Effects Technical Director - ILM London Apply Now Apply Later

Job ID

10124670

Location

London, United Kingdom

Business

Industrial Light and Magic

Date posted 6?. 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 with great technical and problem-solving abilities, paired with a keen creative eye. The ideal person for this role thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and consistently strives to deliver work of the highest quality.What you’ll do:

Create highly detailed effects layers using RBD, fluid, cloth, and particle simulations.Set up and wrangle elements for large-scale effects-driven visual effects shots and animation.Solve technical problems and debug simulation and rendering issues.Render and light effects elements for use in final composites.Pick up new techniques quickly and with ease.Continuously raise the benchmark in terms of 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 per week at a Company designated location, and occasionally from home.JoinILMDiscover How We Challenge the Impossible Every Day. Learn More About Our ProjectsStep Inside Our World of Stories to Learn More About Us at ILMVisit Our Latest News to Learn How Story Drives Everything We Do

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.This position is with ILM (UK) Ltd. , which is part of a business we call Industrial Light and Magic .ILM (UK) Ltd. 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.Sign up to receive new job alerts and company information based on your preferences.

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