Byron Wooffindin

6 years experienced working with cutting-edge software, hardware, and workflows to optimise and streamline production processes, solving complex technical problems, and supporting the VFX team to deliver high-quality results on time.

• Technical support for 2D artists.
• Contributed to technology upgrades (Centos 7 to Rocky 9) to help improved systems and align the facility to VFX platform standards.
• Centrally configuring linux desktop enviroments such as GNOME, MATE and KDE.
• Working with linux automation tools (Puppet, SaltStack).
• Collaborating extensively with the software development team to help build and test in house application and tools whilst liaising with stakeholders throughout development process, ensuring requirements are met.
• Write, test, and maintain efficient scripts Bash, TCSH, JSON, XML, YAML, and Python for a variety of tasks, including system administration, process automation, and environment configuration.
• Created technical documentation to support end-user training.
• Provide ongoing support and training to teams on the technological aspects of their projects. Ensure they understand how to use the technology and solve any technical issues they may encounter.
• Software & Hardware Integration, Understanding of how software and hardware interact in the VFX pipeline, and the ability to troubleshoot and optimise the entire production environment.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in development and deployment and configuration of linux based applications (Autodesk Flame).

• 12 years experience working on commercials, music videos, feature films, and other media.
• Lead and Supervise Team of 2D Artists, Manage a team of artists, providing guidance, feedback, and mentorship to ensure high-quality results.
• Oversee Shoot Supervision, Supervise on-set VFX needs and compositing workflows during filming, ensuring shots are captured with the necessary technical requirements for post-production.
• Collaborate with Directors and Producers, Work closely with directors, producers, and other departments to ensure artistic vision is achieved while meeting deadlines and technical requirements.
• Review and approve shots before client presentations, including grading, compositing, and retouching to deliver polished, high-quality shots.
• Client Communication, Maintain direct communication with clients to ensure satisfaction with the final results and manage client feedback throughout the process.
• Colour space management and configuration SynColor, OCIO, Aces ,Rec.709, HDR, DolbyVision,