Senior FX TD; DNEG VFX

FX TDs at DNEG gather a variety of 3D assets produced by our Build, Layout and Animation departments and use off the shelf software – primarily Houdini but also Maya - and custom pipeline tools to create particle, rigid body, fluid, cloth, fur and hair simulations.

• Proven production experience on multiple high-end VFX 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 live action 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.

• Experience in other areas of visual effects (TV, Games) will also be taken into account.
• A good general TD background.
• Maya, Python, Hscript VEX or Mel knowledge.
• Strong understanding of Linux/Unix based operating systems.

• 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.