FX Artist

Sony Imageworks; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading visual effects studio in Vancouver is seeking an experienced FX Artist to design and animate digital effects for film projects. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Houdini and is comfortable working in an FX pipeline. This role offers competitive hourly wages and benefits based on company policies.

Benefits

Healthcare

Tuition reimbursement

RRSPs

Sick and Vacation leave

Standard increases as applicable

Qualifications

• Ability to create multiple types of digital effects from simple to moderately difficult.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Houdini and techniques used to create stunning effects.
• Experience comfortable working within an FX pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Design, create, and animate digital effects elements for FX animation.
• Develop solutions that meet art/technical direction.
• Work efficiently as part of a team or independently.

Skills

Ability to create digital effects

Knowledge of Houdini

General knowledge of VEX

Attention to detail

Working knowledge of Linux

Experience in FX pipeline

Familiarity with Katana and Nuke

Python knowledge

Job description

Overview

Sony Imageworks Vancouver is seeking FX Artists. Project-based, Full Time. Language in Work Environment: English.

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Tuition reimbursement
• RRSP's
• Sick and Vacation leave
• Standard increases as applicable

Position Overview

Sony Imageworks Vancouver is seeking FX Artists!

Responsibilities

• Design, create, and animate digital effects elements and methodology for computer-generated FX animation.
• Create elements, effects, pipelines, tools, and techniques that reflect the physical dynamics of natural phenomena (e.g., fire, smoke, water, bubbles, lava, dust, etc.) to create a believable world for the story.
• Be accountable for meeting productivity and quota targets to ensure show/client deadlines are met.
• Develop solutions and techniques that meet art/technical direction.
• Participate in dailies, rounds, and team reviews of work in progress.
• Interact with production, supervisors, and team/peers to problem-solve and share information related to show/assigned tasks.
• Decipher and follow through on shot turnovers, dailies, briefings/notes, and feedback.
• Work efficiently as part of a team or independently to determine various design solutions.

Qualifications

• Ability to create multiple types of digital effects from simple to moderately difficult.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Houdini and techniques used to create stunning effects.
• General knowledge of VEX, shading, lighting, and rendering.
• Attention to detail and a strong eye for behavior and movement relating to physical simulation in computer graphics.
• Working knowledge of Linux-based operating systems.
• Experience working on feature films or equivalent experience, comfortable working within an FX pipeline.
• Familiarity with Katana, Nuke, and Python is a plus.

Salary Information

• The anticipated base salary for an Associate position is $29.09 to $39.98/hr.
• For an Intermediate position, the salary is $37.50 - $53.80/hr.
• Benefits are per company policy, which includes healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP's, Sick and Vacation leave, and standard increases as applicable.
• The actual base salary offered will depend on various factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and, if applicable, the location of the position.

Application Requirements

You must be able to provide a demo reel that illustrates your relevant artistic and technical experience, including the nuances for this specific role.

Diversity and Inclusion

We value unique perspectives and want diverse, unique talent to work with us. We encourage candidates from all identities to apply.

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. Reference: ECNJOBID-3-67-103-209 in the application