Rodeo FX
Visual Effects
ArtisteFXIntermédiairesetSeniors
“Artiste FX Intermédiaires et Seniors at Rodeo FX. Skills: Visual effects, Houdini, Simulations, Procedural tools. Design complex visual simulations. Create complex visual simulations”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver photorealistic shots; Deliver dynamic shots; Deliver technically solid shots
Industry & Context.
Problem identification; Functional solutions; Troubleshooting
Must be based in Montreal, Canadian citizenship, Permanent residency, Open work permit
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5 years minimum FX experience, Excellent Houdini mastery, Basic compositing knowledge, Basic rendering knowledge, USD and Solaris knowledge, Good sense of movement, Good sense of physics, Good sense of visual rhythm, Rigor, Autonomy, Attention to detail, Team spirit
Nice to Have
Flow Production Tracking knowledge, Houdini tool development experience, Python scripting experience, VEX scripting experience
What You'll Do.
Design complex visual simulations
Create complex visual simulations
Produce complex simulations
Use Houdini effectively
Generate optimized effects
Generate adaptable effects
Maintain autonomy in FX tasks
Perform quality control on files
Perform quality control on caches
Perform quality control on workfiles
Propose artistic solutions
Integrate feedback constructively
Adapt effects to narrative needs
Adapt effects to visual style
Adapt effects to scene rhythm
Enhance shots creatively
Add creative value to simulations
Ensure cache optimization
Ensure setup stability
Adhere to technical conventions
Identify technical problems
Provide functional solutions
Collaborate with Pipeline team
Verify effect compatibility
Provide realistic estimations
Communicate difficulties
Communicate delay risks
Collaborate with production
Maintain fluid exchange
Maintain respectful exchange
Communicate technical issues
Communicate technical needs
Communicate technical limitations
Participate in turnovers
Participate in briefings
Participate in progress tracking
Stay updated on VFX practices
Stay updated on VFX techniques
Stay updated on VFX references
Participate in documentation
Receive feedback openly
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Close collaboration with CG; Collaboration with other departments; Collaboration with production; Collaboration with leads; Collaboration with other artists; Collaboration with Pipeline team
Communication Scope
Communicate difficulties; Communicate risks; Communicate needs; Communicate limitations; Communicate clearly
Process & Methodology
Task management, Priority adjustment
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