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.

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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