FX Supervisor

Line Gatos Advanced Imaging And Visual Effects India LLP; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Line Gatos Advanced Imaging And Visual Effects India LLP is looking for an FX Supervisor to oversee the FX team and ensure high-quality visual effects meet client needs. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, with a minimum of five years of FI experience, including in a supervisory role.

Key responsibilities include developing various visual effects, participating in recruitment, and providing constructive feedback on simulations. Expertise in Houdini and/or 3ds Max is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in live action FX work.
• Previous experience in a supervision and/or lead role.
• Exceptional technical skills with a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Oversee work delivered by the FX team and ensure quality.
• Develop and produce a variety of realistic visual effects.
• Review and provide feedback on simulations based on client requirements.
• Participate in recruitment efforts for the FX department.

Skills

Creative ability

Artistic talent

Knowledge of Houdini

Knowledge of 3ds Max

Simulation creation

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Houdini

3ds Max

Job description

The FX Supervisor oversees the work delivered by the FX team, working alongside Production and Heads of Departments to ensure the highest quality and that client requirements and deadlines are met. They act as a mentor and delegate tasks to team members based on strengths, weaknesses, and interests.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and produces a wide variety of realistic visual effects, including but not limited to destruction, smoke, fire, water and the supernatural.
• Be responsive to the needs of the FX department, identifies and defines them, communicates them and follows up with the Development team.
• Reviews simulations based on client requirements and offers feedback in a timely and positive manner.
• Participates in the FX department’s recruitment effort by reviewing and interviewing candidates.
• Works with the Director of CG and Department Manager on expanding the department's roadmap.
• Works within the established pipeline and offers constructive suggestions to improve the process.
• Helps develop and explore new ways to enhance results and support the FX team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in live action FX work and previous experience in a supervision and/or lead role.
• Creative ability and artistic talent, demonstrated by previous work.
• Knowledge of Houdini and/or 3ds Max (required).
• Strong experience in creating a wide variety of simulations (destruction, atmospheric, fluid, supernatural, etc.).
• Understanding of physics, realistic motion, and assorted natural phenomena at different scales.
• Exceptional technical skills, the ability to learn new software quickly, and a hunger to stay on the leading edge.
• Strong willingness to grow, learn new methods and share knowledge with others.
• Ability to manage schedule and expectations alongside the production team.
• Ability to showcase show management and people management skills while supervising a show.
• Excellent communication skills and an open mind.
• Team player able to work in a cooperative, fast-paced environment.
• Compositing and scripting experience a plus.

We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application. When you apply for a role with us, you will receive consideration based solely on your qualifications.