San Francisco, CA · On-site
$67K - $86K/yr
Junior Effects Technical Director (Project Hire) - ILM San Francisco Req ID: 10148130 Position ... Experience with Nuke (preferred) or other compositing software * Basic understanding of the physics ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$67K - $86K/yr
Junior Effects Technical Director (Project Hire) - ILM San Francisco Req ID: 10148130 Position ... Experience with Nuke (preferred) or other compositing software * Basic understanding of the physics ...
Manhattan, NY · On-site +1
$114K - $156K/yr
Install, deploy, and troubleshoot VFX tools including Flame, Maya, Nuke, Baselight * Support and ... Support and mentor more junior members of the team. Qualifications Required skills, knowledge and ...
Manhattan, NY · On-site +1
$114K - $156K/yr
Install, deploy, and troubleshoot VFX tools including Flame, Maya, Nuke, Baselight * Support and ... Support and mentor more junior members of the team. Qualifications Required skills, knowledge and ...
$114K - $156K/yr
Install, deploy, and troubleshoot VFX tools including Flame, Maya, Nuke, Baselight * Support and ... Support and mentor more junior members of the team. Qualifications Required skills, knowledge and ...
$114K - $156K/yr
Install, deploy, and troubleshoot VFX tools including Flame, Maya, Nuke, Baselight * Support and ... Support and mentor more junior members of the team. Qualifications Required skills, knowledge and ...
Pineville, NC · On-site
Provide technical support and mentorship to junior or trainee inspectors. * Communicate effectively ... ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician, Nuke gauge certification * Additional applicable industry ...
Pineville, NC · On-site
Provide technical support and mentorship to junior or trainee inspectors. * Communicate effectively ... ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician, Nuke gauge certification * Additional applicable industry ...
Mentor and support more junior designers, fostering skill development and growth. Qualifications ... Experience with additional 2D/3D tools (Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, Nuke, Flame, etc.) is a plus.
Mentor and support more junior designers, fostering skill development and growth. Qualifications ... Experience with additional 2D/3D tools (Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, Nuke, Flame, etc.) is a plus.
Mentor and support more junior designers, fostering skill development and growth. Qualifications ... Experience with additional 2D/3D tools (Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, Nuke, Flame, etc.) is a plus.
Mentor and support more junior designers, fostering skill development and growth. Qualifications ... Experience with additional 2D/3D tools (Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, Nuke, Flame, etc.) is a plus.
Mentor and support more junior designers, fostering skill development and growth. Qualifications ... Experience with additional 2D/3D tools (Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, Nuke, Flame, etc.) is a plus.
Mentor and support more junior designers, fostering skill development and growth. Qualifications ... Experience with additional 2D/3D tools (Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, Nuke, Flame, etc.) is a plus.
Mentor and support more junior designers, fostering skill development and growth. Qualifications ... Experience with additional 2D/3D tools (Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, Nuke, Flame, etc.) is a plus.
Mentor and support more junior designers, fostering skill development and growth. Qualifications ... Experience with additional 2D/3D tools (Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, Nuke, Flame, etc.) is a plus.
Mentor and support more junior designers, fostering skill development and growth. Qualifications ... Experience with additional 2D/3D tools (Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, Nuke, Flame, etc.) is a plus.
Mentor and support more junior designers, fostering skill development and growth. Qualifications ... Experience with additional 2D/3D tools (Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, Nuke, Flame, etc.) is a plus.
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| Aspect | Nuke Junior | Nuke Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically entry-level, may require basic certification or training | More experienced, often requires advanced certifications and proven experience |
| Work Environment | Assists in setup, basic operations, and support tasks in a production environment | Handles complex operations, troubleshooting, and quality control in post-production |
| Industry Usage | Commonly used in film, TV, and visual effects studios for entry-level tasks | Used in similar settings but for more advanced compositing and effects work |
The main difference between a Nuke Junior and a Nuke Operator lies in experience and responsibilities. Nuke Juniors typically perform basic tasks and support roles, while Nuke Operators handle more complex compositing tasks and have greater technical expertise. Both roles are essential in visual effects workflows, but the Nuke Operator position requires more advanced skills and certifications.
San Francisco, CA • On-site
$67K - $86K/yr
Full-time
Posted 21 days ago
7.6
Based on 124 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
6th of 47 rated entertainment
Job Posting Title:
Junior Effects Technical Director (Project Hire) - ILM San FranciscoReq ID:
10148130Job Description:
Position SummaryJunior FX TDs work as part of a team under an FX Lead and/or FX Supervisor on shows. They will be working on basic FX shotwork involving simulation, rendering, and compositing. They will be required to use existing setups and adapt them to their shots when necessary. They will be expected to collaborate with the team to solve problems and communicate with production and artists across other departments.
What You'll DoPerform entry level shot work including simulating and rendering simple/pre-canned effects (e.g. foot hits, "easy" missile trails, sparks, underwater particulates, weather passes, simple smoke) on multiple shots across a show and render tuning
Communicating status of shots to supervisors and Production
Hand off elements to other departments e.g. comp and rendering teams
Present shot work in dailies; attend dailies and other department meetings
Data management of shots including clean up
Special projects as needed
Bachelor's degree in computer graphics or related field or equivalent experience
0-2 years' experience in the industry
Demo reel required
Exhibits strong teamwork and interdisciplinary thinking
Production pipeline experience
Strong, communication and follow-through
Ability to work under pressure and deadlines
Experience with Houdini required
Experience with Nuke (preferred) or other compositing software
Basic understanding of the physics of simulation
Nice to have:
Feature film/games/TV experience
Linux, Python, and Houdini Vex scripting preferred
Basic effects and simulation
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The hiring range for this position in San Francisco is $67,900 to $86,900 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.Job Posting Segment:
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Date Posted:
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