CFX Artist

Pixomondo; Stuttgart; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A visual effects company in Stuttgart is looking for a Mid to Senior CFX Artist to work on film and television projects. The ideal candidate will have over three years of experience in the visual effects industry, a strong portfolio in character effects, and proficiency in tools like Maya and Houdini. Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills are essential. This position requires relocation to Germany and offers a dynamic production environment.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 3 years as CFX Artist in visual effects industry.
• Strong portfolio showcasing character effects.
• Proficient in industry-standard software like Maya and Houdini.

Aufgaben

• Collaborate with VFX Supervisor to create character effects.
• Design realistic visual effects and simulations.
• Ensure seamless integration of character effects into the visual pipeline.

Kenntnisse

Character effects integration

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Time management

Tools

Maya

Houdini

ZBrush

Shotgrid

Jobbeschreibung

CFX Artist (Mid to Senior) - must be located in Germany

As a CFX Artist, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting film and television projects and contribute your skills to the creation of realistic and captivating characters and creatures. If you have a passion for pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling and possess a strong background in CFX, we would love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a CFX Artist in the visual effects industry, with a focus on film and television projects.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a deep understanding of character effects and their integration into visual storytelling.
• Proficient in industry-standard software such as Maya, Houdini, ZBrush, and other related tools used in character effects.
• Extensive knowledge of simulation techniques for cloth, hair, fur, muscle, skin, and other character-related effects.
• Solid understanding of physics, anatomy, and motion principles, with the ability to translate them into realistic and visually appealing character effects.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team and across departments.
• Ability to manage time effectively, meet project deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic production environment.
• Solid understanding of generic simulation engines.
• Experience using Shotgrid beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the VFX Supervisor, Animation Team, and other departments to create dynamic and visually stunning character effects for film and television projects.
• Design and create a wide variety of realistic visual effects and simulations, including but not limited to character cloth, hair, fur, muscle, skin, and other related effects.
• Ensure the integration of character effects seamlessly into the overall visual effects pipeline, while maintaining the artistic and technical direction of the project.
• Utilize industry-standard software and tools to achieve the desired visual effects, including but not limited to Maya, Houdini and proprietary software.
• Revise simulations based on client and supervisor feedback in a timely manner.
• Work in coordination with the Lighting team to ensure smooth integration of FX elements.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Please note, you must be located in Germany, with the right to work without sponsorship, to be considered for this position. Reference: ECNJOBID-3-67-103-209 in the application