Studio: Fractal Picture
Job Opening: FX Artist
Location: Mumbai (Work from Studio)
Experience Level: Mid-Level (2–3 Years)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Fractal Picture is on the lookout for a creative and technical FX Artist to join our production pipeline in Mumbai. This role is crafted for digital artists who can seamlessly operate across traditional volumetric solvers and real-time generation frameworks to construct high-quality visual effects. If you possess strong analytical problem-solving skills, an uncompromising eye for dynamic detail, and the drive to ship stunning visuals in a fast-paced studio environment, we want to explore your showreel.
Key Responsibilities & Pipeline Tasks
- Design, simulate, and implement high-quality, complex visual effects across various production formats.
- Collaborate with internal asset, animation, and technical supervisors to blend dynamic elements into active scene files.
- Troubleshoot rendering bottlenecks, scene optimizations, and solver parameters for production efficiency.
- Incorporate creative thinking to balance realistic physical behaviors with stylized artistic direction.
Software Requirements & Technical Skillset
- Core Simulation Tools: Hands-on proficiency using Houdini and Blender for structural and fluid dynamics.
- Real-Time Systems: Technical working knowledge of Unreal Engine (experience deploying systems via Niagara is a major plus).
- Real-Time Volumetrics: Exposure to specialized fluid dynamics software like EmberGen and Liquigen for real-time fire, smoke, and liquid simulation.
- Candidate Profile: 2–3 years of professional studio experience in an FX capacity, featuring a strong artistic eye and attention to detail.
How to Apply
Ready to push the boundaries of dynamic simulations with Fractal Picture? Please forward your application credentials directly to our recruitment team:
Email: hr@fractalpicture.studio
Required: Please include your updated resume/CV along with a comprehensive digital portfolio or FX breakdown showreel.