DreamWorks Animation

Design, build, test, and maintain character setups. Work with Modeling to create a model that meets technical needs. Work with R&D to craft, debug, and evaluate new tools. Collaborate with animators to design motion controls. Develop and maintain character motion and deformation systems. Develop new techniques and processes to solve character production challenges. Prioritize tasks and keep supervisors informed of progress and roadblocks.

Database administration for SQL & NoSQL DB (Postgres, Couchbase & Cassandra) running in Kubernetes and Docker. Managing the life cycle of database clusters with upgrade & patching. Prioritizing production issues with other internal support teams and support vendors, while documenting solutions. Actively facilitate continuous process improvement within the team and effectively multi-task handling day-to-day duties.

Take camera shots from RLO and install the actual animatable characters and final sets, resolving any issues that arise. Set dress shots based upon key artwork, working with the Art Directors to achieve the desired aesthetic for the set. Tighten up the cameras and support the shots through character animation and lighting, answering questions and solving problems.

Follow Production Designer’s direction to produce complex digimatte elements at a high standard, with a thorough understanding of perspective, lighting, and color; work with rendered cg elements, still photography, and digital paint to build believable environments. Experience in a Linux-based operating system and traditional art skills are desired.