Job Posting Title:
Sr Crowd Technical Director
Req ID:
10145924
Job Description:
Position Summary / Job Purpose
The main focus of the position will be to create crowd simulations for our CG scenes, using either off the shelf or our own proprietary software to populate cities, large scale environments and choreograph battles.
Primary Responsibilities
(Key or essential priorities for fulfilling the job’s purpose)
Creating the motion of crowds
Animation and simulations on shots or sequences
Setting-up / trouble shooting crowd simulations You will use Houdini software for editing, cycle database management, cycle blending efficiency and plug-in development to accomplish specific effects and export data to all parts of the production pipeline
Agent Creation, Motion Tree Creation, Motion Choreography, Motion Capture Direction, Houdini Dynamics, Complex Navigation and targeting enemy for battle, Character skeletal retargeting
Collaborate and communicate with R&D and Production Engineers in order to implement efficient and effective ways to integrate the crowd pipeline and problem solve any issues
Mentor the entry level artists by assisting on the use of Houdini and any crowd pipeline tools, including documentation and mentorship -
On-going communication with Artists, Production and other Leads and Supervisor regarding schedules, deadlines, and feedback
Shot set up and troubleshooting technical issues both on the artist/agent level
Attend all relevant meetings on shots, sequences and production
Key Peers or Relationships
(People in the organization who are important for success in this role.)
Crowd TD’s, Layout, VFX/CG Supervisors, Animation, Production
Required Experience
(Education, Experience and Skills/Competencies)
Advanced knowledge of Houdini Software
Proven experience working on high end VFX feature-film productions.
Strong crowd and layout skills including asset integration, scene setup and running simulations
Experience working with motion capture and/or clip-based animation
Strong working knowledge of Maya
Proficiency with Linux
Strong communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines whilst maintaining a high quality output.
Desirable Skills:
Working knowledge of Mel and/or Python
Understanding
of ‘Maya-to-Houdini workflow
Keen eye for how crowds flock and move / behavioral observations
Job Posting Segment:
ILM Mumbai
Job Posting Primary Business:
ILM Mumbai
Primary Job Posting Category:
Crowds - Studios
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Mumbai, India
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-03-16
