Studio: Digitoonz Media & Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.
Job Opening: CFX / Grooming Artist
Role Type: Technical & Creative Character FX
Software Focus: Autodesk Maya, Yeti, XGen
Digitoonz is seeking a skilled CFX / Grooming Artist to lead the creation of high-quality hair, fur, feathers, and cloth simulations for our upcoming production slate. We are looking for an artist who can blend a strong understanding of anatomy and natural movement with the technical rigors of character effects. You will work at the intersection of modeling, rigging, and lighting to deliver visually stunning and production-optimized results that meet global animation standards.
Key Responsibilities & Workflow
- Create and refine complex hair, fur, and feather grooms for diverse characters.
- Develop realistic cloth, muscle, and secondary simulations (CFX) to enhance character performance.
- Ensure all grooms and simulations are technically efficient and production-ready.
- Collaborate across modeling, rigging, and animation departments to maintain pipeline integrity.
- Troubleshoot complex simulation issues and adapt assets based on director and client feedback.
- Maintain asset organization and consistency across high-volume sequences.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Technical Mastery: Proficiency in grooming tools including XGen / Interactive Groom (Maya), Yeti, and Houdini CFX.
- Anatomical Knowledge: Strong understanding of hair flow, physical dynamics, and natural character movement.
- Shading & Lighting: Solid understanding of how hair and fur react to lighting and shading environments.
- Pipeline Skills: Familiarity with asset management and the ability to balance high-quality output with production deadlines.
- Bonus: Basic knowledge of Python scripting for pipeline automation.
How to Apply
Ready to bring characters to life at Digitoonz? Please submit your credentials to our recruitment team:
Email: gita@digitoonz.com
Required: Please include your updated CV and a link to your showreel showcasing hair/fur grooming and CFX simulations.