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Unreal Technical Director, Scanline VFX

Location: Los Angeles, Vancouver, or Montreal

ROLE
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

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