Overview

THE ROLE: PIPELINE TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

SOME OF THE THINGS YOU WILL DO:

  • Provide technical advice and support for artists, making sure projects run smoothly
  • Ensure all departments have everything they need to do their work, identifying issues and fixing problems as they (or before) they arise
  • Work closely with the senior artists  and production team to develop new software, tools, and workflows
  • Contribute to the development and constant improvement of the Scarab pipeline by doing research and recommendations
  • Ensure requests for new tools relate to company strategies and plans

 

YOU BRING:

  • Impeccable creative communication skills: You communicate effectively with a variety of teams to understand their needs, assist with technical issues, and help develop solutions
  • Programing and coding skills: Excellent C++, Python, and technical proficiency in Windows
  • Familiarity with Unreal Engine, Blueprints and working in distributed Unreal based systems.
  • Familiarity with content production workflows for integration in Unreal projects
  • A degree in Computer Science, Computer Graphics or other related field or equivalent experience
  • Familiarity with all parts of the pipeline; jobs within the pipeline, roles, and challenges

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

  • Experience in developing tools for DCC packages such as Houdini, Maya, Blender, etc.
  • Previous experience in Games, Themed Entertainment or Visual Effects or a related industry
  • Solid understanding of the Visual Effects and Virtual Production pipeline

THIS IS WHY PEOPLE WORK AT SCARAB DIGITAL:

  • We are a Strengths-Based culture and are passionate about our team working in their Strengths Zone.
  • We are always honing our craft and striving to do better.
  • We strive for flow state.  Better yet: Hive Mind flow state.
  • Get to be part of the exciting and growing Vancouver film industry.
  • Get to work on creative projects that start as an idea and end up being shared with millions of people.
  • Professional development is encouraged, and an allowance is provided to cover costs.

Our employees have the following to say:

“Working at Scarab is fast-paced and exciting – there is always something new to learn and the work we do is cool.”

“Our team is helpful and knowledgeable which creates an environment where we can crowdsource to innovate.”

“I love how Scarab takes the time to hire the right person. Fit is a priority for whoever comes on board.”

About Scarab Digital

Scarab Digital is sought after by digital entertainment visionaries to help them achieve what they never thought possible. Through the convergence of cutting-edge technology and dynamic design, Scarab Digital is an industry expert at leveraging interactive motion graphics, emerging virtual production, and environmental visual effects.

Have you watched Sonic the Hedgehog? The Predator? The Flash?  These are all productions we were part of.  And while we love creating innovative content, we also love solving complex film production problems.  We are known in the film industry to have an arsenal of solutions, including postproduction, equipment rental inventory, experience video content and equipment video walls.