Senior Houdini FX Artist: Tools Lead & Mentor

FOLKS

United States

Remote

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

FOLKS is a VFX studio delivering effects for episodic TV and feature films. We are seeking an expert Houdini artist to build tools and templates that streamline workflows and elevate simulations.

You will mentor artists across our globally distributed studios, collaborate with fellow creatives and production teams, and drive high-end visual effects pipelines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

  • Expert-level Houdini and strong simulation skills.
  • Scripting in VEX, Python, MEL; advanced Maya knowledge.
  • Experience in high-end VFX production.

Responsibilities

  • Build Houdini tools and templates for efficient workflows.
  • Mentor artists and collaborate across global studios.

Skills

Houdini
Simulation skills
Scripting (VEX, Python, MEL)
Maya knowledge

Tools

Houdini
Maya

Job description

FOLKS is a VFX studio delivering effects for episodic TV and feature films. We are seeking an expert Houdini artist to build tools and templates that streamline workflows and elevate simulations.

You will mentor artists across our globally distributed studios, collaborate with fellow creatives and production teams, and drive high-end visual effects pipelines in a fast-paced environment.

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