Studio: PFX
Job Opening: CG Lead
Location: Germany
Type: Full-Time
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the VFX Supervisor and Producer to understand project requirements, timelines, and resource needs.
- Translate creative concepts into actionable plans for the CG team.
- Provide technical leadership by staying informed on industry trends, technologies, and software advancements.
- Evaluate project requirements and define tools, software, and workflows to optimize efficiency and quality.
- Lead and mentor CG artists, ensuring their skills align with project demands.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
- Review CG assets and shots to ensure they meet quality standards and align with the creative vision.
- Implement feedback loops to enhance work-in-progress.
- Resolve technical challenges and collaborate with Pipeline TDs to optimize workflows.
- Act as a liaison between departments, ensuring clarity on project goals and requirements.
- Identify team skill gaps and organize training to elevate technical and artistic capabilities.
- Participate in recruitment to bring in top talent for the team.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Proven experience in the VFX industry with a solid understanding of CG production.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the VFX pipeline, from pre-production to final delivery.
- Expertise in industry-standard tools such as Autodesk Maya, Houdini, and other CG software.
- Advanced rendering skills with tools like Arnold, Karma, or Mantra.
- Familiarity with compositing principles and tools like Nuke (a plus).
- Strong leadership and communication skills to guide and inspire a dynamic team.
- A knack for balancing creative vision with technical constraints.
