Senior Motion Capture Specialist
On-siteManchester, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Influence all aspects of performance capture shoots by preparing talent with attention to wellbeing, performing calibration and body capture using the Optitrack system, and fitting, aiming, and recording facial performances via Faceware HMCs. Set up and operate the in-house realtime solution to stream live data into the game engine, while working alongside Directors and Designers to manage characters, props, levels, animation, and cameras throughout live shoots. Prop building and set construction utilize timber and scaffolding systems, and you will maintain the motion capture system and stage by testing, troubleshooting issues, and contributing innovative solutions. Trim, track, solve, and retarget motion capture data with strong attention to detail, actively pursuing technological advances through prescribed and self-initiated R&D.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience working in motion capture, television, theatre or film productions
- On-set and post experience using Motive, Shogun or equivalent optical capture software
- In-depth experience working with MotionBuilder or other 3D software packages
- Confident and composed in active, fast-paced environments
- Team-orientated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills working with a variety of personalities
- Solution-focused individual with the ability to react to challenges with both openness and urgency
- Highly time-proficient, capable of providing accurate time estimates and exceptionally efficient with workload balancing and prioritisation
- Ability to gather, analyse, and act on feedback
- Openness to critique and willingness to improve
- Strong work ethic and motivation to facilitate and meet high expectations during challenging shoot days
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supervising or floor-managing shoots
- Clear leadership qualities and proficiency managing a team
- Hands-on familiarity with building and maintaining motion capture systems
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