FX Artist, Mid to Senior Level

9 Months ago • 5 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

FX Artist with 5+ years experience, expert Houdini, Nuke, strong communication skills, and passion for visual effects.
Must have:
  • Expert Houdini
  • Nuke Proficiency
  • FX Experience
  • Strong Communication
Good to have:
  • VEX/Python
  • Live Action FX
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Player
Perks:
  • Hybrid Work
  • Remote Option

Job Details

Luma Pictures Melbourne is looking for Mid to Senior level FX Artists. Candidates must be located within Australia for consideration.

We offer a Hybrid work model and welcome fully remote if you reside in Australia




You Can

    • Work autonomously to create realistic, directable simulations of any real world phenomena based on reference and brief
    • Autonomously develop directable, subjective (“magical”) effects based on concept art or brief
    • Improvise and work efficiently within the confines of available resources, show structure, and schedule as defined by Production Management
    • Take on a leadership role within the department by setting the bar for quality, providing guidance, and being a role model
    • Create well-organized tools, scripts, and set-ups to facilitate efficient or automated workflows that can be used by other members of the crew 
    • Multitask and work productively in a high-pressure environment
    • Troubleshoot and solve problems proactively and resourcefully
    • Take direction well and implement feedback with a positive attitude
    • Interpret and transform abstract ideas into compelling effects
    • Use VEX and/or Python with high level proficiency to script custom tools and workflows
    • Collaborate effectively with fellow artists from other disciplines to meet challenging production deadlines

You Have

    • An ambitious desire for self growth, ownership, and collaboration
    • Expert level proficiency with Houdini
    • Intermediate level proficiency with Nuke
    • Advanced understanding of the mathematical and physical concepts related to Computer Graphics
    • Excellent communication skills
    • A strong aesthetic eye for effects performance as it relates to storytelling
    • Excellent time management and organisational skills
    • A solid work ethic and and a positive mindset
    • A team player mentality with a ‘get it done’ solutions orientated attitude
    • A minimum of five years of experience as an FX artist in a VFX Production environment
    • A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering or the equivalent combination of education and experience
    • A diverse range of experience in live action FX work demonstrable in a professionally presented demo reel

    • Come as you are.  Luma is a committed equal opportunity employer

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About The Company

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. 

 

We expanded to Melbourne, Australia in 2013 and Vancouver, B.C. in 2021. Spanning two continents, Luma continues to grow and evolve to build more beautiful and compelling visual art for those who work for us, and those who work with us. With nearly 300 employees, we’re proud to have worked on over 100 feature films including: Elvis, Spider-Man: No Way Home, Black Panther, Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End, Guardians of the Galaxy; as well as Academy Award-winning films like Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Jojo Rabbit, No Country for Old Men, and True Grit. 

 

Over the years, we’ve kept that same hungry mindset and take pride in our creative partnerships. Our motto is simple: work with exceptional people on meaningful things. It’s what started our fire and continues to fuel our engine.


Head to our careers page to see what openings we have available. 

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