[Scratchpostjobs] R&H seeking Matchmove / Tracking TDs

[R&H Recruiting]

Rhythm & Hues Studios
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*/Two time Academy Award winner for Achievement in Visual Effects 
and three time recipient of the Scientific and Technical Achievement 
award, Rhythm & Hues is uniquely poised for the demands of the highly 
competitive visual effects and character animation industry.
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*/At the heart of Rhythm & Hues' success is its more than 20 year 
commitment to creating quality entertainment in a quality work 
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*/A few current and upcoming feature projects include amongst others,
"The Incredible Hulk", "Mummy 3", "Land of the Lost", and "The Fast & 
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*POSITION:                  Tracking / Matchmove Technical Director*
*DEPARTMENT:          Tracking*_


_*Position Summary:*

The Tracker TD must meticulously and accurately animate gross camera 
motion and parameters to match to live action camera movement. The TD 
must also use deformation tools to conform 3D models to fit specific 
object deformation in the photography.

*Responsibilities:** *

    * Work with animators and modeling TD's to insure accurate camera track
    * Analyze and understand basic principles of 3D graphics
    * Accurately record, use and analyze data from production supervisors
    * Study linear perspective and other properties of 3D space
    * Perform and deliver accurate match move data on schedule
    * Problem solve and predict potential problems with assigned tasks
    * Use and understand 3D modeling and deformation tools
    * Give input to software design tools and interface to improve
      throughput
    * Understanding of matrices, rotations, translations, scale, and
      gimbal lock
    * Accurately reconstruct 3D geometry based on photographs

*Required Skills/Experience:*

    * BS preferred or equivalent experience in 3D graphics
    * Strong technical background or matchmove experience
    * Ability to perform visual and analytical problem solving in 3D space
    * Ability to perform repetitive, high detail and tedious tasks
    * Linux/UNIX proficiency
    * Scripting ability -  Perl, csh, etc.
    * Understand local coordinate versus world coordinate space and 3D
      hierarchies
    * Understanding of camera parameters such as focus and focal length
    * Strict attention to detail in enforcing production standards

*Desired Skills/Experience:*

·         Good typing skills

·         Ability to work well in a team environment

·         High interest in film production and computer graphics

·         Ability to perform repetitive, high detail and tedious tasks

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Please send cover letter, resume, demo reel (dvd preferred) & shot 
breakdown sheet  to:*

*Rhythm & Hues Studios**
**Recruiting Department **
**re:  Tracking / Matchmove TD Position**
**5404 Jandy Place*
*Los Angeles**, CA 90066*

email: recruitment at rhythm.com <mailto:recruitment at rhythm.com>

http://www.rhythm.com