FX Lead

2 Months ago • All levels • Animation

Job Summary

Job Description

DNEG Animation seeks an FX Lead with proven experience in high-end feature film production. Responsibilities include producing effects (smoke, fire, water, explosions) using particle and voxel-based rendering. A strong understanding of physical simulation in computer graphics, Houdini expertise, and familiarity with compositing (Nuke preferred) are crucial. The role demands attention to detail, excellent timing, and problem-solving skills within a pipeline environment. Experience in other VFX areas (film, TV, games) and a TD background are beneficial. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, a team player, adaptable, and thrives under pressure.
Must have:
  • Proven feature film FX experience
  • Houdini expertise
  • Physical simulation understanding
  • Compositing (Nuke preferred)
  • Detail-oriented and problem-solver
Good to have:
  • Experience in other VFX areas
  • TD background
  • Maya, Python, Hscript/Mel knowledge

Job Details

Description

Position at DNEG

Job Requirements 
  • Proven production experience on multiple high-end feature films
  • Proven experience in producing effects such as smoke, fire, clouds, water, steam and explosions, plus experience with particle and voxel based rendering
  • An eye for details, good sense of timing, and thorough understanding of techniques and technologies relating to physical simulation in computer graphics
  • Experience in feature animation FX work
  • Extensive knowledge of Houdini
  • Familiarity with pipeline issues and problem solving
  • Familiarity with at least one node based compositing application (Nuke preferred), and a solid understanding of the compositing process
Additional Skills
  • Experience in other areas of visual effects (Film, TV, Games) will also be taken into account
  • A good general TD background
  • Maya, Python, Hscript or Mel knowledge
  • Strong understanding of Linux/Unix based operating systems
About You 
  • Organised, pro-active and a self-starter
  • A team player and clear communicator, and a keenness for collaboration
  • Adaptable and with a willingness to learn new skills and techniques – including proprietary software
  • Calm under pressure and committed to meet production deadlines 
  • A positive, can-do attitude


About Us
We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

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About The Company

DNEG is a world-leading visual entertainment services company for the creation of feature film, television, and multiplatform content, with worldwide offices and studios across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

 

DNEG’s critically acclaimed work has earned the company seven Academy Awards® for Best Visual Effects and numerous BAFTA, Primetime EMMY® Awards and VES Awards for its high-quality VFX work. 


Visit www.dneg.com for DNEG’s current and upcoming projects on behalf of Hollywood and global studio and production company.

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