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Advanced Creature Technical Director Position

Company

Industrial Light & Magic

Location

vancouver, metro vancouver regional district

Posted

June 05, 2026

Position Overview

Join Industrial Light & Magic as an Advanced Creature Technical Director located in Vancouver, BC. This role involves complex simulations and mentoring talent in the VFX field.
As part of a talented team at Industrial Light & Magic, you will manage advanced creature simulations, including hair and cloth using Houdini. You will also provide critical support by troubleshooting pipeline issues for fellow artists while guiding new talent in simulation techniques. Your command over rigging and scripting in Maya will be essential for the successful execution of projects.
Key Responsibilities:
• Run advanced simulations for creatures and props
• Troubleshoot creature and pipeline challenges
• Mentor and inspire entry-level technical artists
• Develop and script tools in Maya
• Rig characters and assets with precision
Requirements:
• 5+ years of professional experience in VFX
• Expertise in Houdini and Linux environments
• Proficiency in corrective sculpting te...

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