Senior FX Artist

We are currently seeking a Senior FX Artist with our Vancouver studio. Key responsibilities include:

• Design and create a wide variety of realistic visual effects, including but not limited to water, destruction, smoke, fire and the supernatural
• Revise simulations based on client and supervisor feedback in a timely manner
• Work in coordination with the Lighting team to ensure smooth integration of FX elements
• Work with FX Supervisor and Leads to achieve the desired level of aesthetic quality and technical accuracy
  
  

Requirements

• For this role we are looking for someone with strong experience in water and other effects. (Please demonstrate in your reel)
• 5+ years of FX Artist experience in a production environment
• Experienced in Houdini & Maya
• Creative ability & artistic talent
• A good understanding of generic simulation engines
• Understanding of physics, realistic motion, and various natural phenomena at different scales
• Ability to work in a team as well as independently, proactively solving technical issues as needed
• Compositing, shading, scripting and programming experience are all assets
  
  

About Pixomondo (PXO):

PXO creates industry-leading Virtual Production and Visual Effects for premium Film and Episodic content. With over 20 industry awards and nominations, PXO, a Sony Pictures Entertainment company, is a trusted partner for storytellers and showrunners worldwide. The company has been creating iconic work since 2001, from Martin Scorsese's Academy Award winning Hugo and HBO's Emmy winning Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, through to Amazon's The Boys, Marvel's Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and many more.

PXO has seven studios and three LED volumes in the US, UK, Germany and Canada.

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $130,000 to $145,000 CND. Individual salaries within this range will be dependent upon skills, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits may vary by location due to regional regulations and company policies.

Pixomondo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

PXO does not accept resumes from recruiters. Unsolicited resumes are accepted directly from candidates only. PXO will not pay any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.