Job Description

Job Posting Title: Technical Assistant

Req ID: 10053552

:

Position Summary

The Technical Assistant II (TA) oversees all incoming and outgoing media to and from clients as well as outsourced vendors. TAs track and manage all digital information through the CG pipeline, and serve as the liaison for digital resources and data pipeline information between Production, CG Supervisors, Artists, and Technical Support Staff.

What You\xe2\x80\x99ll Do

Load all incoming scans and digital deliveries from an outside post facility and on-set artists and supervisors

Manage the output of all hi-res images for digital delivery to client

Use proprietary tools to convert files and apply look up tables

Ensure that files are converted and loaded properly by consulting with Color Science team

Clearly communicate any issues or problems with deliverables to production

Manage, track and review all work sent out to and received by third party partners and shows and communicate any information to appropriate parties as it relates to this process

Package up and QC assets as requested by clients

Unpack and integrate deliverables back into the ILM pipeline

Interact with Show Supervisors, Production Engineering, and CG Artists as needed to ensure smooth flow of data in and out of the studio

Transcode file formats and monitor file transfers to and from various sources

Assist with distribution, debugging, and processing of work coming back

Work closely with Production Assistant/Coordinator in charge of communicating with External Vendors

Ensure images or assets are maintained within ILM\xe2\x80\x99s current security standards

Notify management of any security breaches or misuse of company or client assets

Communicate directly with key production, artistic and support personnel internally

Communicate directly with third-party partners when needed. Communication is preferably handled through the shows\xe2\x80\x99 Production.

Document and disseminate current operating procedures

Timely reporting of equipment or system failures to the engineering staff

Work within ILM coding standards and provide proper documentation for any tools created

Provide training and assistance to new co-workers on toolsets and workflows

What We\xe2\x80\x99re Looking For

Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Computer Science, Film Production or equivalent degree

1-2 years relevant work experience in lieu of education

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively interact with diverse personalities

Strong time management skills; Ability to multitask and prioritize

Proven ability to work autonomously and in team settings

Highly motivated, with a desire for VFX work, dedicated to great customer service

Proven problem-solving skills

Ability to adapt to a high pressure, fast-paced, dynamic environment

Ability to work shift hours as required

Keen eye for detail, especially regarding technical quality control

Nice to have:

Proven knowledge of, and experience with, Linux, Mac & Windows operating systems

Experience with film and video post-production and/or computer graphics techniques

Aesthetic eye and/or artistic background

Knowledge of networking, tape backup systems, hardware

VFX, Feature Animation or Episodic production experience

Knowledge of, and experience with, 3D animation software (e.g. Maya, Nuke, Katana)

Python scripting experience and/or programming language (e.g. C/C++, Java)

JoinILM

Note: The title and level will be determined commensurate to experience.

Job Posting Segment: ILM Mumbai

Job Posting Primary Business: ILM Mumbai

Primary Job Posting Category: Technical Production

Employment Type: Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: IND - ILM Mumbai - Wework NESCO IT Park

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted: 2023-06-16

The Walt Disney Company