Luma Vancouver seeks Mid to Senior FX Artists for remote work within British Columbia, Canada.  Responsibilities include creating realistic and stylized effects simulations, developing efficient workflows using Houdini, Nuke, VEX, and/or Python, collaborating with other artists, taking a leadership role in quality and mentorship, and troubleshooting technical challenges.  Candidates must demonstrate expertise in Houdini and a strong understanding of CG mathematics and physics, along with excellent communication and time management skills.  A minimum of five years' experience in VFX production and a relevant degree or equivalent experience are required.

<p>Luma Pictures is a globally renowned independent visual effects studio that builds compelling art and technology with a strong focus on company culture. We formed in 2002 in Venice, CA with the unwavering goal to create standout work with exceptional people.&nbsp;</p>

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<div class="section page-centered" data-qa="job-description"><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">Luma Vancouver is looking for Mid to Senior FX Artists to join the Vancouver team. </span></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size: 16px;">PLEASE NOTE:</b></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">All positions are Work From Home role. </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">Candidates must be located within British Colombia, and have the legal right to work in Canada to be considered only.</span></div><div><br></div></div><div class="section page-centered"><div><h3>You Can</h3><ul class="posting-requirements plain-list"><ul><li>Work autonomously<b>&nbsp;</b>to create realistic, directable simulations of any real world phenomena based on reference and brief</li><li>Autonomously develop directable, subjective (“magical”) effects based on concept art or brief</li><li>Improvise<b>&nbsp;</b>and work efficiently within the confines of available resources, show structure, and schedule as defined by Production Management</li><li>Take on a leadership role within the department by setting the bar for quality, providing guidance, and being a role model</li><li>Create well-organized tools, scripts, and set-ups to facilitate efficient or automated workflows that can be used by other members of the crew&nbsp;</li><li>Multitask and work productively in a high-pressure environment</li><li>Troubleshoot and solve problems proactively and resourcefully</li><li>Take direction well and implement feedback with a positive attitude</li><li>Interpret and transform abstract ideas into compelling effects</li><li>Use VEX and/or Python with high level proficiency to script custom tools and workflows</li><li>Collaborate effectively with fellow artists from other disciplines to meet challenging production deadlines</li></ul></ul></div></div><div class="section page-centered"><div><h3>You Have </h3><ul class="posting-requirements plain-list"><ul><li>An ambitious desire for self growth, ownership, and collaboration</li><li>Expert level proficiency with Houdini</li><li>Intermediate level proficiency with Nuke</li><li>Advanced understanding of the mathematical and physical concepts related to Computer Graphics</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>A strong aesthetic eye for effects performance as it relates to storytelling</li><li>Excellent time management and organisational skills</li><li>A solid work ethic and and a positive mindset</li><li>A team player mentality with a ‘get it done’ solutions orientated attitude</li><li>A minimum of five years of experience as an FX artist in a VFX Production environment</li><li>A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering or the equivalent combination of education and experience</li><li>A diverse range of experience in live action FX work demonstrable in a professionally presented demo reel</li><div><br></div><div><b>Come as you are.&nbsp; Luma is a committed equal opportunity employer</b></div><div><br></div></ul></ul></div></div>undefined