Pipeline TD Jobs
Pipeline TD jobs are open across visual effects, animation, and games studios, from junior to lead and supervisor level, with specializations in build systems, asset management, and tool development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Greets guests with warm smile, maintain eye contact, and communicate in a professional and pleasant demeanor.
- Maintains detailed knowledge of menu items, as well as wine lists, including ingredients, preparation, and sourcing.
- Answers questions regarding menus items and ingredients and provide information regarding diet items and specials.
- Suggest appropriate wines and other beverages to go along with customers’ meals.
- Maintain knowledge of any items that the kitchen may be running out of.
- Inform guest about the time it will take for their orders to be prepared and served.
- Relay orders to the kitchen and ensure that they are prepared according to recipe.
- Check prepared order for accuracy and portion and ensure that they are served in a time efficient manner.
- Prepare drinks according to customers’ instructions and serve them in a timely manner.
- Ask guest if they would like any else with their order.
- Assist cashier in preparing check for serves meal and deliver check to guest.
- Take payment I exchange of services rendered and tender change.
- Make sure that tables are cleared, cleaned and bussed properly before the next set of guests arrive.
- Adheres to all responsible alcohol service and consumption requirements as dictated by the state.
- Communicates to Maître’ D when leaving assigned workstation.
- Checks out with Maître’ D before leaving and signs out on employee log sheet.
- Completes side work as posted.
- Notifies Maier’s or manager on duty of any guests concerns.
- Attends training sessions and retains knowledge covered therein.
- Performs other job- related duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Required:
- Possess a good working knowledge of all restaurant functions.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and remain calm in very high paced and stressful environment and work under pressure.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to guests and other employees of the organization.
- Physical ability to access all areas of the restaurant.
- Withstand prolonged standing, walking, stretching, bending, kneeling, lifting and carrying items.
- Work in close quarters or small rooms and is occasionally exposed to hot, cold, wet and/or humid condition. Work environmental factors include noise, dust, and smoke.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and oral forms.
Preferred:
- Previous experience working in a similar setting.
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Who's Hiring
- TD12
- Delaware North5
- Saber Power Services5
- Universal Logistics Holdings5
- Alluvionic2
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pipeline TD jobs.
- Proficiency in Python scripting for pipeline automation and tool development
- Hands-on experience with one or more major DCCs such as Maya, Houdini, or Nuke
- Familiarity with production tracking software such as ShotGrid or Ftrack
- Understanding of asset management systems, naming conventions, and file structure standards
- Experience with version control systems such as Git or Perforce in a production environment
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, visual effects, animation, or a related technical field
Tips for Your Pipeline TD Job Search
Tailor your resume to each pipeline
Generic TD resumes get skipped fast. Identify whether the studio runs ShotGrid, Ftrack, or an in-house tracker, and name the specific tools you've worked with. Hiring teams scan for the exact software stack they already use, not general descriptions of pipeline work.
Show real pipeline artifacts in your reel
A technical reel or GitHub repo carries more weight than bullet points for pipeline TD roles. Include screen captures of tools you've built, example asset structures you've designed, or short walkthroughs of automation scripts, so reviewers can see your actual output rather than just reading about it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists pipeline TD openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your DCC tools
Job descriptions that list Maya, Houdini, Nuke, or Unreal by name signal the studio's actual production environment. If your experience matches those specific DCCs, prioritize those openings. Applying to roles built around tools you haven't used slows down the process for everyone.
Prepare a whiteboard-style technical walkthrough
Many pipeline TD interviews include a live problem-solving session where you diagram a pipeline or debug a fictional dependency issue. Practice explaining your reasoning out loud while drawing asset graphs or describing how you'd handle a versioning conflict, not just what the answer is.
Negotiate start date around project cycles
Studios hiring pipeline TDs are usually ramping for a new show or project phase. If you're evaluating an offer, asking about the current production stage can tell you how much ramp time you'll realistically have, which affects whether a start date in four weeks or eight weeks makes more sense for you.
Pipeline TD Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most pipeline tds?
TD, Delaware North, and Saber Power Services are hiring the most pipeline tds right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Texas, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to cluster at studios with multiple active productions running simultaneously.
How many pipeline td jobs are remote?
About 50% of pipeline td openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in tool development and automation roles that don't require hands-on access to on-site render farm infrastructure or supervised artist support.
How do you become a pipeline td?
Most pipeline TDs start by developing strong Python scripting skills alongside hands-on experience in at least one major DCC application. Building personal tools, contributing to open-source pipeline projects, or working as a generalist TD first are common entry paths. Gaining exposure to production tracking software and asset management workflows makes candidates significantly more competitive for dedicated pipeline roles.
How do you get hired as a pipeline td with little experience?
Studios hiring junior pipeline TDs prioritize demonstrated scripting ability over years of professional credits. A GitHub repository showing pipeline-relevant Python tools, a short film or student project where you built the asset structure yourself, or contributions to open-source DCC plug-ins can substitute for a lengthy resume. Targeting smaller studios or boutique VFX houses gives you a better shot at a first credit than applying to large-volume facilities.
What does the pipeline td interview process look like?
Pipeline TD interviews typically include a recruiter screen followed by a technical interview with a lead TD or engineering manager. Expect at least one live coding exercise in Python, a conversation about how you've solved a specific pipeline problem in the past, and sometimes a take-home project involving a small automation task or tool build. Final rounds often include a conversation with a department supervisor about production workflows.
Where can I find and apply to pipeline td jobs?
You can find and apply to pipeline TD jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your tools and experience level and apply directly to each listing.
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