Studio: PFX
Job Opening: FX Artist – Expression of Interest
Location: Warsaw, Poland
Type: Full-Time
Responsibilities:
- Preparation of FX according to design/concepts for full CG shots or integration of CG elements into backgrounds
- Creating realistic phenomena such as particles, smoke, fire, fluids, clouds, explosions, and debris, CFX such as hair, muscles, cloth, skin, and crowds, and procedural modeling will be a bonus
- Lighting and Rendering FX work for integration into VFX or full-CG shots and sequences
- Coordination with Lighting Artist to ensure seamless integration of FX elements
- Creation of set-ups and tools
- Clear and regular communication with production management and other departments
- Collaboration with CG supervisor to improve tools and processes to increase department productivity
- Provide technical support to other members of the department
Qualifications & Skills:
- Proven experience producing photo-real and stylized effects simulation work for VFX and animation projects
- A creative eye and ability to balance aesthetic quality with technical accuracy
- Understanding of physics, realistic motion, and assorted natural phenomena on different scales
- Advanced simulation experience with Houdini and the ability to write expressions
- Experience in shading, lighting, and rendering and supplying renders to the compositing department
- Demonstrates good problem-solving skills and takes the initiative to offer ideas and suggestions
- Ability to prioritize tasks and good time management
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment
