Lead VFX Artist

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Híbrido; ZAR 800.000 - 1.100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work model

Bonuses

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Lead VFX Artist in Richards Bay to guide a team of artists, shaping the artistic and technical quality of visual effects across projects. You will oversee complex VFX creation and ensure smooth integration into final outputs.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio, deep VFX pipeline knowledge, and proven leadership abilities. The role offers a hybrid work model and opportunities to lead high-profile productions in KwaZulu-Natal.

Formación

• Proven experience leading VFX teams and projects.
• Strong portfolio of high-impact VFX work across film/TV/advertising.
• Deep understanding of VFX pipelines, real-time effects and asset integration.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and mentor a team of VFX artists, providing artistic direction and technical guidance.
• Oversee creation of complex visual effects including particle systems and simulations.
• Develop and maintain efficient VFX workflows and pipelines for timely asset delivery.
• Collaborate with directors and department leads to meet project goals.
• Ensure technical feasibility and high artistic quality of produced VFX.
• Manage resources and timelines for the VFX department.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team management

VFX pipelines

Real-time VFX

Houdini

Maya

Nuke

After Effects

Art direction

Educación

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Herramientas

Houdini

Maya

Nuke

After Effects

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead VFX Artist to join their creative studio in Richards Bay . This leadership role is critical in driving the technical and artistic quality of visual effects across various projects. You will guide a team of VFX artists, oversee the creation of stunning visual effects, and ensure seamless integration into final outputs. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio of high-impact visual effects work, a deep understanding of VFX pipelines, and excellent leadership qualities. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to major entertainment productions in the KwaZulu-Natal region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of VFX artists , providing artistic direction and technical guidance.
• Oversee the creation of complex visual effects, including particle systems, simulations, and compositing.
• Develop and maintain efficient VFX workflows and pipelines, ensuring timely delivery of assets.
• Collaborate with directors, art directors, and other department leads to achieve project goals.
• Ensure the technical feasibility and artistic quality of all visual effects produced.
• Manage project resources and timelines effectively for the VFX department.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in visual effects artistry, with a significant portion in a lead or supervisory role.
• Expertise in industry-standard VFX software such as Houdini, Maya, Nuke, or After Effects.
• Strong understanding of real-time VFX, particle systems, and physics simulations.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate a creative team.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges.
• A strong eye for composition, color, and detail in visual effects.

Benefits

• Competitive executive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead high-profile visual effects projects.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Professional development and attendance at industry conferences in Gauteng .