Studio: Laika
Job Opening: CG Effects Intern
Location: Hillsboro, Oregon, US
Type: Internship
Responsibilities:
- Create the look of simple computer-generated FX and elements through shot production.
- Perform simple technical work in support of shot production using various production tools.
- Assist the Modeling, Texturing, Lighting and Compositing teams.
- Assist in troubleshooting creative and technical issues.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior in college, or graduated within the last 12 months, with a focus in Computer Animation, Fine Arts, Media Arts, Computer Science, or other relevant area of study.
- Experience with Houdini and the pyro tools to simulate smoke, fire and explosions (experience with newer version of Houdini 18 or 18.5, preferred).
- Basic knowledge of Houdini’s rigid body dynamics, a plus.
- Basic knowledge of Katana and Nuke.
- Experience with effects such as steam, clouds and water fluid dynamics; experience with crowds, a plus.
- Basic knowledge of Pixar’s Universal Scene Description (USD), a plus.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills, attitude and work ethic.
- Effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Able to work both collaboratively and independently.
