Patrick King

As the Pipeline Technical Director (TD) I work with colleagues and supervisors to provide critical production support, improve overall pipeline efficiency, and advance the capabilities of the studio. I design, develop, and implement new 2D/3D software tools, techniques and processes for use in third-party and in-house systems, and across multiple projects and departments. This position requires strong technical and communication skills, a good understanding of CG production methodologies, workflows, trends and best-practices, as well as proficiency in software and UI design. Work closely with the Application Development, Studio and IT teams to design and create tools to maintain and further the production pipeline; tools will be created using both custom and third party Python, C++, JavaScript, MEL and Tcl APIs, including those applicable to Nuke, Maya, Photoshop and various in-house tools Work with department representatives to develop tools, techniques and workflows required to achieve specific project goals; integrate these solutions into the wider pipeline, where possible Work with artists to troubleshoot and fix critical production issues, which may include problems with models, rigs, effects, animation, rendering and compositing Research and advocate in the adoption of innovative new techniques, commercial or open-source tools and libraries, standards, and best-practices to help maintain industry relevance and the highest possible quality and efficiency Contribute to and maintain pipeline documentation, examples and training materials, conducting and recording live training where needed Support in creation and deployment of artist-created tools and their adoption into the wider pipeline; verifying quality, stability, and adherence to Application Development and Studio practices and guidelines Require little to no supervision