FX Artist

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Jellyfish Pictures Ltd Full time

We are looking for FX Artists to join our team, working on an exciting 3D CG feature production for Dreamworks.

As an FX Artist you will be responsible for designing and creating elements and effects across the project. You will work closely with the rest of animation pipeline to create seamless integration into shots.

You will work collaboratively with your team to find the best technical and creative solutions in order to meet production needs and produce simulations that matches the high-quality vision for our projects.

Responsibilities
  • Working with your lead, supervisor and production to determine the needs of the project.
  • Partnering with lead and identifying potential obstacles that could affect timelines and delivery schedules.
  • Constructively handling and turning around feedback and critiques on your work.
  • Supporting your team by collaborating and sharing knowledge and techniques.
  • Building generalised FX set-ups and tools to help tackle various types of shots.
  • Working with other departments such as lighting or compositing to provide the required quality of assets or render layers.
What we're looking for
  • Have at least five years of experience as a Houdini FX Artist in high-end production.
  • Have a strong understanding of physical dynamics and natural phenomena which reflects in your effects work.
  • Have excellent VEX scripting ability or can do magic with VOPs.
  • Are a great team player, problem solver and communicator that can help meet project requirements and flag potential issues.
  • Have a keen eye for visual detail, composition and timing.
  • Are familiar with Nuke or similar compositing software.
Nice to have
  • Knowledge of Python.
  • Experience with Solaris/Karma and the USD pipeline.
  • Previous experience in Animated CG or high-end series

Culture

We’re a studio that believes in nurturing a community of talent to create compelling worlds that people want to spend time in. At the forefront of our work lies extraordinary artists. Jellyfish Pictures empowers our employees to think outside the box and achieve common goals. We pledge to embed a diverse and inclusive workforce, so that you can focus on doing what you love best. Our supported environment fosters growth, making a remarkable place to build a career.

  • We are currently working toward B Corp certification.
  • Numerous social events (for families too) throughout the year to keep you entertained, engaged and involved, no matter where you are based.
  • The opportunity to work with diverse talent in an international market.
  • Thursday drinks in our studio's garden.
  • Wellbeing programs and other mental health initiatives – your health is our priority.
  • Time off in lieu for our artists and 100% flexible working arrangements.

Jellyfish Pictures is an equal opportunity employer, we take accountability to ensure our recruitment process is based on merit alone, without regard to ethnicity, age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation/preference, national origin, religion, or any other category protected by law.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the interview process by contacting our talent team on: recruitment@jellyfishpictures.co.uk

About Us

Founded in 2001, Jellyfish Pictures has grown from the original "two-man band" into an internationally recognised operation. Known for their world-class animation and VFX, beautifully rendered imagery and multi-platform content, Jellyfish Pictures critically acclaimed work has earned them multiple awards. These include EMMY, BAFTA, highly sought-after VES Awards, and several other accolades.

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