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Carlsbad, California, United States
Onsite
Job Posting Title:
Junior Creature Technical Director (Project Hire) - ILM San FranciscoReq ID:
10149648Job Description:
The Junior Creature Technical Director develops and maintains tools to support specific show needs as well as facility needs. The Junior Creature Technical Director works with and maintains hero assets/rigs; and takes direction from the show Creature TD Supervisor to troubleshoot pipeline issues, support CTDs by assisting in shotwork, and rigging non-hero assets.
Offer day-to-day show support for Creature Technical Directors & Animators under mentorship of Leads, Supervisors, and the Head of Department (HOD)
Analyze and optimize rigs/sim set-ups
Assist show Supervisors with quality control/prep
Troubleshoot creature pipeline issues for artists in other disciplines
Entry level shot work and rigging
Create and maintain documentation for show-specific processes and principles
A certificate or degree in Computer Graphics, Animation, Fine Arts, Design or Photography or a related program, and/or relevant experience working in a similar industry
Proven ability in one or more CG techniques relevant to the creature dept; rigging, and simulation with CG cloth, hair, fur, muscles, and skin
Experience with Maya or Houdini is required
A reel demonstrating character or creature effects, rigging, and technical abilities is required for this role
Experience refining templates, rig kits, and reusable sim set-ups is a plus
Knowledge of Linux as well as coding/scripting knowledge (Python, Me, or VEX) a plus
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The hiring range for this position in San Francisco is $67,000 to $85,600 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:
ILM San FranciscoJob Posting Primary Business:
ILM San FranciscoPrimary Job Posting Category:
Rigging - StudiosEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
San Francisco, CA, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-04-27