FX - Jedi Academy (Open to Canadian Citizens & PR only)
Postuler maintenant Postuler ultérieurement Job ID 10100144 Emplacement Vancouver, Canada Entreprise Industrial Light & Magic Date de publication 03/09/2024Résumé du poste:
Are you looking to get in the door of the exciting world of VFX? ILM’s Jedi Academy may be just the thing for you!
The Jedi Academy provides the opportunity for recently graduated students or artists with up to two years experience to train under our Jedi Masters.
In this paid experience, as the successful applicant, you will be carefully placed into the Effects department and will hone your skills in all areas needed to become a successful artist and team member. You will gain experience through training and mentorship, in a fast-paced and highly collaborative production environment.
To top it off, graduates who successfully complete the program may be offered a Junior Artist position within the studio.
ILM strives to be an inclusive environment, and we embrace promising individuals with a variety backgrounds and experiences. We are searching for Jedi’s who reflect the innovative spirit, creative talent, collaborative mindset and passion for great filmmaking that defines ILM.
What You Need to Know
The Jedi Academy role is a paid 6-week placement beginning November 12th, 2024
This role is considered Hybrid, which means you will work onsite at our Vancouver studio and from home
You will be required to work full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm
We do not provide assistance for relocation, housing, transportation, or work authorization for the Jedi Academy
You are a Canadian Citizen or hold Canadian Permanent Resident status
You will have graduated from a relevant course within the last 12 months or have up to two years of VFX experience
What You’ll Do
Receive mentorship and work on entry level shot work including running simple/pre-canned effects
Present your work to the supervisor / trainer and receive feedback
Implement supervisors / trainers feedback
Gather reference for your shots when needed
Learn data management of shots including clean up
Be one of a small team of Jedi’s from multiple disciplines
Strengthen professional habits, including best practices for presenting work, working as a team, and communicating effectively
Gain knowledge and appreciation of ILM’s culture and history
What We’re Looking For
Degree in visual effects or self taught, less than 2 years of work experience
Positive outlook, artistic and technical talent
Excited for the industry and excited to learn
Good organization and interpersonal skills
A demo reel demonstrating a strong understanding of effects principles and artistic ability
Basic knowledge and understanding of Math and Physics, and how it applies to computer graphics
Keen interest of the entire production pipeline outside of the FX discipline
Experience using and a firm grasp of Houdini
Scripting experience is a plus (Linux or Python)
Enjoying a fast paced, creative and diverse work environment
Join ILM
The pay rate for this role in Vancouver is C$25.14 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Sur Industrial Light & Magic:
Fondée en 1975 par George Lucas, ILM est l’installation d’effets spéciaux leader au monde, qui dessert les secteurs de l’image animée, de la production commerciale et de l’attraction. ILM a créé des effets visuels pour plus de 325 films, joué un rôle clé dans sept des 10 plus grands succès de box-office mondiaux de tous les temps et contribué à 25 des 50 plus grands. ILM a défini la norme pour les effets visuels, créant quelques-unes des images les plus étonnantes de l’histoire du film. À l’avant-garde de la révolution numérique, la société continue d’innover en matière d’effets visuels, de RV, de RA et de cinéma immersif.
Sur The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, ainsi que ses filiales et sociétés affiliées, forme l’une des principales entreprises internationales diversifiées de divertissement familial et de médias. Elle comprend trois secteurs d'activités essentiels : Disney Entertainment, ESPN et Disney Experiences. Depuis ses modestes débuts en tant que studio de dessins animés dans les années 1920 jusqu’à son statut de référence actuel dans le secteur du divertissement, Disney poursuit fièrement sa tradition de création d’histoires et d’expériences exceptionnelles pour tous les membres de la famille. Les histoires, les personnages et les expériences de Disney touchent les consommateurs et les visiteurs du monde entier. À travers nos activités présentes dans plus de 40 pays, nos employés et cast members collaborent pour créer des expériences de divertissement appréciées à la fois au niveau universel et local.
Le poste est rattaché à ILM (Vancouver) Inc. , qui fait partie d’une entreprise que nous appelons Industrial Light & Magic.