
Posted 28 days ago
CFX Artist
AI Summary
Creates stylized and photorealistic visual effects for characters and creatures across advertising, long-form, and real-time projects using Houdini, VEX, and Vellum.
About this role
What we’re up to at Untold
We are a creative community - a team of world-class talent, visionary clients, and an exciting future ahead. As a studio, our people and culture are at the core of everything we do. Our purpose is simple: to create outstanding content that captivates audiences while enjoying every step of the journey.
The Role
As a CFX Artist at Untold Studios, you will be responsible for creating a broad range of effects that work well with stylized CG and photorealistic characters/creatures. You have an excellent eye for detail and can work across a variety of projects spanning advertising, long-form and Real-time. You create effects that look believable and are consistent with the overall look and feel of every individual project. You are comfortable building scalable, team-friendly CFX set-ups and thrive when working as a part of a team.
What we're looking for:
Professional experience in Houdini
Use of VEX is preferred
Proficient with Vellum Solver (cloth, feathers, hair)
Knowledge of muscles in either H20.5 or H21, would be beneficial
Troubleshooting skills
Able to work independently
Able to do strong and procedural CFX setups
Interest or previous experience managing and supporting other artists
Being flexible and adaptive to new workflows
Pay range: $85,000-130,000 CND/Year depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
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.
Untold Studios is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to legal compliance under the Ontario Human Rights Code. We provide equal employment opportunities to all internal and external applicants regardless of background.
If you require any specific accommodations during the interview process, please reach out to our recruitment team.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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