*Smashing and Cracking  - an evening with Rhythm and Hues *
 
WHEN:           Monday, February 23^th, 2009
                        7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Presenters:
Hans Rijpkema, Production Technology Lead
Ari Shapiro, Ph. D., Graphics ScientistHans Rijpkema will discuss the following:
Don’t make me angry: dissecting the inner Hulk   - “The Incredible Hulk”
 
In this talk we put the Incredible Hulk on the couch and see what makes his dual personality tick and how Rhythm and Hues tried to deal with the green monster’s physical and emotional issues.
For the “Hulk-out” effect from Bruce Banner to the Hulk it was necessary to transition between two completely different characters in terms of fotransformation rig was provided to the animator who then could control the timing of when and how each individual part of the body transformed.
To create a smooth work flow a very tight integration of rigging, animation, and lighting was required. For that purpose a rig could produce animated lighting controls that were, for example, based on skin compression and stretching.r example size and proportions. To achieve this, a single transformation rig was provided to the animator who then could control the timing of when and how each individual part of the body transformed.
To create a smooth work flow a very tight integration of rigging, animation, and lighting was required. For that purpose a rig could produce animated lighting controls that were, for example, based on skin compression and stretching.

Ari Shapiro will discuss the following:

They crack horses, don’t they?    -  “The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon”

“A common story element in modern films is to have the statue of a creature made of stone or metal suddenly come to life and act like the animal or creature that the statue portrayed.
For ” The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor”, Rhythm & Hues has created the visual effect of a bronze statue of a horse coming to life, while retaining
its statue-like appearance by retaining the look of cracked metal.”
 
Recruiting: As an extra bonus you will also have the opportunity to talk with Rhythm & Hues regarding portfolio submissions and open positions.
 
There is no pre-registration. To confirm seating please arrive early.
 
WHERE:        Academy of Art University
                        Morgan Auditorium, Post & Mason
                        491 Post Street
                        San Francisco, CA. 94102
                        1.800.544.ARTS (2787)
                        http://www.academyart.edu/map.html
 
Cost: Free to Academy of Art University students and faculty. $7.00 for the general public.
 
There is parking at Union Square and some parking at various lots nearby. The following is a link for Bart

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WILDBRAIN is an award-winning animation studio that develops and produces content for the global film, television and commercial markets. Wild Brain also creates and distributes designer toys through its retail subsidiary, Kidrobot, Inc.

We are seeking a CG Supervisor to work on animated commercials, shorts, and long form projects.

Responsibilities:

• Manage, mentor and supervise team of CG Technical Directors.

• Support Production and Directors in defining creative and technical methodologies for each project, as well as bidding staffing, resource allocation, and timelines.

• Work closely with each director to implement the visual style for each project.

• Provide technical leadership and production oversight to TD’s, animators and artists over the course of each production.

• Facilitate interdepartmental communication as it relates to technical issues and problem-solving.

• Manage the programming team in implementing efficient and scalable CG pipelines and quality control practices for both data and workflow processes.

• Supervise and aid in the research, development and implementation of new tools and techniques.

• Manage development of training programs for new and existing personnel.

Qualifications:

• Strong leadership, management and mentoring skills. Excellent communication and diplomacy skills.

• Minimum 2 years in CG supervisory role for commercials, television and/or film projects.

• Thorough knowledge of lighting, effects and render management.

• Knowledge of character animation production methodologies and pipelines.

• Strong communication skills – must be able to clearly articulate creative and technical issues to directors, artists, technical directors, and production.

• Maya, Shake, Mental Ray experience is essential. Experience with Linux-Windows integration a plus.

Qualified candidates should submit reel (NTSC VHS or DVD) with detailed shot breakdown, cover letter and resume to:

WILDBRAIN

Attn: CGS

660 Alabama Street

San Francisco, CA 94110

Email: recruiting@wildbrain.com