About the role
Company Overview
Our purpose is to do brilliant creative work, to make content that audiences want to watch and to have fun while we’re doing it. Untold Studios is an equal opportunity workplace, celebrating diversity and committed to legal compliance under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
The Role
As an FX Artist, you will be responsible for creating a broad range of physical and magical simulations and effects. You will create effects that look believable and are consistent with the overall look and feel of every individual project across advertising, long-form, and real-time. You will build scalable, team-friendly FX set-ups and work collaboratively as part of a team.
We are committed to supporting your ongoing development and will work closely with you to establish a personal progression plan.
Responsibilities
- Producing a wide variety of effects in Houdini, including but not limited to; fluid, POP particle and pyro simulations, alongside bullet simulation and constraint networks for destruction FX.
- Balancing the desired level of aesthetic quality with technical accuracy, often exploring different approaches in order to interpret complex creative briefs to deliver outstanding effects.
- Shading, lighting and rendering with Mantra or Arnold and supplying FX renders to compositing.
- Creating set-ups and tools that work for you and the wider team.
- Working alongside other departments to ensure that shots are delivered to the highest possible standard.
- Contributing to discussions around Houdini FX pipeline and tools.
- Communicating your thoughts and ideas clearly in a professional and positive manner.
- Managing time efficiently through multitasking and prioritizing tasks.
- Interpreting direction and addressing constructive feedback to improve shots.
- Proactively developing and sharing ideas with peers and the team.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience as an FX artist in the visual effects industry.
- Good understanding of Vector and Matrix manipulation.
Preferred Qualifications
- An understanding of Python and VEX is desirable.
- Experience using PDG is desirable.
Working Conditions and Logistics
- Location: Toronto
- Status: Hybrid
- Department: VFX
Compensation
- Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000 CAD annually, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
Recruitment Policy
- We do not use Artificial Intelligence or automated systems to screen, sort, or rank applicants for this position. We sometimes use AI for note taking in an interview setting.
- If you require any specific accommodations during the interview process, please reach out to our recruitment team.