Lead Technical Director for Visual Effects
Location
vancouver, metro vancouver regional district
Job Type
Full-time
Category
IT & Technology
Posted
June 11, 2026
Transform visual storytelling as a Senior Effects Technical Director at Industrial Light & Magic in Vancouver. Enjoy a hybrid work model while creating groundbreaking effects.
At ILM, you will independently design and execute complex effects, challenging your artistic and technical expertise. Collaboration is key as you mentor junior team members and ensure all work aligns with the film's vision. Your role will also include giving production estimates to streamline workflows.
Key Responsibilities:
• Create complex particle and fluid simulations
• Guide lighting and compositing of your effects
• Optimize rendering for high-quality production
• Provide mentorship to junior FX artists
• Collaborate on special projects to innovate workflows
Requirements:
• Minimum 5 years of experience with a degree, or 7 years without
• Mastery of Houdini, Maya, and Python scripting
• Familiar with Linux operating systems
• Strong grasp of visual physics principles
•...
At ILM, you will independently design and execute complex effects, challenging your artistic and technical expertise. Collaboration is key as you mentor junior team members and ensure all work aligns with the film's vision. Your role will also include giving production estimates to streamline workflows.
Key Responsibilities:
• Create complex particle and fluid simulations
• Guide lighting and compositing of your effects
• Optimize rendering for high-quality production
• Provide mentorship to junior FX artists
• Collaborate on special projects to innovate workflows
Requirements:
• Minimum 5 years of experience with a degree, or 7 years without
• Mastery of Houdini, Maya, and Python scripting
• Familiar with Linux operating systems
• Strong grasp of visual physics principles
•...