FX Artist

Sony Imageworks; Vancouver; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An innovative studio is on the lookout for talented FX Artists to join their dynamic team in Vancouver. This exciting role involves designing and animating digital effects that bring stories to life, utilizing cutting-edge tools and techniques to create breathtaking visuals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in FX animation and a passion for storytelling through digital artistry. Join a collaborative environment where your creativity and technical skills will flourish, and contribute to projects that push the boundaries of visual effects in the film industry. If you are ready to make an impact, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Healthcare

Tuition reimbursement

RRSP's

Sick and Vacation leave

Standard increases as applicable

Qualifications

• Ability to create various digital effects, from simple to complex.
• Strong knowledge of Houdini and techniques for stunning effects.

Responsibilities

• Design and animate digital effects for computer-generated FX animation.
• Create elements and techniques that reflect natural phenomena.

Skills

Digital Effects Creation

Houdini

VEX

Shading

Lighting

Rendering

Linux Operating Systems

Katana

Nuke

Python

Education

Experience in Feature Films or Equivalent

Tools

Houdini

Katana

Nuke

Python

Job description

Job Description: FX Artist at Sony Imageworks Vancouver

Project Type: Project based, Full Time

Language in Work Environment: English

Benefits per Company Policy:

1. Healthcare
2. Tuition reimbursement
3. RRSP's
4. Sick and Vacation leave
5. Standard increases as applicable

Position Overview:

Sony Imageworks Vancouver is seeking FX Artists!

Responsibilities:

1. Design, create, and animate digital effects elements and methodology for computer-generated FX animation.
2. 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.
3. Be accountable for meeting productivity and quota targets to ensure show/client deadlines are met.
4. Develop solutions and techniques that meet art/technical direction.
5. Participate in dailies, rounds, and team reviews of work in progress.
6. Interact with production, supervisors, and team/peers to problem-solve and share information related to show/assigned tasks.
7. Decipher and follow through on shot turnovers, dailies, briefings/notes, and feedback.
8. Work efficiently as part of a team or independently to determine various design solutions.

Qualifications:

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

Salary Information:

1. The anticipated base salary for an Associate position is $29.09 to $39.98/hr.
2. For an Intermediate position, the salary is $37.50 - $53.80/hr.
3. Benefits are per company policy, which includes healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP's, Sick and Vacation leave, and standard increases as applicable.
4. 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:

1. 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