Rodeo FX
Motion Pictures And Film
MidandSeniorFXArtist
“Mid and Senior FX Artist at Rodeo FX. Skills: Houdini, Visual effects, Complex simulations. Design complex simulations. Create complex simulations”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver photorealistic shots; Deliver dynamic shots; Deliver technically solid shots
Industry & Context.
Identify technical problems; Provide functional solutions
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 command of Houdini, Basic knowledge of compositing, Basic knowledge of rendering, Knowledge of USD, Knowledge of Solaris, Good sense of movement, Good sense of physics, Good sense of visual rhythm, Rigor, Autonomy, Attention to detail, Team spirit, Proven experience as FX Artist
Nice to Have
Experience in developing Houdini tools, Python scripts experience, VEX scripts experience
What You'll Do.
Design complex simulations
Create complex simulations
Respect artistic guidelines
Respect technical guidelines
Use Houdini effectively
Generate optimized effects
Generate adaptable effects
Ensure quality control
Propose artistic solutions
Align solutions with vision
Participate in dailies
Integrate feedback constructively
Adapt effects to narrative
Adapt effects to visual style
Adapt effects to scene pace
Ensure cache optimization
Ensure setup stability
Ensure compliance with conventions
Identify technical problems
Provide functional solutions
Collaborate with Pipeline team
Check compatibility with departments
Provide realistic estimates
Communicate difficulties
Communicate risks of delay
Collaborate with production
Maintain fluid exchange
Maintain respectful exchange
Communicate issues clearly
Communicate deadlines clearly
Communicate needs clearly
Communicate technical limitations clearly
Participate in turnovers
Participate in briefings
Participate in progress monitoring
Participate in documenting methods
Improve working methods
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with FX teams; Collaborate with CG supervision; Collaborate with other departments; Collaborate with Pipeline team; Collaborate with production; Collaborate with leads; Collaborate with other artists
Communication Scope
Communicate difficulties; Communicate risks; Communicate issues; Communicate deadlines; Communicate needs; Communicate limitations
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