Job Description:
We are seeking a visionary Creative Supervisor to lead our VFX and Virtual Production teams, driving innovation in storytelling, cinematics, and real-time workflows using Unreal Engine. This role requires a unique blend of artistic leadership, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of the evolving landscape of real-time VFX, virtual production, and immersive content creation.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and mentor the Previz animation team, ensuring artistic and technical excellence.
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Oversee virtual production workflows ensuring seamless integration of real-time rendering.
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Collaborate closely with directors, storyboard artists, and VFX teams to translate scripts into compelling previs sequences.
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Optimize animation workflows for real-time production, leveraging Unreal’s animation tools (Sequencer, Control Rig, Motion Matching, etc.).
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Guide mocap integration and cleanup to enhance performance fidelity.
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Ensure cinematography principles (composition, framing, camera movement) align with storytelling needs.
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Problem-solve technical issues related to rigging, animation blending, and asset optimization.
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Stay at the forefront of real-time technology, evaluating new tools, techniques, and workflows.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
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10+ years of industry experience, with a strong focus on previs, cinematics, or real-time workflows.
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Expertise in Unreal Engine, especially Sequencer, Control Rig, and animation blueprints.
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Strong leadership skills with experience managing animation teams.
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Deep understanding of animation principles, motion capture, and cinematic storytelling.
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Proficiency in DCC tools (Maya, Houdini, Nuke, Blender, etc.) for asset creation and integration.
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Experience with motion capture pipelines and retargeting in Unreal.
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Strong problem-solving skills in both artistic and technical aspects of animation.
Bonus:
Knowledge of Python, Blueprint scripting, or experience with virtual production.
Experience with AI-driven tools, AR/VR content creation, or interactive storytelling.
