Overview

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Scanline VFX is a leading visual effects company with studios in Vancouver, Montreal, Los Angeles, London, Seoul, Munich, and Stuttgart.
Join our award-winning studio set among Vancouver’s cultural and entertainment district and be challenged to do the best work of your career alongside some of the best talent from around the world.

ROLE
Working with the real-time team, the Unreal Technical Director is responsible for developing content for film, VR, and virtual production. They support on-set virtual production in Unreal to create immerse real-time experiences for film production.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Creates content for immersive experiences for real-time applications and virtual film production
Creates tools using C++, Blueprints, and Python Explore technologies in Virtual Production such as motion trackers, LED screens and robotics
Debugs shaders and optimizes workflows to achieve real-time performance
Develops workflows to seamlessly transfer content from DCC software to Unreal
Uses particle systems to create stunning FX
Helps the art team optimize assets for Unreal
Leverages current technology research and development trends to innovate and advance Scanline’s technologies
Designs, implements, and releases state-of-the-art components and applications for mission-critical, high performance, and globally distributed systems
Gathers requirements across large collaboration efforts that span multiple departments and/or disciplines
Writes technical briefs and user documentation
Partners with Software Development leadership to identify and schedule tasks

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum five (5) years of Unreal experience building, debugging, and supporting complex setups in Unreal
Minimum five (5) years of experience in scripted tools development
Creative ability and artistic talent, demonstrated by previous work
Exceptional technical skills, the ability to learn new software quickly, and a keenness to stay on the leading edge
Strong willingness to grow, learn new methods and share knowledge with others
Ability to work and solve technical issues independently
Ability to take direction positively, work well within a team and thrives under the pressure of tight deadlines
Excellent communication skills and an open mind
Team player able to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment

SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
Unreal (required)
Python (required)
C++ (required)
3ds Max (a plus)
Maya (a plus)
Houdini (a plus)

BENEFITS
We offer extended medical, disability and dental insurance.

APPLICATION
Please only apply once. We keep your application details on file for both current and future job opportunities. If you are applying to more than one position, use the same email address on all applications. Only re-apply if your details have recently changed.

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