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Working with the real-time team, the Unreal Technical Director is responsible for developing content for film, VR, and virtual production.

May 27, 2020

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Unreal Technical Director, Scanline VFX

Location: Los Angeles, Vancouver, or Montreal

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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

  • 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

Interested? Apply now.

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