Sr. FX Artist - Contract

BOT VFX; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading animation studio is seeking a skilled Senior FX Artist to join their team in Chennai on a part-time basis. This role involves creating high-quality CG effects using software like Houdini and Maya. Candidates should have a minimum of 6 years of experience in VFX and a proven portfolio. Responsibilities include collaborating with team members, maintaining efficiency under deadlines, and continuously learning new techniques. Proficiency in English is essential for effective communication and technical instruction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years VFX experience or equivalent.
• Must present a reel demonstrating experience and skills.
• Able to communicate complex artistic and technical concepts in English.

Responsibilities

• Create CG elements and FX to integrate into live action plates.
• Maintain productivity while meeting deadlines.
• Participate in team's problem-solving efforts.
• Attend dailies and participate in team problem solving.
• Learn new techniques and solve shot problems.

Skills

CG FX creation from an empty scene in Houdini or Maya

Rendering and basic slap comp ability in Nuke

Experience with general areas of VFX (modeling, texturing, animation, lighting)

Fluent English written and verbal

Team coordination and technical design

Tools

Houdini

Maya

Nuke

Blender

Phoenix

Photoshop

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Description

This is a role which requires competence in creating CG effects such as fire, smoke, water, destruction, etc. Some of the available tools are Houdini, Maya, Phoenix, and Blender. Requires ability to communicate in English about complex artistic and technical concepts. Minimum 6 years VFX experience or equivalent.

Requires experience with photo‑real subject matter and has a good sense of look development, timing, and quality. Must present a reel that demonstrates experience and skills. Position is on‑site in Chennai.

Experience

CG FX creation from an empty scene in Houdini or Maya. Rendering and basic slap comp ability in Nuke. Please do not submit Houdini tutorial renders with application. Experience with other general areas of VFX is a plus and can be utilized, such as modelling, texturing, animation, lighting, etc.

Required Skills

• CG FX creation from an empty scene in Houdini or Maya
• Rendering and basic slap comp ability in Nuke
• Experience with other general areas of VFX (modeling, texturing, animation, lighting, etc.)

Project Work Includes

Primarily creating CG elements and FX to integrate into live action plates. Some full CG productions do occur.

Responsibilities Include

• Primarily an FX role using Maya, Phoenix, Houdini, Blender, and any other tools to get the desired results.
• Stay current and present the latest technology for FX and CG.
• Maintain productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work.
• Attend dailies and participate in team’s problem solving.
• Learn new techniques and solve shot problems.

Technical Skills

• Houdini, Maya, Photoshop.
• Comparable software experience is also considered.

Communication Skills

• Fluent English written and verbal, Team coordination, Technical design.
• Follow written technical instructions in English.

Behavioral

• Great team player and be resourceful and innovative. Learn new processes easily. Confident with challenging work and requirements.
• Ability to estimate time required for stages of completion and deliver timely.
• Able to listen to team and supervisor input to implement suggestions or tactfully propose alternative solutions.
• Detail oriented. Follow tasks to completion.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Production and Art/Creative

Industries

Animation and Post-production

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