Job Posting Title: Junior Effects Technical Director Req ID: 10134625 Job Description: The Sydney ILM studio leverages the expertise and technological know-how developed over 40 years at Industrial Light & Magic combined with the top artists and technicians in the region. Knowledge and culture flow freely between the company’s five studios and the global team provides tools and workflow allowing for seamless teamwork on all joint projects. The Junior Effects Technical Director works under a sequence effects lead to support shows and troubleshoot the flow of data in/out of department and/or show. They may get opportunities to do basic FX shotwork, rendering and slap comps. Work is subject to close supervisory review at frequent intervals. They need to be able to develop enhancements or "fixes" to identified aspects of art / technologies. Need to work across multiple projects/productions at any given time. Responsibilities Performs entry level shot work including running simple/pre-canned effects (foot hits, “easy” missile trails, sparks, underwater particulates, weather passes, simple smoke) on multiple shots across a show and render tuning Communicating status of shots to supervisors and Production Responsible for handing off elements to other departments i.e. comp and rendering teams Presents shot work in dailies; attend dailies and other department meetings Data management of shots including clean up Special projects as needed Here are the skills and experience you need to be successful in this role: Required Skills / Competencies: Exhibits strong teamwork and interdisciplinary thinking Production pipeline experience Strong communication and follow-through Ability to work under pressure and deadlines Experience with either Maya, 3DS Max, Houdini, or similar software Basic knowledge of the physics of simulation Preferred Skills / Competencies: Feature film/games/TV experience Linux or Python scripting preferred Basic effects and simulation Nuke Education / Experience : At least 2 years of relevant VFX experience and at least a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Traditional Animation; OR at least 3 years of relevant professional VFX experience Demo reel required JoinILM This position is with Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Industrial Light & Magic. Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world. Job Posting Segment: ILM Sydney Job Posting Primary Business: ILM Sydney Primary Job Posting Category: Effects, Effects Design Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Sydney, Australia Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2025-10-16
