Fx Td - Mid (Short-Term)

Position: FX TD - Mid
Hiring Range: $80,000 to $105,000/year for a 40 hour work weekProject Contract: November start - 3month-contractCompany Benefits: Extended healthcare from day 1, premiums 100% covered by Image Engine, up to 8 paid Health and Wellness days per year.*Candidates are required to be based in British Columbia and eligible to work in Canada*ABOUT IMAGE ENGINE
Image Engine is a world-class VFX studio based in Vancouver, BC, that has built a reputation for excellence in the visual effects industry since 1995. We specialize in crafting stunning visual effects for feature films and television with an award-winning portfolio that includes The Book of Boba Fett, The Mandalorian, Game Of Thrones, Lost in Space, Jurassic World, and District 9.We offer a full range of visual effects services, from concept designs and pre-visualization to CG animation, compositing, and explosive volumetric digital effects. Our crew is passionate about storytelling and pushing the artistic and technical boundaries to deliver the highest quality work on every project. R&D is central to our philosophy of driving creativity through innovation and we're committed to continually evolving our robust production pipelines.At Image Engine, we value diversity and teamwork, and we're proud to foster a workplace culture that is supportive, respectful, and empowering. We believe that our success is a reflection of our exceptionally talented team, and we're always looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join us on our mission to create unforgettable visual experiences. Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.POSITION PURPOSE
The Mid level FX TD is responsible for delivering high quality work for Image Engine shows, within the assigned time frame. They will apply notes provided by the FX Supervisors/FX Leads. They will proactively seek solutions with FX Leads and members of other departments. They will identify and troubleshoot problems as needed and will ask for assistance when necessary to ensure effective use of time and resources. Mid Level FX TDs will communicate with other departments to ensure they are receiving data to resolve shot related problems.Lead and Senior FX TD’s will help guide and develop the Mid into a strong Senior position. Mid level FX TDs will work with FX Supervisors and Leads to implement FX solutions for Image Engine shows. They will communicate with other Leads and artists that are assigned to the show to make sure work completed is consistent.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Create multiple types of realistic and believable effects (ie. rigid body and particle dynamics, procedural geometry generation, fluid dynamics and cloth simulations) under supervision using the studio pipeline and toolsCreate render passes, beauty renders and slap comps working with FX LeadEstimate the time required for tasks and communicate with your lead and show production coordinator any issues which may prevent you completing tasks within the scheduleAttend rounds, dailies, reviews, one to one and team meetings as requiredCommunicate issues, changes to simulations and art direction during rounds to the FX LeadCommunicate changes to simulations and art direction during dailies to the VFX supervisor when appropriateWorking with the FX Lead to address notes on your work, while providing solutions to aesthetic issues. You’re expected to improve the shot by maintaining a quality level as described by the show VFX Supervisor / FX Lead.Support other departments' needs, (Lighting, Compositing, etc) and ensure information is communicated to necessary departmentsRegularly read FX documentation on the wiki, be knowledgeable of latest studio techniquesEXPERIENCE
Minimum 2 years of feature film/TV production experience as an FX artist in HoudiniSKILLS AND ABILITIES
Technical skills
Strong knowledge and demonstrated work experience in HoudiniStrong knowledge of creating HDA’s in HoudiniAble to pick up large Houdini FX setups and run shotsWork with FX Lead to build Houdini FX setupsWorking knowledge of VEX and Hscript.Working knowledge of Arnold (preferred) and or another 3D RendererWorking knowledge of common data formats ( e.G. VDB, Alembic etc )Working knowledge of compositingWorking knowledge of asset management within a complex VFX pipelineWorking knowledge of NukeCore skills
Enthusiasm to learn new methodology and workflowsAble to troubleshoot and deal with competing prioritiesA strong eye for detail and quality control of FX elements (smoke,fire,destruction etc)A strong understanding of image composition and creative story pointsExcellent time management and communication skillsThe ability to work alongside, communicate with, and understand the requirements of other departments ( e.G. Animators, Creature FX, Lighting, Comp, R&D etc )Desirable skills and education
Higher education in related fieldsPython scriptingLinux / Unix scriptingWorking knowledge of MayaWorking knowledge of GafferExperience with other solvers and simulation tools (e.G. Naiad, realflow, Bullet, Blastcode, etc)
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