We are always looking for talented and motivated Pipeline Programmers for continuous development work:

Main focus on:
•   Improve and develop our complex in-house web-apps
Requirements:
•   Proficient programming skills in PHP, AJAX/Javascript and SQL

Or either:
•   Build and improve pipeline tools that manage the workflow in and between departments
Requirements:
•   Proficient programming skills in Python, Perl and SQL
•   Comfortable with exploring and using third party APIs
•   Experience with VFX applications (Maya, Nuke) would be a plus

General requirements:
•   Proven experience in software development
•   An eye for UX and GUI design
•   Experience with DB Design, stored procedures, trigger
•   Good knowledge of Linux, Windows and possibly OSX
•   Comfortable to work within a team, having a friendly nature
•   Knowledge of CG production pipelines and post production in general is of great advantage
•   Good organisational and English language skills
•   Comfortable to work within a team
•   EU citizenship or an existing German work permit

TRIXTER is always interested in getting to know talented Matchmovers for upcoming feature film vfx work:

Primary responsibilities:
•   Matchmoving of high quality plates
•   Modeling of sets and props for Layout purposes
•   Working with set references where necessary

Requirements:
•   Minimum of 2 years feature film or equivalent highres (2K) experience
•   Professional 3D Equalizer or SynthEyes user
•   Strong technical background and very accurate working style
•   Great problem solving and good communication skills
•   Ability to work well within a team
•   EU citizenship or an existing German work permit

We are always interested in getting to know talented 3D Generalists for upcoming projects.

Primary responsibilities:
•   All kind of 3D vfx assignments depending on project and skill set, focusing on effects,
  lighting and shading
•   Additional tasks might include modeling, rigging, matchmoving and basic animation and compositing
•   Realizing the artistic vision of the VFX Supervisor with guidance from the CG Supervsior
•   Consistently delivering shots on a high quality level

Requirements:
•   Strong artistic background
•   Minimum of 3 years feature film or equivalent highres (2K) experience
•   Proven look development and lighting experience
•   Expert Maya user
•   Familiar with either 3D Equalizer or SynthEyes
•   Basic Nuke knowledge
•   Experience with RenderMan a plus
•   Basic Linux knowledge
•   Great communication and problem solving skills
•   Ability to work well within a team
•   EU citizenship or an existing German work permit

We are always interested in getting to know talented FX Artists for upcoming projects.

Primary responsibilities:

•   Create convincing, realistic FX solutions and simulations (particles, cloth, fur)

•   Deliver all elements in a structured way that allows efficient integration into the pipeline
•   Work with other departments (animation, rendering and compositing) to find feasible concepts for the challenges at hand 


Requirements:
•   Minimum of 2 years feature film experience
•   Detailed knowledge of Maya, Renderman and Realflow.
•   Good communication skills and team orientation required to make and incorporate suggestions to and from other members of the VFX team
•   EU citizenship or an existing German work permit

We are always interested in getting to know talented RenderMan Artists for upcoming projects and R&D.

Primary tasks:
•   Rendering a broad range of high-class shots, from photo realistic visual effects to full CG animation
•   Maintenance of RenderMan software package
•   Scripting new render and pipeline solutions
•   Training and advising other team members regarding RenderMan
•   Shading of CG characters, props and sets
•   Additional tasks might include look development, hair & cloth simulation, lighting and pre-comps
•   Consistently delivering shots on a high quality level
•   Realizing the artistic vision of the VFX Supervisor with guidance from the CG Supervsior

Requirements:
•   Strong technical background
•   Expert RenderMan and Maya user
•   Minimum of 3 years feature film or equivalent highres (2K) experience
•   Proven experience in rendering, shading, scripting, lighting and development
•   Proficient knowledge of shader and RIB filter coding, procedural DSOs
•   Scripting skills in MEL, RSL, Python+pyMel, C++
•   Basic Nuke knowledge a plus
•   Solid Linux knowledge
•   Great communication and problem solving skills
•   Ability to work well within a team
•   EU citizenship or an existing German work permit

TRIXTER is always interested in getting to know experienced Compositors for upcoming feature film vfx work:

Primary responsibilities:
•   Compositing of live action shots with CG Elements
•   Consistently delivering shots that are creatively and technically excellent
•   Develop visual solutions for specific effects

Requirements:
•   Strong artistic background
•   Several years of feature film or equivalent highres (2K) Compositing experience
•   Professional NUKE user
•   Good communication skills as well as the ability to structure the workflow so that conceptual changes can be made efficiently
•   EU citizenship or an existing German work permit

TRIXTER Toronto is currently looking for an experienced Visual Effects Producer to join our team.
The Producer role carries significant responsibilities both internal and external to the facility. From the bidding process to driving a production schedule and managing a budget, being effective in this role is crucial to a well organized project.

Primary responsibilities:
•   Providing cost estimations and bids
•   Developing project schedules and planning their implementation
•   Monitoring the project progress to ensure that budgetary and scheduling targets
are being met
•   Working with the Visual Effects Supervisor in evaluating and hiring staff
•   Revising project contracts and managing show finances
•   Working with the Visual Effects Supervisor in bidding new projects
•   Interfacing with clients regarding budgetary and scheduling issues

Requirements:
•   Significant experience as a Producer in an established visual effects facility
•   In-depth knowledge of a CGI production workflow and of general film post production
•   Excellent communication, interpersonal and team leadership skills
•   Business acumen and an ability to balance financial responsibilities and negotiations
•   Organization, reliability and diligence
•   Proficient in using Microsoft Excel
•   Ability to motivate team members and to solve problems efficiently and patiently
•   Eligible to work in Canada

TRIXTER Toronto is seeking a VFX Supervisor to work on feature films.

As VFX Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring shots are done to a high level of aesthetic and technical quality.

Primary responsibilities:
•  Working with the Visual Effects Producer in bidding new projects, developing project schedules and evaluating and hiring staff
•  Supervising the implementation and enhancement of workflow and pipeline
•  Providing daily feedback and guidance for the artists
•  Monitoring the project progress to ensure that visual and technical targets
are being met
•  Taking an active role in meetings and approval sessions with clients

Requirements:
•  Extensive experience with vfx-heavy feature films
•  Expert with CG concepts and pipelines
•  Comprehensive software knowledge, primarily Nuke and Maya
•  Able to formulate efficient methodologies and workflows and lead a team of artists from turnover to final delivery
•  Self-motivated with a very strong artistic vision and the ability to formulate clear instructions when giving feedback
•  Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
•  Set supervision experience
•  Eligible to work in Canada

TRIXTER Toronto is seeking Compositing Artists at all levels to work on feature films.

Primary responsibilities:
•  Compositing of live action shots with CG Elements
•  Consistently delivering shots that are creatively and technically excellent
•  Develop visual solutions for specific effects

Requirements:
•  Feature film Compositing experience
•  Nuke user
•  Experience with matte projections and creating environments in Nuke
•  Familiar and comfortable with 3D concepts and pipelines
•  Able to work as part of a team and apply feedback towards accomplishing production goals
•  Ability to help establish workflows and use them to bring shots to final delivery
•  Strong communication skills as well as the ability to structure the workflow so that conceptual changes can be made efficiently
•  Self-motivated with a strong artistic vision and the ability to deliver shots at a high quality level
•  Eligible to work in Canada

Please use our online submission form:

To update an existing record, submit the changes in a new form using the same email address you registered with the first time.

For recruitment related inquiries please contact HR:
Corinna Ringer
jobs@trixter.de

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Including the following:
- Cover letter which states the position you are applying for and your availability
- Resume
- Demo reel and/or portfolio
- Breakdown Sheet