Effects Supervisor - Netflix Animation Studios

Netflix Animation Studios Canada ULC; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 188,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Accommodation during hiring process

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Netflix Animation Studios Canada ULC in Vancouver seeks an experienced Effects Supervisor to lead the FX team on a feature film. You will oversee water, fire, smoke, atmospherics, destruction, debris, and magical FX, ensuring technical robustness for lighting, compositing and final delivery.

You will collaborate with the VFX Supervisor, Head of Effects, Production Designer and Art Directors to define standards, mentor artists, and integrate FX seamlessly into shots while maintaining narrative

Qualifications

• Significant FX experience in feature animation, VFX, or high-end series with lead or supervisory exposure.
• Strong reel demonstrating high-quality FX work (fluids, pyro, destruction, atmospherics) and its integration into final shots.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities to guide cross‑department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of FX artists, providing clear, constructive feedback in rounds.
• Collaborate with VFX Supervisor, Head of Effects, Production Designer and Art Directors to define FX standards.
• Supervise FX work on shots to ensure FX supports story, mood and cinematic style.
• Create or refine complex, hero, or reference FX shots to establish quality and technical approach.
• Work with Environments, Characters, CFX, Lighting, and Compositing to ensure FX integrates into the final image.

Skills

FX leadership

Houdini

Team mentorship

Communication skills

Problem solving

Maya experience

Tools

Houdini

Maya

Job description

Netflix Animation Studios is on a mission to entertain the world with bold, immersive animated films that are timeless and impactful. We are paving the way for the future of animation by building a community of amazing artists and talent across three vibrant locations globally. Come join us!

Job Summary

We are seeking an Effects Supervisor to support our upcoming feature film. The Effects Supervisor works inside of NAS to lead the FX team on a specific film or series, overseeing the creation of water, fire, smoke, atmospherics, destruction, debris, magical FX, and more. This role ensures that FX work enhances the storytelling, supports the vision of the VFX Supervisor and Head of Effects, and is technically robust for Lighting, Compositing, and final delivery.

What You’ll Do

Lead and mentor a team of Effects artists, casting work appropriately and providing clear, constructive feedback in rounds. Collaborate with the VFX Supervisor, Head of Effects, Production Designer, and Art Directors to interpret FX briefs and define the visual and technical standards for FX across the show. Supervise FX work on shots and sequences, ensuring that FX support story, mood, and cinematic style while maintaining clarity and visual balance. Create or refine selected FX shots or elements as needed—particularly complex, hero, or reference‑setting work—to help establish the quality bar, style, and technical approach for the team. Work closely with Environments, Characters, CFX, Lighting, and Compositing to ensure FX integrates seamlessly into the final image and supports performance and readability. Help define and refine FX tools, workflows, and presets in partnership with Technical Supervisors, FX TDs, and pipeline teams. Provide input to Production Management and department leadership on FX complexity and progress to support realistic planning and prioritization. Troubleshoot technical and artistic challenges in FX, collaborating on solutions that maintain quality while meeting schedule needs. Help foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative team culture where artists can do their best work.

What You’ll Need

Significant experience in FX for feature animation, VFX, or high‑end series, including time in a Lead or Supervisory role. A strong reel demonstrating high‑quality FX work (fluids, pyro, destruction, atmospherics, magical FX) and its integration into final shots. Proficiency with FX tools such as Houdini (SOPs/DOPs/POPs), with additional experience in other DCCs (e.g., Maya) a plus. Strong understanding of how FX interacts with Environments, CFX, Animation, Lighting, and Compositing within a production pipeline. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to give clear, constructive feedback and collaborate effectively across departments. Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.

This role is based in Vancouver, British Columbia. Hybrid Role (Minimum of 3 days a week in the office). At NAS, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your compensation. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, location, skills, and experience. The overall market range for this role is typically $188k - $234k CAD. This reflects total compensation; we do not have stock options. Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service. At Netflix, we want to entertain the world. Whatever your taste, and no matter where you live, we give you access to best‑in‑class TV series, documentaries, feature films and games. Our members control what they want to watch, when they want it, in one simple subscription. We’re streaming in more than 30 languages and 190 countries, because great stories can come from anywhere and be loved everywhere. We are the world’s biggest fans of entertainment, and we’re always looking to help you find your next favorite story.