The successful candidate for this position will be responsible for specialized effects animation training. Responsibilities include hands-on large and small group classroom presentations of Houdini software tools and techniques.
* Intermediate to advanced experience with Houdini.
* 3+ years experience as a TD specializing in FX production.
* Ability and enthusiasm to develop and conduct training classes.
* Excellent interpersonal and communications skills required.
* A passion for staying up-to-date on latest software versions.
* Committed to education and the visual effects industry.
* Available to travel both domestic and internationally
* Possibility for flexible schedule
* Recent experience using Houdini in production
* Must be based in Los Angeles
DESIRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
* Training experience for feature film production or broadcast media
* Experience in public speaking for small to large groups
* Working knowledge of at least one other major 3D app
* Familiarity with the curriculum development process
* Experience creating, designing, and maintaining training documentation and tutorials.
Applications should be submitted to
recruiting@sidefx.com by e-mail in Word, OpenOffice, PDF, or plain text format. Please add HOUDINI TRAINER to email subject line when responding
While we thank all candidates for applying, only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.
SCAD Atlanta and SCAD and the GDX in Savannah all got a great dose of Houdini from EA's Leo Chan and SESI's Ziggy Ostertag, with Aliza covering both bases. Here's a synopsis:
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