[Scratchpostjobs] Render Wrangler @ Meteor Studios

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Meteor Studios (www.meteorstudios.com <http://www.meteorstudios.com>)  
is the largest visual effects facility in Montreal with over 100  
employees dedicated to the highest level of visual effects and  
character animation for film and television. Since it's opening in  
2001, Meteor Studios has participated in the creation of project such  
as Alien Planet, Fantastic Four et Final Destination III.

Specifications:

	*	Temporary position
	*	Full time
	*	Evening or night shift

The Render Wrangler manages render farm resources while monitoring  
100cpus, helps allocate disk space for elements, isolates render  
errors and proactively communicates problems back to the respective  
owner.

Tasks:

	*	Work with Production to prioritize the order of rendering shots
	*	Allocate cpus to render jobs with the proper priorities
	*	Debug failed frames, scripting errors and link issues
	*	Manage the disabled host list; tracking problematic machines with systems
	*	Maintain 100% utilization of render farms, rebooting machines when  
necessary
	*	Develop ideas for improving existing render tools and procedure(s)
	*	Other duties will include providing assistance with tape-wrangling,  
monitor calibration and systems support

Requirements:

	*	D.C.S. in Computer Science
	*	Knowledge of Linux preferred
	*	Candidate must have the ability to debug technical issues
	*	Detail oriented with interest in detecting errors and resolving problems
	*	Must be able to prioritize requests and have effective communication skills
	*	Applicant must have an amiable disposition with a strong customer  
support ethic and an ability to handle production pressure well

Please note our current production level requires night shift, weekend  
work and possibly extended hours of operation.

Please submit your resume to recruiting at meteorstudios.com  
<mailto:recruiting at meteorstudios.com> or mail at the following address:
Att: Recruiting
Meteor Studios, Inc.
1751, Richardson, Suite 7200
Montreal Quebec
H3K 1G6