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A Hybrid working model
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
Department Summary
VFX is delivered across multiple disciplines, channels, clients and products. We create animated characters, full computer-generated car configurators with millions of variations, computer-generated food with AI backgrounds, photo-real, real-time environments, water simulations for 3D products, digital twins and much more.
The department includes lighters, modellers, animators, pipeline developers and producers in both onshore and offshore locations supporting global and local client needs.
What does a Senior Houdini Developer do at WPP Production?
Works closely with the Global Head of Pipeline in designing, implementing and overseeing visual effects systems and tools across all projects within WPP Production.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with various departments to ensure seamless integration of VFX and dependent technology into our productions.
- Optimisation of workflow efficiency, identifying innovative tools and techniques, maintaining industry standards for quality and performance.
- Demonstrate technical expertise and a deep understanding of VFX Processes including USD, Omniverse & AI
Reporting lines and key stakeholders
This role reports to Global Head of Pipeline and will work closely with all our global CGI/VFX teams.
Requirements
- Proficient with Houdini API and Hscript and software development for Houdini pipeline is a particular emphasis.Experience developing USD pipelines in Houdini and Solaris is crucial.
- VFX Software & Tools: A comprehensive understanding of industry standard VFX software and tools including Autodesk Maya, Nuke, Adobe After Effects and others is beneficial. Proficient enough in using these applications to converse effectively with stakeholders.
- Programming & Scripting: Proficiency in Python. Familiarity with common API and SDK’s with ability to learn quickly custom API concepts.
- Familiarity with Rez for package management, souec controls for Git and peer review and release workflow workflow for development.
- Adherence to ticketing processes in solutions such as JIRA for tracking and communication.
- Cloud Infrastructure: Familiarity with cloud-based solutions and distributed computing and it’s application in scaleable rendering, devops and storage options
- Performance Optimisation: Understanding how to optimise render times, memory usage, and data transfer.
- Collaboration and Communication: Strong communication sills to effectively liaise with different teams, document tools for technical and non-technical audiences from VFX artists to production supervisors and IT departments.
- Time management, problem solving and troubleshooting. The ability to identify and address technical issues that may arise during VFX production is critical to maintain project timelines and deliver high-quality results.
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Why work here:
At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.
Inclusion and Impact
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
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