Senior FX TD

Confidential; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC London seeks a Senior VFX TD to create realistic simulations for particles, rigid bodies, fluids, cloth, fur and hair, using Houdini and Maya. You will design images, elements, effects, pipelines, tools and techniques and collaborate with Lighting TDs to refine final looks.

This is a rewarding role with a big creative impact on a major episodic production. You should have excellent knowledge of Houdini, experience at a senior level, and a track record producing

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in visual effects for episodic productions.
• Strong collaboration across departments to integrate shots.
• Excellent eye for motion and animation when crafting VFX.

Responsibilities

• Designing and creating images, elements, effects, pipelines, tools and techniques.
• Helping to design solutions involving a more procedural approach to create the effects required.
• Producing reviewable composites of all FX elements for a shot. Sometimes FX TDs will be expected to produce final renders too.
• An excellent knowledge of Houdini.
• Previous experience working at a Senior level.
• Previous experience producing effects such as smoke, fire, clouds, water, steam and explosions in addition to simulation techniques for rigid bodies, cloth and hair.
• A good understanding of animation and an eye for motion.

Skills

Senior level experience

Collaboration across departments

Motion and timing

Tools

Houdini

Maya

Houdini HDK

VEX

hscript

Python

Mel scripting

Nuke

Job description

the company brings together world-class producers, artists, and technologists to craft visually striking work across advertising, episodic, and immersive productions. Our teams blend creative ingenuity with cutting-edge technology to deliver high-end visual effects, immersive storytelling, and premium content for global clients, brands, and broadcasters.

the company combines talent and technology to bring life to everything we create. Driven by creativity and inspired by the future, we set out every day to reframe the possible

About the role

This is a existing role within our team. The job involves creating realistic simulations for particles, rigid bodies, fluids, cloth, fur, and hair using tools like Houdini and Maya. We focus on applying lighting and shaders to enhance these effects, collaborating closely with Lighting Technical Directors to refine the final look. Our work requires constant coordination with other departments to ensure that every shot fits seamlessly into the broader project. We regularly discuss and strategize within our team to solve creative challenges, aiming to deliver effects that exceed expectations.

This is a rewarding role which will allow you to make a big creative impact on a major upcoming episodic production

• Designing and creating images, elements, effects, pipelines, tools and techniques

• Helping to design solutions involving a more procedural approach in order to create the effects required

• Producing reviewable composites of all FX elements for a shot. Sometimes FX TDs will be expected to produce final renders too

• An excellent knowledge of Houdini

• Previous experience working at a Senior level

• Previous experience producing effects such as smoke, fire, clouds, water, steam and explosions in addition to simulation techniques for rigid bodies, cloth and hair

• A good understanding of animation and an eye for motion

Desirable Experience

• A familiarity with pipeline issues, especially working between multiple packages

• Knowledge of the Houdini HDK andStrong Vex, hscript, python and/or Mel scripting skills

• Experience with other render packages and Nuke

Accessibility Statement

• Our London studio is fully accessible, with step-free entry, accessible toilets on all floors, and quiet spaces available. We are committed to supporting disabled colleagues and providing an inclusive workplace for everyone.

We review all applications manually and do not use artificial intelligence to screen candidates. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know- we are happy to accommodate your needs.