FX Houdini

FutureWorks is seeking a skilled FX Houdini Artist to join their dynamic team, focusing on creating stunning simulations and effects using Houdini software. The role involves collaborating with CG artists, supervisors, and producers to deliver high-quality visual effects for film production, including destruction, smoke, fire, and water. The artist will work within an established pipeline, revise simulations based on feedback, and contribute to developing new methods.

Must Have

• Creates a wide variety of realistic effects, including but not limited to destruction, smoke, fire, water etc
• Can create assets of various FX elements to be used by the FX team
• Works under the guidance of multiple supervisors to achieve the desired level of aesthetic quality and technical accuracy
• Works with the FX team to produce various elements using presets and templates
• Revises simulations based on client and supervisor feedback in a timely manner
• Coordinates with the lighting department to ensure seamless integration of FX elements
• Works within the established pipeline and offer constructive suggestions to improve the process
• Minimum 5 years of proficiency with Houdini
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Previous experience in live-action visual effects for feature films or high-level television
• Creative ability and artistic talent, demonstrated by previous work
• Knowledge of Houdini
• Strong experience in creating a wide variety of simulations (destruction, atmospheric, fluid, supernatural, etc.)
• Understanding of physics, realistic motion, and assorted natural phenomena on different scales
• Exceptional technical skills, the ability to learn new software quickly, and a keenness to stay on the leading edge
• Strong willingness to grow, learn new methods, and share knowledge with others
• Ability to work and solve technical issues independently
• Ability to take direction positively, work well within a team, and thrives under the pressure of tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and an open mind
• Team player able to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment

Good to Have

• Compositing skills
• Scripting skills

FutureWorks is a leader in end to end film production, from visual effects and picture-sound post production, to the supply of high precision cameras and lenses. With a dedicated team of around 500 talented artists, spread across multiple integrated facilities in India, FutureWorks is recognised as a trusted partner by platforms worldwide.

We are seeking a skilled FX Houdini Artist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in visual effects production, with a focus on creating stunning simulations and effects using Houdini software. As an FX Houdini Artist, you will collaborate closely with our team of CG artists, supervisors & producers to deliver high-quality visual effects that meet the creative vision of our projects.

Responsibilities:

• Creates a wide variety of realistic effects, including but not limited to destruction, smoke, fire, water etc
• Can create assets of various FX elements to be used by the FX team
• Works under the guidance of multiple supervisors to achieve the desired level of aesthetic quality and technical accuracy, often exploring different approaches and looks
• Works with the FX team to produce various elements using presets and templates and to expand and improve upon these templates
• Revises simulations based on client and supervisor feedback in a timely manner
• Coordinates with the lighting department to ensure seamless integration of FX elements
• Works within the established pipeline and offer constructive suggestions to improve the process
• Helps develop and explore new ways to enhance results
• Helps team debug issues and learn new methods

Job requirements

• Minimum 5 years of proficiency with Houdini
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Previous experience in live-action visual effects for feature films or high-level television
• Creative ability and artistic talent, demonstrated by previous work
• Knowledge of Houdini (required) and/or Maya
• Strong experience in creating a wide variety of simulations (destruction, atmospheric, fluid, supernatural, etc.)
• Understanding of physics, realistic motion, and assorted natural phenomena on different scales
• Exceptional technical skills, the ability to learn new software quickly, and a keenness to stay on the leading edge
• Strong willingness to grow, learn new methods, and share knowledge with others
• Ability to work and solve technical issues independently
• Ability to take direction positively, work well within a team, and thrives under the pressure of tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and an open mind
• Team player able to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment
• Compositing and scripting skills is a plus