CG Supervisor

Job Description

Rocket Science is an Emmy nominated boutique visual effects studio collaborating with filmmakers to create stunning visual imagery utilizing artistry, science and technology. Located in Toronto, Canada, notable credits include Eric Kripke’s Emmy nominated superhero series THE BOYS (Amazon), the epic video game adaptation HALO (Paramount +), the BAFTA winning mini-series TITANIC (iTV), six seasons of Naren Shankar’s sci-fi series THE EXPANSE (Amazon), and features such as Neil Jordan’s GRETA (Sidney Kimmel, John Leonetti’s WISH UPON (Broad Green Pictures) and David Cronenberg’s upcoming Cannes release CRIMES OF THE FUTURE.

RSVFX’s current productions include Tim Burton’s WEDNESDAY (Netflix), THE BOYS S3 (Amazon), Steve Blackman’s UMBRELLA ACADEMY S3 (Netflix) and LOCKE AND KEY S3 (Netflix) from Carlton Cuse and Meredith Averill.

Visit us @ rsvfx.com

The CG Supervisor oversees the 3D department and pipeline. You will collaborate closely with Production and Management to deliver high quality results and solutions for each project. You will also lead the VFX teams (lighting, asset, etc.) to creatively produce photorealistic visual effects.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with Producers in scheduling and delegating tasks to 3D artists.
• Mentor and guide artists in the 3D teams.
• Assist in the recruitment and selection process to ensure the 3D teams are equipped with the skill-set needed for project requirement.
• Collaborate with VFX Supervisors to ensure the artistic style, quality, and continuity matches client vision and standards.
• Oversee and create quality 3D Models, Animations, Textures, Lighting, and Shading within a render pipeline.
• Problem-solve creative and technical problems under tight deadlines.
• Supervise the Technical Directors to troubleshoot and prevent software and pipeline issues.
• Improve and streamline technologies and tools for the production pipeline and workflow.
• Assist in team communication and promote company inclusive and positive culture.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years’ experience as a Senior CG artist or similar role in live-action VFX pipeline.
• At least 2 years’ proven experience as leading or supervising a team.
• Strong leadership, technical and communication skills to liaise with various departments and artists.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of both technical and artistic aspect of CG and 3D pipeline and production
• Highest proficiency in Maya, Mari, Houdini, Zbrush, PF Track and Nuke.
• Knowledge of MEL, RSL and Python are a plus.
• Capacity to thrive in a results-driven pipeline.
• Excellent planning, negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and problem solve in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to take initiative and handle both creative and technical issues in a professional manner.
• A team player with excellent communication skills.
  
  

Rocket Science VFX is an equal opportunity company which values diversity in the workplace. We would be happy to accommodate individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with the Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation in order to participate in our recruitment process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance.

Thank you for your interest in Rocket Science VFX. Please note that only those who meet the requirements will be contacted for an interview. No Phone Call Please. We are always interested in meeting motivated and talented artists.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rj999w-18-117-196-184-42 in your application.