At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and maintain tools for VFX artists, enhancing their workflows and productivity.
- Company: SDFX Studios, a dynamic VFX studio with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Remote work flexibility and the chance to work on exciting projects.
- Other info: Opportunity for growth in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Join a creative team and make a real impact in the VFX industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in VFX or animation studios and strong Python skills required.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
SDFX Studios seeks a Pipeline TD to develop tools and systems supporting VFX artists across production departments.
Location
Toronto, Canada — remote
Contract and work arrangement
Temporary, fixed-term role; Toronto, Ontario remote posting.
The industry spreadsheet specifies Canada-based candidates; not worldwide remote.
Duration is not stated.
Requisition 1048.
What you will do
- Build and maintain scalable tools across rigging, shading, lighting, FX, tracking and compositing.
- Troubleshoot artist workflows and remove repetitive tasks and production bottlenecks.
- Document systems, research improvements and contribute to Agile team delivery.
- What the studio is looking for
- VFX or animation studio experience and strong production Python skills.
- DCC tool-development experience with applications such as Nuke, Silhouette, Maya or 3DEqualizer.
- Qt/Py Side proficiency, Git familiarity and comfort on Windows and Linux; C++, Java Script or render/cloud-pipeline experience is beneficial.
- Source and dates
Employer posting date: not displayed in the retrieved official vacancy.
Industry spreadsheet date: 14 October 2026 (not treated as the employer posting date).
Vacancy and application link verified by Anima Worker on 15 October 2026.
Sources: Official employer vacancy; Industry job spreadsheet. Any Anima Worker listing expiry is an internal WP Job Manager date, not an employer application deadline.
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Pipeline TD – Remote in Toronto employer: SDFX Studios
At Company 3, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for the Senior Pipeline Technical Director role in Toronto. Our collaborative and inclusive work culture fosters creativity and innovation, while our commitment to employee growth ensures that you will have ample opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. With a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on diversity, we create an environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to cutting-edge VFX productions.
