3D FX Artist: Paw Patrol Specials

4 Weeks ago • 4 Years + • Game Story Writing/Narrative Design

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Job Description

Guru Studio seeks a talented 3D FX Artist for "Paw Patrol Specials." Responsibilities include creating FX (dust, rain, fire, cloth, etc.) using Houdini, collaborating with the asset team on solutions, meeting deadlines, and communicating challenges to the FX Lead. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience in animated television/film, in-depth Houdini and Maya knowledge, and experience with CFX. The position is in-studio/hybrid, offering a collaborative and creatively fulfilling work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
Must have:
  • 4+ years experience in animation
  • Houdini & Maya expertise
  • Create various FX in Houdini
  • Meet deadlines and communicate effectively
Good to have:
  • Redshift rendering
  • Nuke compositing skills
  • CFX experience
Perks:
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Learning opportunities
  • Health and wellness support
  • Philanthropic initiatives
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Guru Studio is a creative-driven entertainment company and an industry leader in animated storytelling. For over twenty years, our studio has brought to life some of the most recognizable and beloved children’s properties in the world.


We’re always looking for passionate and committed talent, so come join our dynamic and growing team!


Are you ready to take the world's #1 smash hit animated series to the next level? The award-winning, action-packed and loved-by-every-child-on-Earth series PAW Patrol is entering its second decade of production, with BIG plans ahead!


We're looking for a talented 3D FX Artist to join the production of “Paw Patrol Specials” based on the world-wide hit “Paw Patrol”.


Responsibilities:

  • Primary role is to create and add FX such as dust, rain, fire, cloth, etc. using Houdini
  • Work with the asset team to generate solutions for things without having to default to simulations
  • Complete assigned tasks on schedule, ensuring deadlines are met
  • Communicate risks and challenges to FX Lead
  • Create FX with a sense of timing for animation


Qualifications:

  • 4+ years experience in animated television and/or film
  • In depth knowledge of Houdini and Maya are required
  • rendering in redshift and nuke compositing skills are an asset
  • Experience with CFX is a major asset
  • A strong creative portfolio


Why Join Guru?

  • We create a collaborative and creatively fulfilling work environment by promoting courage, purpose, inspiration, integrity, transparency, and empowerment as our core values
  • We take great pride in our work and we always ensure it reflects a high standard of quality and creativity
  • We encourage individuals to grow with us by offering learning opportunities that encourage skill development and growth
  • We are proud to support philanthropic initiatives that support our local and global community through our charity committee Guru Gives
  • We offer health and wellness support through an extensive benefits plan and extended mental health services and initiatives
  • We allow the flexibility to work remotely while making our downtown studio available for in-person team building and collaboration


Guru is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that celebrates the diversity of its employees. We are dedicated to employment equity and welcome applications from people from all Indigenous groups, races, religions, genders and people with disabilities.

  

We are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience during our recruitment process and are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible ‎environment where candidates and ‎employees feel valued and respected. Guru strives to respect the dignity and ‎‎independence of people with disabilities and is committed to giving them the same ‎‎opportunity to succeed in the recruitment process as all other candidates. If you have a disability, you may request ‎to be accommodated at any time. Guru will work with all candidates to ‎‎accommodate individual accessibility needs to the point of undue hardship. 


Guru Studio would like to thank all applicants for your interest, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.


Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.  Guru Studio is an equal opportunity employer. 

 

Please note this is an In-Studio/ Hybrid position

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About The Company

Guru Studio is a creative-driven entertainment company and an industry leader in animated storytelling. We are renowned for creating, developing and producing award-winning hit shows that captivate and inspire kids and families all over the world.


For over twenty years, our studio has brought to life some of the most recognizable and beloved children’s properties in the world including the smash hit PAW Patrol, True and the Rainbow Kingdom, Pikwik Pack, Big Blue, Justin Time, Ever After High and most recently Mecha Builders, the Sesame Street animated spin-off. Our studio was also a major contributor to the Academy Award nominated animated feature The Breadwinner.


At Guru, quality, original thinking, and respect for the artist’s workflow are at the core of our values. We are always looking for passionate and committed talent to join our dynamic and growing team!

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