Effects Technical Director - ILM London Apply Now Apply Later Job ID Location London, United Kingdom Business Industrial Light & Magic Date posted 6月. 17, 2025 Job Summary: Position Summary At ILM, FX Technical Directors are tasked with creating simulations, procedural animation, and rendering photorealistic effects elements for feature film, animation and episodic visual effects. We seek an artist … quality and efficiency. What we're looking for: Experience as an effects technical director in feature film, animation and/or episodic TV, or other relevant experience in VFX, games or animation. Ability to work with proficiency, energy, and passion within a team environment. A proactive communicator. Engages in the creative process with an inclusive and encouraging approach. Demonstrates … a great eye for aesthetics. Shows interest and skill in solving technical and creative problems. Good understanding of most aspects of Houdini and the VFX pipeline. Linux proficiency. Please provide a demo reel that showcases your creative and technical skills. This role is Hybrid, which means the employee will be required to work a minimum of 2 days on-site More ❯
for a Technical Animation Assets Coordinator who will provide technical media asset support throughout the Studio team. With a strong understanding of animation assets, audio, video, and GFX/VFX, they will play a critical role in ensuring all content meets the technical requirements for delivery to streaming platforms and exhibitors worldwide. This is a demanding and fast-paced role More ❯
content globally and creating some of the world's best sporting coverage. Our facilities include four broadcast studios, fifty edit suites and a multitude of radio, podcast, dubbing and VFX facilities, with specialisms in remote production and carbon reduction thanks to our Green to Screen initiative. Whether it's live coverage, archive, highlights, social media, branded content or feature films … production and live operations facilities. It houses 4 HD broadcast television studios, 9 production galleries, 3 dubbing suites, 50 edit destinations, 3 radio studios, an award-winning 3D Graphics & VisualEffects team, and one of the largest data centres built specifically for digital media and broadcast in recent times. We are looking for a dynamic Director of Projects More ❯
content globally and creating some of the world's best sporting coverage. Our facilities include four broadcast studios, fifty edit suites and a multitude of radio, podcast, dubbing and VFX facilities, with specialisms in remote production and carbon reduction thanks to our Green to Screen initiative. Whether it's live coverage, archive, highlights, social media, branded content or feature films … production and live operations facilities. It houses 4 HD broadcast television studios, 9 production galleries, 3 dubbing suites, 50 edit destinations, 3 radio studios, an award-winning 3D Graphics & VisualEffects team, and one of the largest data centres built specifically for digital media and broadcast in recent times. We are looking for a highly skilled Operations Delivery More ❯
with 2-3 days initially with potential for extension based on project needs. What You'll Do Create and animate 3D characters for VR experiences Develop shaders, materials, and visualeffects optimized for Quest Build custom Unity tools and workflows Collaborate closely with the development team Optimize content for real-time VR performance Work across the full 3D More ❯
our software delivery and runtime infrastructure, the group strives to empower our team of developers to deliver high quality tools to our artists, facilitating their creation of award-winning visualeffects and feature animation work. We are looking for a Software Developer to help push our software build infrastructure to the next level: to scale and meet our More ❯
technologies. Workflow Support: Help develop and refine hybrid pipelines that combine modern technologies with traditional video, animation, and post-production processes. Creative-Technical Integration: Partner with designers, editors, and VFX artists to translate creative ideas into technically feasible solutions that enhance storytelling and visual impact. Tool Customization & Automation: Create scripts, templates, and lightweight tools to improve efficiency, consistency, and … knowledge of 3D tools (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya) and render engines (e.g., Redshift, Octane, Unreal Engine). Strong skills in video editing and motion design software (e.g., After Effects, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve). Experience with real-time engines (Unreal Engine or Unity) for prototyping or content creation. Basic scripting/programming proficiency (Python, JavaScript, or similar) for More ❯
technologies. Workflow Support: Help develop and refine hybrid pipelines that combine modern technologies with traditional video, animation, and post-production processes. Creative-Technical Integration: Partner with designers, editors, and VFX artists to translate creative ideas into technically feasible solutions that enhance storytelling and visual impact. Tool Customization & Automation: Create scripts, templates, and lightweight tools to improve efficiency, consistency, and … knowledge of 3D tools (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya) and render engines (e.g., Redshift, Octane, Unreal Engine). Strong skills in video editing and motion design software (e.g., After Effects, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve). Experience with real-time engines (Unreal Engine or Unity) for prototyping or content creation. Basic scripting/programming proficiency (Python, JavaScript, or similar) for More ❯
technologies. Workflow Support: Help develop and refine hybrid pipelines that combine modern technologies with traditional video, animation, and post-production processes. Creative-Technical Integration: Partner with designers, editors, and VFX artists to translate creative ideas into technically feasible solutions that enhance storytelling and visual impact. Tool Customization & Automation: Create scripts, templates, and lightweight tools to improve efficiency, consistency, and … knowledge of 3D tools (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya) and render engines (e.g., Redshift, Octane, Unreal Engine). Strong skills in video editing and motion design software (e.g., After Effects, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve). Experience with real-time engines (Unreal Engine or Unity) for prototyping or content creation. Basic scripting/programming proficiency (Python, JavaScript, or similar) for More ❯
london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
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technologies. Workflow Support: Help develop and refine hybrid pipelines that combine modern technologies with traditional video, animation, and post-production processes. Creative-Technical Integration: Partner with designers, editors, and VFX artists to translate creative ideas into technically feasible solutions that enhance storytelling and visual impact. Tool Customization & Automation: Create scripts, templates, and lightweight tools to improve efficiency, consistency, and … knowledge of 3D tools (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya) and render engines (e.g., Redshift, Octane, Unreal Engine). Strong skills in video editing and motion design software (e.g., After Effects, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve). Experience with real-time engines (Unreal Engine or Unity) for prototyping or content creation. Basic scripting/programming proficiency (Python, JavaScript, or similar) for More ❯
Managing Director (Film/TV/Gaming/VFX/VR) Location: 3 days a week in Thames Valley Salary: Competitive + Exceptional Benefits ~ £200k package Are you ready to drive innovation and scale a high-growth technology business? Do you have the vision to take a £40M business to £100M+? Can you lead cutting-edge R&D while delivering … commercial success? Are you excited by the challenge of shaping the future of advanced technology? Our client is a global technology leader working at the intersection of VR, AR, VFX, gaming, film and biomechanics. Their innovative solutions power some of the most forward-thinking industries in the world. Now, they’re looking for a Managing Director to take the business … in a fast-moving, tech-driven environment. Strategic & Commercial Acumen – Strong P&L responsibility, market expansion experience, and the ability to future-proof a business. Industry Insight – Knowledge of VFX, gaming or advanced software solutions is an advantage. Operational Excellence – Ability to optimise processes, streamline supply chains, and ensure efficient delivery of innovation. Stakeholder Management – Strong communication and leadership skills More ❯
Managing Director (Film/TV/Gaming/VFX/VR) Location: 3 days a week in Thames Valley Salary: Competitive + Exceptional Benefits ~ £200k package Are you ready to drive innovation and scale a high-growth technology business? Do you have the vision to take a £40M business to £100M+? Can you lead cutting-edge R&D while delivering … commercial success? Are you excited by the challenge of shaping the future of advanced technology? Our client is a global technology leader working at the intersection of VR, AR, VFX, gaming, film and biomechanics. Their innovative solutions power some of the most forward-thinking industries in the world. Now, they’re looking for a Managing Director to take the business … in a fast-moving, tech-driven environment. Strategic & Commercial Acumen – Strong P&L responsibility, market expansion experience, and the ability to future-proof a business. Industry Insight – Knowledge of VFX, gaming or advanced software solutions is an advantage. Operational Excellence – Ability to optimise processes, streamline supply chains, and ensure efficient delivery of innovation. Stakeholder Management – Strong communication and leadership skills More ❯
london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Humand Talent
Managing Director (Film/TV/Gaming/VFX/VR) Location: 3 days a week in Thames Valley Salary: Competitive + Exceptional Benefits ~ £200k package Are you ready to drive innovation and scale a high-growth technology business? Do you have the vision to take a £40M business to £100M+? Can you lead cutting-edge R&D while delivering … commercial success? Are you excited by the challenge of shaping the future of advanced technology? Our client is a global technology leader working at the intersection of VR, AR, VFX, gaming, film and biomechanics. Their innovative solutions power some of the most forward-thinking industries in the world. Now, they’re looking for a Managing Director to take the business … in a fast-moving, tech-driven environment. Strategic & Commercial Acumen – Strong P&L responsibility, market expansion experience, and the ability to future-proof a business. Industry Insight – Knowledge of VFX, gaming or advanced software solutions is an advantage. Operational Excellence – Ability to optimise processes, streamline supply chains, and ensure efficient delivery of innovation. Stakeholder Management – Strong communication and leadership skills More ❯
Managing Director (Film/TV/Gaming/VFX/VR) The ideal person will come from a revenue/commercial/sales Director background (hence the advertised job title). Location: 3 days a week in Thames Valley Salary: Competitive + Exceptional Benefits ~ £200k package Are you ready to drive innovation and scale a high-growth technology business? Do … commercial success? Are you excited by the challenge of shaping the future of advanced technology? Our client is a global technology leader working at the intersection of VR, AR, VFX, gaming, film and biomechanics. Their innovative solutions power some of the most forward-thinking industries in the world. Now, they’re looking for a Managing Director to take the business … in a fast-moving, tech-driven environment. Strategic & Commercial Acumen – Strong P&L responsibility, market expansion experience, and the ability to future-proof a business. Industry Insight – Knowledge of VFX, gaming or advanced software solutions is an advantage. Operational Excellence – Ability to optimise processes, streamline supply chains, and ensure efficient delivery of innovation. Stakeholder Management – Strong communication and leadership skills More ❯
Managing Director (Film/TV/Gaming/VFX/VR) The ideal person will come from a revenue/commercial/sales Director background (hence the advertised job title). Location: 3 days a week in Thames Valley Salary: Competitive + Exceptional Benefits ~ £200k package Are you ready to drive innovation and scale a high-growth technology business? Do … commercial success? Are you excited by the challenge of shaping the future of advanced technology? Our client is a global technology leader working at the intersection of VR, AR, VFX, gaming, film and biomechanics. Their innovative solutions power some of the most forward-thinking industries in the world. Now, they’re looking for a Managing Director to take the business … in a fast-moving, tech-driven environment. Strategic & Commercial Acumen – Strong P&L responsibility, market expansion experience, and the ability to future-proof a business. Industry Insight – Knowledge of VFX, gaming or advanced software solutions is an advantage. Operational Excellence – Ability to optimise processes, streamline supply chains, and ensure efficient delivery of innovation. Stakeholder Management – Strong communication and leadership skills More ❯
Managing Director (Film/TV/Gaming/VFX/VR) The ideal person will come from a revenue/commercial/sales Director background (hence the advertised job title). Location: 3 days a week in Thames Valley Salary: Competitive + Exceptional Benefits ~ £200k package Are you ready to drive innovation and scale a high-growth technology business? Do … commercial success? Are you excited by the challenge of shaping the future of advanced technology? Our client is a global technology leader working at the intersection of VR, AR, VFX, gaming, film and biomechanics. Their innovative solutions power some of the most forward-thinking industries in the world. Now, they’re looking for a Managing Director to take the business … in a fast-moving, tech-driven environment. Strategic & Commercial Acumen – Strong P&L responsibility, market expansion experience, and the ability to future-proof a business. Industry Insight – Knowledge of VFX, gaming or advanced software solutions is an advantage. Operational Excellence – Ability to optimise processes, streamline supply chains, and ensure efficient delivery of innovation. Stakeholder Management – Strong communication and leadership skills More ❯
london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Humand Talent
Managing Director (Film/TV/Gaming/VFX/VR) The ideal person will come from a revenue/commercial/sales Director background (hence the advertised job title). Location: 3 days a week in Thames Valley Salary: Competitive + Exceptional Benefits ~ £200k package Are you ready to drive innovation and scale a high-growth technology business? Do … commercial success? Are you excited by the challenge of shaping the future of advanced technology? Our client is a global technology leader working at the intersection of VR, AR, VFX, gaming, film and biomechanics. Their innovative solutions power some of the most forward-thinking industries in the world. Now, they’re looking for a Managing Director to take the business … in a fast-moving, tech-driven environment. Strategic & Commercial Acumen – Strong P&L responsibility, market expansion experience, and the ability to future-proof a business. Industry Insight – Knowledge of VFX, gaming or advanced software solutions is an advantage. Operational Excellence – Ability to optimise processes, streamline supply chains, and ensure efficient delivery of innovation. Stakeholder Management – Strong communication and leadership skills More ❯
commercial success? Are you excited by the challenge of shaping the future of advanced technology? Our client is a global technology leader working at the intersection of VR, AR, VFX, gaming, film and biomechanics. Their innovative solutions power some of the most forward-thinking industries in the world. Now, they’re looking for a Managing Director to take the business … in a fast-moving, tech-driven environment. Strategic & Commercial Acumen – Strong P&L responsibility, market expansion experience, and the ability to future-proof a business. Industry Insight – Knowledge of VFX, gaming or advanced software solutions is an advantage. Operational Excellence – Ability to optimise processes, streamline supply chains, and ensure efficient delivery of innovation. Stakeholder Management – Strong communication and leadership skills More ❯
techniques (e.g. differentiable rendering, backprop in 3D pipelines)Solid mathematical foundationPyTorch or TensorFlowPythonC/C++ and CUDA2+ years' AI development experience Experience with or passion for 3D graphics and visual computing Responsibilities … Develop and deploy AI systems for:3D object reconstruction from images/videoReal-time volumetric rendering and scene optimization Contribute AI expertise to a team of experienced 3D/VFX/XR developers Drive integration of cutting-edge techniques like:Neural Radiance Fields (NeRFs)Gaussian SplattingLayered Mesh Light Field Video More ❯