Description
Department: 3D
Location: London
Reports To: Head of 3D
Purpose of role:
FX Technical
Directors gather a variety of 3D assets produced by our Build, Layout and
Animation departments and use off the shelf software – primarily Houdini but
also Maya - and custom pipeline tools to create particle, rigid body, fluid,
cloth, fur and hair simulations.
Main responsibilities and duties:
Use an array of
commercial and proprietary software tools to produce photorealistic simulations
of real-world phenomena while developing innovative solutions to complex
problems
Create bespoke
effects setups to fulfil client briefs
Produce test and often final renders of FX elements for a shot
Create working test composites for review by the supervision team
Work in partnership with lighters & compositors to ensure shots are
delivered to the very highest standard
Stay on schedule and meet
deadlines whilst maintaining the highest quality of work
Experience and skills:
Proven experience in producing effects such as smoke, fire, clouds,
water, steam and explosions, plus experience with particle and voxel based rendering
An eye for details, good sense of timing, and thorough understanding of
techniques and technologies relating to physical simulation in computer
graphics
Experience in live action FX work preferred
Extensive
knowledge of Houdini and/or Maya (Python, Hscript or Mel knowledge a plus)
Familiarity with pipeline issues and problem solving
A good general TD background is desirable
Familiarity with at least one node based compositing application (Nuke
preferred), and a solid understanding of the compositing process.
Strong understanding of linux/ unix based operating systems
At least 3 years experience in feature films. Experience in other
areas of visual effects (TV, Games) will also be taken into account.
Personal
attributes:
Good communication and organisational skills
Creative problem solver and good attention to
detail
Ability to work well under pressure and meet
deadlines, whilst maintaining high quality results
Ability to work as part of a team as well as
alone
Ability to work with little supervision
Flexibility and adaptability