We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic artist interested in pursuing a career in character rigging and simulation as a Creatures ATD.

A Creatures Assistant Technical Director provides support to the Creatures team and aids in the process of getting work through the production pipeline. The ATD supports multiple shows at a time and serves to ensure animation and creature work is flowing smoothly from one department to the next. They are required to troubleshoot and solve issues and direct questions and problems to the appropriate TD where necessary.

While this is an entry-level position, ATDs are critical to keeping the workflow of the department running efficiently and need to be highly organized and able to communicate with different types of artists across departments. An ability and interest to learn quickly and understand technical issues is helpful.

Our successful Creatures ATD candidate will have -

Excellent communication and organizational skills
Experience with Maya, rigging and animation.
Solid problem-solving skills
The ability to multi-task and prioritize across multiple projects.
Basic working knowledge of Linux
Desirable / Additional skills -

Python scripting and coding knowledge
VFX or equivalent degree
This contracted position is well suited to an individual looking to advance their career in the VFX industry and gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.

Weta Digital offers a dynamic working environment. The Creatures ATD role will provide you with diversity of work, and exciting development opportunities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate our diversity and believe in creating an environment where all our crew feel welcomed, respected, supported and appreciated.

Candidates must be a NZ resident / citizen or hold a current work visa to be eligible to apply.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Shortlisting for this role will begin in January 2022

Location: Wellington - New Zealand