FX Artist - Senior

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Rodeo FX in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced FX Artist to design and execute complex visual simulations within our high-end feature and episodic projects. You will work closely with FX and CG teams to deliver photoreal effects and integrate with production pipelines across our international studios.

The role requires at least 5 years in VFX, strong Houdini skills, and a portfolio demonstrating realistic fire, smoke, liquids, destruction and abstract effects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an FX Artist in a VFX studio.
• Excellent proficiency in Houdini (Pyro, FLIP, RBD, Vellum, SOPs).
• Strong portfolio or demo reel with photoreal FX work and complex simulations.
• Basic knowledge of compositing (Nuke) and rendering workflows using Arnold and/or Karma.
• Knowledge of USD and Solaris.
• Good sense of movement, physics and visual rhythm.
• Rigor, autonomy, attention to detail, and team spirit.
• Strong professional English communication skills across time zones.
• Knowledge of Flow Production Tracking (ShotGrid) is an asset; Houdini tool development is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Produce complex simulations (fire, smoke, explosions, liquids, destruction, abstract effects) with artistic and technical guidelines.
• Use Houdini effectively (Pyro, Flip, RBD, Vellum, SOPs) to generate optimized effects.
• Maintain autonomy from setup to final rendering and ensure file quality control.
• Collaborate with FX and CG supervision, and other departments to deliver photoreal shots.
• Adapt effects to narrative needs, visual style and scene pace.
• Participate actively in dailies and integrate feedback constructively.
• Collaborate with Pipeline to test new tools and ensure compatibility with other departments.
• Communicate estimates and risks promptly; support production with priorities.

Skills

Houdini

English communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Nuke

Arnold

Karma

USD

Solaris

ShotGrid

Job description

Rodeo FX is an award-winning creative company offering services in visual effects, animation, advertising and experiential. We partner with some of the world's leading storytellers and entertainment companies, including Netflix, HBO, Disney, Marvel, Amazon Studios, Warner Bros. and Sony.

In 2026, Rodeo FX opened its newest studio in Bengaluru, expanding our global network across Canada, the United States, Europe and India. Located in International Tech Park Bengaluru, the new 40,000-square-foot studio is designed to accommodate up to 400 artists and supports both Rodeo FX and Mikros Animation.

Our Bengaluru team is fully integrated into Rodeo FX's global pipeline, collaborating with artists, supervisors and production teams across our international studios on incredible projects.

We're now building the senior creative and technical leadership for this studio. Joining us at this stage means having the opportunity not only to contribute to world-class projects, but also to help shape the team, workflows and culture of a growing global hub.

Work arrangements:

As an artist-founded and artist-led company, creativity is at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to give our talent the freedom, resources, and environment they need to produce high-quality work and thrive in a stimulating, collaborative, and supportive setting.

To support close collaboration, strong team connections, and the creative energy of our studio, all Bengaluru roles are expected to work from the studio five days per week. This on-site presence helps foster effective communication, faster decision-making, knowledge sharing, and a consistent studio culture across teams.

Job Description

The FX Artist designs and creates complex visual simulations such as fire, smoke, fluids, destructions, and abstract effects, while respecting Rodeo FX’s artistic and technical standards. Integrated at the heart of the 3D pipeline, they collaborate closely with the FX and CG supervision teams, as well as with other departments, to deliver photorealistic, dynamic, and technically solid shots.Their creativity, precision, and mastery of procedural tools allow them to effectively translate the project's visual intentions.

Main responsibilities:

Mastery of his craft

• Produce complex simulations (smoke, fire, explosions, liquids, destruction, magical or abstract effects) while respecting artistic and technical guidelines.
• Use Houdini effectively (Pyro, Flip, RBD, Vellum, SOPs) to generate optimized and adaptable effects.
• Maintain a high level of autonomy in the management of assigned FX tasks, from initial setup to final rendering.
• Ensure rigorous quality control of its files, caches and workfiles before any submission.
• Propose simple, effective artistic solutions aligned with the vision of the project.
• Actively participate in dailies and integrate feedback constructively.
• Adapt the effects to the narrative needs, visual style and pace of the scene.
• Improve shooting by adding creative value to simulations.
• Ensure cache optimization, setup stability and compliance with internal technical conventions.
• Quickly identify technical problems and provide functional solutions.
• Collaborate with the Pipeline team to integrate or test new tools as needed by the project.
• Check the compatibility of effects with other departments (layout, lighting, comp).

Communication

• Provide realistic estimates, communicate quickly if there are difficulties or risks of delay, and collaborate with production to adjust priorities if necessary.
• Maintain a fluid and respectful exchange with production, leads and artists from other disciplines.
• Communicate clearly about issues, deadlines, needs or technical limitations.
• Actively participate in turnovers, briefings or progress monitoring with the project team.

Learn, transmit and evolve

• Stay up to date with the latest practices, techniques and references in visual effects.
• Share your knowledge, tools or techniques with your colleagues.
• Participate in documenting or improving the working methods of the FX department.
• Welcome feedback with openness with a view to continuous progress.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an FX Artist in a VFX studio environment, preferably on high-end feature film and/or episodic productions.
• Excellent proficiency in Houdini (Pyro, FLIP, RBD, Vellum, SOPs).
• Strong portfolio or demo reel demonstrating photoreal FX work, including complex simulations such as fire, smoke, fluids, destruction, and/or abstract effects.
• Basic knowledge of compositing (Nuke) and rendering workflows using Arnold and/or Karma.
• Knowledge of USD and Solaris.
• Good sense of movement, physics, and visual rhythm.
• Rigor, autonomy, attention to detail, and team spirit.
• Strong professional English communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with teams across multiple studios and time zones.
• Knowledge of Flow Production Tracking (ShotGrid) or other production tracking tools is an asset.
• Experience in Houdini tool development, Python, or VEX scripting is an asset.

Additional Information

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Rodeo FX, diversity is a core value. We’re committed to creating an inclusive, equitable workplace where different perspectives are embraced. Every team member brings unique insight that strengthens our creativity, challenges our thinking, and helps us deliver better work.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

Rodeo FX may use AI-based tools to support certain steps of the recruitment process, such as interview transcription or preliminary application analysis. These tools may be operated by third-party providers, and data may be processed outside Quebec. These tools never replace human decision-making: all final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers. To learn more about how we protect your personal information and your rights, please consult our Privacy Policy.