FX Supervisor: Lead Creative VFX & Pipeline Innovation

Rodeo FX; Montreal; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Rodeo FX is seeking an FX Supervisor to lead the artistic vision and technical rigor of the FX department on high-profile projects. You will guide a team of FX artists, collaborate with CG and production, and contribute to pipeline improvements and knowledge transfer.

You will define technical standards, evaluate tools and methods, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining strong client communication and team leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an FX Supervisor role in visual effects in a VFX environment.
• Confirmed experience in team supervision or project management.
• Advanced proficiency in Houdini (Pyro, Flip, RBD, Vellum, SOPs).
• Functional knowledge of Nuke, Arnold, Karma, and Python scripting.
• Good command of USD and Solaris.
• Good command of Flow Production Tracking and a keen understanding of the VFX pipeline.
• Strong artistic and technical skills, ability to arbitrate quickly.
• Positive leadership, strategic mind, composure, and clarity in communication.
• Assets: FX tool development, participation in pipeline innovation initiatives, client presentations.

Responsibilities

• Translate the artistic vision of the project into directives for FX artists.
• Guide the team in dailies to deliver shots with high creative value.
• Validate delivered effects against client vision and shot constraints.
• Collaborate with VFX and CG supervisors for aesthetic continuity.
• Lead FX turnovers, technical meetings, and follow-up sessions.

Skills

Team leadership

Creative direction

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

FX tool development

Pipeline optimization

Client presentations

Tools

Houdini

Nuke

Arnold

Python scripting

USD

Solaris

Job description

Rodeo FX is seeking an FX Supervisor to lead the artistic vision and technical rigor of the FX department on high-profile projects. You will guide a team of FX artists, collaborate with CG and production, and contribute to pipeline improvements and knowledge transfer.

You will define technical standards, evaluate tools and methods, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining strong client communication and team leadership in a fast-paced environment.