Senior FX Artist

Are you an FX artist who is passionate about working on upcoming film, television and advertising projects? The Embassy is hiring a Senior FX Artist to join their team!

About The Embassy

The Embassy is a Canadian, Oscar-nominated production house, specializing in live-action production, post-production, and animation for feature films, television, and commercials. We are an independent creative studio with expertise in visual effects and production. Located in the heart of Vancouver’s Digital District, we work with global production companies, agencies and brands, in film, television and advertising.

Award-Winning

We have crafted award-winning visual effects for the world’s most recognized brands and film franchises. Our work has received accolades including Oscar nominations and numerous VES, Cannes, D&AD, Clio & ADCC awards.

About You

The Senior FX Artist is responsible for creating realistic and stylized effects from initial concept through to final rendering. These effects will range from liquid and smoke simulations to abstract particle and procedural geometry effects.

Your Role

• Finalize shots driving existing tools or creating your own solutions, including hero and creature FX to accomplish shot narratives.
• Meet project milestones and deadlines on time.
• Collaborate with other artists to share knowledge and techniques.
• Communicate with other departments to receive feedback and resolve shot issues.
• Assist members of the FX team to learn and grow their skills by providing informal feedback, tips and tricks, and encouragement.
• Research software and methods for increased productivity and efficiency
• Mentor junior artists and set a positive example for the team.

Your Qualifications

• 5+ years of FX experience in commercials, film or TV
• Strong understanding of multiple aspects of the VFX pipeline
• Skilled knowledge of Houdini; Maya and Nuke knowledge is a plus
• Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to multitask
• Ability to take direction well, collaborate effectively in a team, and perform under tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of various aspects of the VFX pipeline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Capable of working collaboratively in a remote team environment.
• Ability to efficiently organize and prioritize work across multiple tasks.

We Offer

• A fun and collaborative environment
• Emphasis on work/life balance
• Ample cross-training opportunities

Salary Range: $49.00 - $62.50 per hour. 

This range denotes the minimum and maximum compensation limits for this role within the province of British Columbia, adhering to local legal requirements. It's essential to recognize that the salary range for this position may vary when compared to markets outside of British Columbia, with potential variations in both lower and higher figures. The base pay offered is contingent upon factors including internal equity assessments and elements such as the candidate's geographic location, job-related expertise, skills, experience, and other pertinent qualifications.

The Embassy Visual Effects Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Ready to grow your career with a unique VFX studio? Apply today with your resume and demo reel!

Please note: At this time we are accepting applications only from those artists who are legally eligible to work in Canada and are residents of BC.