FX Supervisor

2 Years ago • 5 Years + • $100,000 PA - $120,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

ICON Creative Studio is seeking an FX Supervisor to lead their visual effects team. This role involves ensuring high-quality FX, managing team efficiency, and meeting delivery timelines. Responsibilities include task delegation, asset tracking, creative and technical direction, and collaborating with the Art Director and production team. The FX Supervisor will also shape hero FX, mentor team members, and contribute to R&D and TD efforts, playing a crucial part in team morale and the studio's excellence in FX delivery.
Must have:
  • 5+ years of professional experience in FX for animation, VFX, or film
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Proven ability to break down complex effects and manage task distribution
  • Advanced proficiency in Houdini, Maya, and Nuke
  • Experience with pipeline tools and procedural workflows
  • Strong artistic eye and understanding of visual storytelling
  • Comfortable participating in client calls and team reviews
Good to have:
  • Experience with template/rig development
  • Familiarity with ShotGrid or other project-tracking tools
  • Experience mentoring artists and conducting performance reviews
Perks:
  • Collaborate on top-tier feature and episodic CG franchises
  • Work with the latest tools and software
  • Studio upholds a premium standard of quality
  • Flexibility, autonomy, and a supportive workplace culture
  • Direct deposit and generous benefits package
  • Continuous learning opportunities and mentorship

Job Details

Company Overview


ICON Creative Studio is Canada’s largest independently owned animation entertainment company, located in the historic Gastown district of Vancouver, BC. Our talented team includes specialists across the entire animation pipeline, working alongside creative and management professionals to deliver outstanding animated content.

Known for our commitment to quality, efficiency, and timely deliveries, ICON has partnered with distributors, broadcasters, and leading streaming platforms worldwide to create and produce noteworthy, impactful projects.

We operate from a holistic philosophy, leveraging the unique skill sets of our team members to maximize production efficiency while maintaining an optimal balance of creativity and quality on-screen.


Why work at ICON?



  • Collaborate on top-tier feature and episodic CG franchises for major streaming platforms, including Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, Amazon, Peacock, and Paramount+.
  • Be part of a diverse team of artists from around the globe who have joined us here in British Columbia.
  • Work with the latest tools and software, ensuring you're always equipped to do your best work.
  • Be part of a studio that upholds a premium standard of quality across all productions, putting every resource into what’s on-screen.
  • Enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and a supportive workplace culture.
  • Access direct deposit and a generous benefits package.
  • Grow with us through continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and empowering you to achieve your professional goals.


Job Overview


   As the FX Supervisor, you will lead the visual effects team on your project, ensuring high-quality FX while balancing artistic excellence, team efficiency, and delivery timelines. You will oversee task delegation, asset tracking, and the overall creative and technical direction of the team. Collaborating closely with the show’s Art Director and production team, you will shape hero FX, mentor team members, and contribute to R&D and TD efforts. This role is pivotal to team morale, growth, and the studio’s continued excellence in FX delivery.



Responsibilities: 

  • Accurately track and delegate FX tasks across the project, considering the strengths and interests of each artist.
  • Participate in FX callouts for each episode, identifying creative opportunities while meeting delivery goals.
  • Break down FX complexity and provide accurate time estimates for each shot.
  • Collaborate with the Art Director to develop the look of hero FX, and effectively communicate the vision to the team.
  • Guide artists to maintain consistency in quality, style, and technical execution.
  • Participate in lead meetings, dailies, client calls, and reviews.
  • Step in on episodic shot work if necessary to ensure delivery timelines are met.
  • Conduct R&D and TD work for upcoming effects, including developing FX rigs, templates, and reusable tools.
  • Ensure adherence to studio pipeline standards and contribute to pipeline/tool improvements.
  • Contribute to early client-facing FX tests and help align expectations.
  • Mentor artists, foster team cohesiveness, and maintain a positive, collaborative environment.
  • Conduct routine performance evaluations, providing feedback, identifying growth opportunities, and recommending team members for promotions or project placements.
  • Collaborate with HR and Production on hiring efforts, including conducting interviews and helping to select candidates.
  • Help maintain budget awareness by managing assignments and monitoring overtime needs.


Qualifications:



  • 5+ years of professional experience in FX for animation, VFX, or film.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with experience supervising or leading FX teams.
  • Proven ability to break down complex effects, assess artist capabilities, and manage task distribution.
  • Advanced proficiency in FX software such as Houdini, Maya, and Nuke.
  • Experience with pipeline tools, procedural workflows, and template/rig development.
  • A strong artistic eye and understanding of visual storytelling and timing.
  • Comfortable participating in client calls, team reviews, and production meetings.
  • Familiarity with ShotGrid or other project-tracking tools is a plus.
  • Experience mentoring artists and conducting performance reviews is preferred.


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The wage range for this role reflects compensation across all of ICON’s projects. The final salary will be determined based on the specific position, the current show assignment, and the applicant’s experience and portfolio. This range accounts for varying levels of experience and responsibilities.

In compliance with British Columbia provincial mandates, we are posting this broad wage range to meet wage transparency requirements.

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ICON Creative Studio is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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