatively, forward cover letter, resume/CV and demo reel (DVD and CD preferable to VHS) to Factor 5. Demo reels will not be returned.

Factor 5, LLC.
101 Lucas Valley Road, Suite 300
San Rafael, CA 94903

http://www.factor5.com
Phone: (415) 492 5900
Fax: (415) 492 5901
E-mail: jobs@Factor5.com
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