Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading visual effects facility serving motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries.

Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), founded by George Lucas in 1975, is seeking a Junior Lighting Technical Director for their Mumbai studio. This role combines creative and technical skills in visual effects production. The Mumbai studio leverages 40+ years of ILM expertise while collaborating with global teams across six studios.

As a Junior Lighting TD, you'll design and implement lighting and shadows for assigned shots, ensuring continuity within sequences. You'll work with various lighting setups, manage multiple assets, and handle volumetric lighting including shadowing and cucoloris development. The role involves working with CG hair and scattering skin materials.

The ideal candidate brings 2+ years of VFX experience or relevant education, with expertise in industry-standard software like Maya, Houdini, and Nuke. Strong communication skills are essential for daily reviews and team collaboration. You'll be part of a legacy that has contributed to seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits.

This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema. You'll be joining a company that values innovation, creativity, and diverse perspectives, working on projects that push the boundaries of visual storytelling.

Junior Lighting Technical Director position at ILM Mumbai, focusing on creating visual effects and lighting for major film productions using industry-standard tools and techniques.

Jr Lighting Technical Director (Only Juniors)

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, creating visual effects for over 325 feature films and pioneering digital revolution in VFX, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), a pioneering visual effects company founded by George Lucas, is seeking a Technical Assistant to join their Mumbai team. This role serves as a crucial bridge between production, CG supervisors, artists, and technical support staff, managing digital assets through the CG pipeline. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in visual effects, contributing to major film projects at the world's leading effects facility.

The ideal candidate will handle incoming and outgoing media, ensure proper file conversion and quality control, and maintain security standards for all digital assets. This role requires technical expertise in various operating systems, understanding of 3D animation software, and programming skills, particularly in Python. The position demands excellent communication abilities, strong problem-solving skills, and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Working at ILM means being part of a legacy that has contributed to seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits and created some of the most stunning images in film history. The company offers competitive benefits including health and savings packages, educational opportunities, and time-off programs. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about visual effects and technology to join a company that continues to break new ground in VFX, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

Technical Assistant position at Industrial Light & Magic Mumbai, managing digital assets and pipeline operations for world-class visual effects production.

Technical Assistant

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries.

Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), founded by George Lucas in 1975, is seeking a Senior Effects Technical Director for their Vancouver office. This is a hybrid role requiring 2-3 days onsite.

The role involves creating sophisticated visual effects for feature films, focusing on FX animation, procedural simulation, and particle/fluid systems. As a Senior Effects TD, you'll work independently while collaborating with supervisors and various departments to deliver high-quality visual effects.

The ideal candidate brings at least 5 years of professional VFX experience, combining technical expertise with artistic vision. You'll need proficiency in industry-standard software like Maya, 3DS Max, or Houdini, along with Python scripting abilities and a solid understanding of simulation physics.

ILM offers a competitive compensation package ranging from C$124,900 to C$152,300 annually, plus benefits. The company has an impressive track record, having contributed to 25 of the top 50 box-office hits and created visual effects for over 325 feature films.

This position offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of the digital revolution, contributing to groundbreaking projects in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema. You'll be part of a legacy that continues to set industry standards while mentoring junior artists and collaborating with world-class talent.

The role combines technical skills with creative artistry, requiring both independent work and team collaboration. You'll be responsible for complex shot work, accurate time estimation, and maintaining high-quality standards under production deadlines.

Senior Effects Technical Director position at ILM Vancouver, creating visual effects for feature films with focus on FX animation and simulation.

Senior Effects Technical Director

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries.

Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) is seeking a Senior Pipeline Technical Director to join their Vancouver team in a hybrid work arrangement. This role focuses on providing crucial support for productions and artists, particularly in the downstream team supporting Compositing, DMP, Editorial, and Media Creation. The position offers an opportunity to work at the forefront of visual effects technology, developing and maintaining sophisticated pipeline tools while mentoring fellow team members. With a salary range of C$124,900 to C$159,900, this role combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving in a fast-paced feature film environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in visual effects production, strong programming skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across ILM's global studios. This is a chance to contribute to groundbreaking visual effects work at one of the industry's most prestigious companies, founded by George Lucas and responsible for effects in many of the world's highest-grossing films.

Senior Pipeline Technical Director position at ILM Vancouver, focusing on developing and maintaining VFX pipeline tools while providing production support and mentoring team members.

Senior Pipeline Technical Director

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading visual effects facility creating groundbreaking technology for motion pictures and entertainment.

Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), founded by George Lucas in 1975, is seeking Production Engineering interns for Summer 2025. This 16-week paid internship offers a unique opportunity to work with the company that has created visual effects for iconic films like Star Wars, Jurassic Park, and The Avengers. 

The Production Engineering group at ILM develops cutting-edge technology that enables artists to create stunning visuals. With over 70 software engineers working alongside thousands of digital artists across studios in San Francisco, Vancouver, London, Sydney, and Mumbai, interns will be immersed in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

As an intern, you'll contribute to real projects, developing tools and production techniques across various areas of visual effects and animation production. This includes work in image processing, simulation, lighting, modeling, and pipeline systems. The role offers hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and technologies while receiving mentorship from leaders in the VFX industry.

The ideal candidate should be pursuing a Computer Science degree, demonstrate strong programming skills in Python or C++, and have a passion for applying technology to film and visual effects. Experience with 3D software like Maya or Houdini, machine learning, or GUI development is a plus. The position offers competitive compensation at C$25/hour with select benefits.

This opportunity is perfect for students who thrive in creative environments, enjoy knowledge sharing, and have a deep interest in the intersection of technology and entertainment. ILM's commitment to innovation, demonstrated by their 34 Scientific and Technical Academy Awards®, makes this an exceptional opportunity for aspiring software engineers to launch their careers in the visual effects industry.

Summer 2025 Production Engineering internship at ILM, developing software tools for visual effects and animation production in Vancouver.

Production Engineering Intern (Summer 2025)

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, creating visual effects for over 325 feature films.

Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), founded by George Lucas in 1975, is seeking Lighting Technical Directors for their London office. This role is crucial in producing high-quality CG lighting and rendering for complex shots in high-end photo-realistic visual effects. The position offers an opportunity to work at the world's leading visual effects facility, which has contributed to many of the highest-grossing films of all time. The role requires a blend of technical expertise in VFX pipelines, lighting, and rendering, along with creative skills in photography and aesthetics. Working in a hybrid model, team members will collaborate with Lighting Supervisors and CG Supervisors while having the autonomy to solve complex technical challenges. ILM's continued innovation in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema makes this an exciting opportunity for those passionate about pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling. The position requires minimum 2 days per week in the London office, offering a balance between collaborative in-person work and remote flexibility.

Lighting Technical Director position at ILM London focusing on high-end visual effects, requiring expertise in CG lighting, rendering, and VFX pipeline.

Lighting Technical Director (All levels) - ILM London

Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), founded by George Lucas in 1975, is seeking a Senior Effects Technical Director to join their team in Sydney, Australia. As a world-leading visual effects facility that has contributed to over 325 feature films, including seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits, ILM continues to push boundaries in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

The role involves creating sophisticated FX animation, procedural simulation, and particle systems for feature film visual effects. You'll work independently while collaborating with supervisors and various departments, making this an ideal position for someone who combines technical expertise with creative vision.

Key responsibilities include designing complex simulations, lighting elements, managing shot data, and mentoring junior artists. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of professional VFX experience, strong technical skills including Python and Linux, and expertise with industry-standard software like Maya, Houdini, or 3DS Max.

At ILM, we value diversity and inclusion, believing that our best work comes when our teams reflect the vast experiences of our audiences. The company offers the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects while being part of The Walt Disney Company's larger entertainment ecosystem.

This role offers the chance to contribute to some of the most stunning visual effects in film history while working with industry-leading professionals in a collaborative environment. If you're passionate about combining technical expertise with creative excellence in visual effects, this position offers an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of entertainment.

Senior Effects Technical Director position at ILM Sydney, creating visual effects for feature films using advanced simulation and animation techniques.

Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), founded by George Lucas in 1975, is seeking an Effects Technical Director for their Mumbai studio. As the youngest of all ILM studios, the Mumbai location combines 40+ years of ILM expertise with top regional talent. The role involves creating visual effects for feature films, focusing on FX animation, simulation, and particle systems.

The ideal candidate will join a global team that shares tools and workflows across six studios, enabling seamless collaboration on all projects. You'll be responsible for generating FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, particle and fluid systems for feature film visual effects. Additionally, you'll handle lighting, rendering and moderate-level compositing of complex shots under supervisor guidance.

This position offers the opportunity to work on groundbreaking visual effects at a company that has contributed to 25 of the top 50 worldwide box-office hits and continues to push boundaries in VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema. You'll be part of The Walt Disney Company's larger entertainment ecosystem, working with one of the most prestigious visual effects studios in the industry.

The role requires strong technical skills combined with artistic vision, including experience with industry-standard software like Maya, Houdini, or 3DS Max. You'll need to demonstrate excellent communication skills, strong teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining high-quality output. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals looking to contribute to world-class visual effects projects while working with cutting-edge technology and creative teams.

Senior Effects Technical Director position at ILM Mumbai, creating visual effects for feature films with focus on FX animation and simulation systems.

Effects Technical Director -Evergreen

We are looking for an extraordinary teammate to join our Creature team. As a Creature TD Lead, you will be responsible for the creation of outstanding character and creature rigs and simulations, using various software technologies. Our Leads are experienced in leading/mentoring teams, and they understand all aspects of Creature TD work in a production pipeline. They are able to wrangle rigging and creature pipeline issues proficiently under the direction and support of their supervisors.

At ILM, a good idea is a good idea, regardless of where it comes from! Do you thrive in a creative environment? Do you enjoy sharing knowledge and learning from others? If you love art, technology, and movies, then this might be the role you're looking for!

ILM strives to be an inclusive environment, and the Creature team embraces promising individuals with a variety backgrounds and experiences.

What You'll Do:
- Advanced hero-creature rigging and enveloping in Maya
- Set up and run cloth, hair, rigid body, crowd, muscle simulations
- Comprehend and implement direction from Creature Supervisor
- Oversee the work of entry, mid and senior level Creature TDs and provide day-to-day assistance and guidance
- Participate as a team member in achieving various aesthetic solutions
- Train and mentor new artists and provide technical assistance to show supervisors
- Maintain or exceed a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work

What We're Looking For:
- 5+ years relevant professional experience and a BA in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field
- High proficiency in body/facial rigging and cloth/hair/flesh/rigid body simulations
- Deep understanding of anatomy and muscle dynamics
- Experience with proprietary simulation engines and off the shelf software packages (Maya/Houdini)
- Proficiency with Linux, Python, Maya
- Positive demeanor and excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Ability to learn quickly and assimilate new information

The hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$122,400 to C$156,800 per year based on a 40-hour work week. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.

Lead Creature Technical Director at Industrial Light & Magic, creating outstanding character and creature rigs and simulations for visual effects in movies.

Lead Creature Technical Director

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50.

The Pipeline TD II develops and maintains software tools, providing front-line assistance to artists, and general troubleshooting of the CG pipeline in a fast-paced, feature film visual effects production environment. The primary focus is ensuring artist efficiency.

We are currently hiring for our downstream team, which supports Compositing, DMP, Editorial, Media Creation, Show Media Setup and Production tools.

What You'll Do:
- Provide front-line production assistance across a wide range of disciplines, troubleshoot assets and shots, and help artists with general problem-solving
- Develop pipeline and asset management tools to meet immediate, show-directed production demands, ensuring facility-wide consistency as directed by show and technical supervisors
- Work on tools of high complexity and sophistication
- Guide and mentor fellow Pipeline TDs by offering initial support, establishing coding standards, and sharing advancements in the specific domains of the pipeline
- Collaborate directly with engineering teams on technical projects; driving the development and evolution of standards and conventions used in production
- Test and validate tools and techniques in production, working closely with engineering teams in testing, and releasing new and modified software systems
- Collaborate effectively with artists, production supervisors, and technical staff across ILM's studios globally
- Identify day-to-day priorities in conjunction with show supervisors and team leadership; acting autonomously
- Update documentation for the pipeline and tools to reflect any changes that are made

What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related technical field
- Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining tools for use in computer graphics
- At least 5 years production experience in visual effects for film, commercials or television
- Proficiency in Linux
- Advanced Python scripting required
- Experience in one or more of Maya, Nuke, Houdini, Mari, Katana, RenderMan or similar
- Ability to communicate cross-discipline and provide innovative solutions to pipeline issues
- Detail oriented and strong self-sufficient troubleshooter
- Thorough knowledge of the entire visual effects process, from shooting to modeling and texturing, animation, rendering and compositing

Nice to have:
- Experience with production database systems
- Experience with C, C++
- Experience with Windows development and applications such as 3ds max

The hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$108,400 to C$138,800 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.

Pipeline Technical Director II at Industrial Light & Magic develops and maintains software tools for visual effects production, focusing on artist efficiency and pipeline troubleshooting.

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Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading visual effects facility serving motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries.