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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technical Director (TD)

Remote: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Full time
Experience: 
Senior (5-10 years)
Work from: 
Australia, Canada, California (USA), United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in VFX or gaming, Experience with AI generators and Comfy UI, Proficient in real-time engines like Unreal Engine, Strong knowledge of traditional VFX software.

Key responsabilities:

  • Conduct cutting-edge research focused on AI
  • Create proofs of concept for new technologies
  • Document and communicate research findings
  • Stay updated with developments in technology
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Luma Pictures https://www.luma.inc/
201 - 500 Employees
About Luma Pictures
Luma Pictures is a globally renowned independent visual effects studio that builds compelling art and technology with a strong focus on company culture. We formed in 2002 in Venice, CA with the unwavering goal to create standout work with exceptional people. We expanded to Melbourne, Australia in 2013 and Vancouver, B.C. in 2021. Spanning two continents, Luma continues to grow and evolve to build more beautiful and compelling visual art for those who work for us, and those who work with us. With nearly 300 employees, we’re proud to have worked on over 100 feature films including: Elvis, Spider-Man: No Way Home, Black Panther, Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End, Guardians of the Galaxy; as well as Academy Award-winning films like Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Jojo Rabbit, No Country for Old Men, and True Grit. Over the years, we’ve kept that same hungry mindset and take pride in our creative partnerships. Our motto is simple: work with exceptional people on meaningful things. It’s what started our fire and continues to fuel our engine. Head to our careers page to see what openings we have available.
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Job description

Luma Pictures is seeking an Emerging Technology TD (AI TD)to join our team. This exciting role focuses on researching, developing, and implementing state-of-the-art technologies to enhance our VFX production pipeline. You will be instrumental in exploring and integrating new technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and more.

This position is open to candidates based in California (USA), Vancouver (Canada) & Melbourne (Australia).

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct cutting edge research, with a strong focus on AI
  • Quickly create proofs of concept for emerging technologies to evaluate their potential integration into Luma’s pipeline
  • Explore and experiment with a wide range of VFX-related technologies and workflows
  • Clearly document and communicate findings, progress, and conclusions from research and testing efforts
  • Stay up-to-date with cutting-edge developments, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation

    • You Have:
  • 5+ years of experience in a VFX, animation, or gaming environment, with a focus on technical direction
  • Experience with AI generators and Comfy UI
  • Experience with real-time engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) and their integration into VFX pipelines
  • Experience with traditional VFX software (e.g., Maya, Houdini, Nuke) and rendering technologies
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to translate creative challenges into technical solutions
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
    • Luma Pictures is an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

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    Experience

    Level of experience: Senior (5-10 years)
    Spoken language(s):
    English
    Check out the description to know which languages are mandatory.

    Hard Skills

    Technical SupervisionVxWorksMachine LearningArtificial IntelligenceRenderingUnreal EngineGenerative Artificial IntelligenceUnity EngineHoudini (3D Animation Software)

    Other Skills

    • Collaboration
    • Communication
    • Problem Solving
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