Remote Match Move / Tracker (General Submission)

This general submission posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration only; not for an existing opening. We anticipate this role may be open in the near future. If you wish to be considered for this potential opportunity, please submit your resume. When a position becomes available, you may be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team. The Company will only contact applicants who are selected for further consideration about potential future opportunities. 

Business Unit : Powerhouse VFX
Position : Match Move / Tracker
Location : Vancouver, BC (Remote)
*Pay Range : $35.00 - $50.00 CAD hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:
The VFX Match Move Tracker has a crucial role in the post-production process, ensuring seamless integration of visual effects into live-action footage. The primary responsibility is to accurately track 3D objects and cameras within a scene, providing precise data for animators and compositors to create realistic and believable effects.

MAIN DUTIES:
The Match Move Tracker is responsible for match move tracking, data analysis, collaboration, problem-solving and efficiency. Their duties are as outlined below:

• Match Move Tracking: Utilize industry standard tracking software (e.g. 3D Equalizer, Maya, Nuke) to establish accurate 3D camera paths and track 3D objects within live-action footage.
• Data Analysis: Analyze tracked data for accuracy and consistency, identifying and resolving any discrepancies or errors.
• Collaboration: Work closely with VFX supervisors, animators, and compositors to ensure that tracked data meets the creative vision and technical requirements of the project.
• Problem-Solving: Troubleshoot tracking challenges and implement creative solutions to achieve desired results.
• Efficiency: Optimize tracking workflows to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Staying Ahead: Keep up to date with the latest tracking software and techniques to maintain proficiency.

WHAT YOU BRING:
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of 3D space, camera movement, and perspective. They must be proficient in 3D Equalizer and Maya and have prior working experience in a VFX pipeline and collaborating with other team members. Additional desired skills include:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
• A passion for visual effects and a desire to contribute to high-quality productions.
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, Lua) for automation and customization is a plus.
• Knowledge of other VFX software (Nuke, Maya, Houdini) is a plus.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:
Company 3, including its various business units and family of brands, provides a full range of Creative Services for content creators, including conceptual design, pre-vis, look development, ideation and rapid prototyping, 3D animation/CGI, motion graphics/designers, matte painting, compositing, dailies and production services, color grading, post-production finishing, marketing/trailers, live-action production, experiences, and more.

Diversity and Inclusion at Company 3:

Creativity has diversity at its core. We celebrate the value of each unique experience by being dedicated to fostering the most diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where every employee feels empowered and safe to show up to work as their full self.

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Please inform the Company's HR representative if you need assistance completing any forms or otherwise need any accommodation or support in order to participate in the application process.

*The listed pay range represents the lowest to highest range that we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the range may be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, local currency exchange rates, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, applicable law, and business or organizational needs. 

The benefits for eligible part-time employees working 25 or more hours per week and full-time employees in the US include a comprehensive package of health, retirement, and insurance benefits and paid time off. The benefits for eligible project hires and part-time employees working less than 25 hours per week in the US include retirement, select insurance benefits, and where required by law, health benefits. For roles filled in Canada and other territories, local benefits plan offerings as adopted and amended from time to time will apply.

The above compensation and benefits information is provided in accordance with various state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The Company’s recruitment processes will also be conducted in accordance with applicable law as adopted and amended from time to time.

Both external and internal candidates can apply for this general submission posting through the Company’s Career Page.