Mid-Level Houdini FX Artist — 6 Week ContractCome help us blow some stuff up!
Dark Shadow VFX is looking for a Houdini FX Artist to join us immediately for a 6-week fully remote contract, with the possibility of an extension.
The work will focus primarily on photorealistic pyro, smoke, dust and debris simulations for current film and episodic projects.
We’re looking for someone with strong Houdini fundamentals, a good artistic eye, and the ability to take direction and iterate efficiently. You don't need a huge number of years under your belt—an experienced junior ready to step up or a solid mid-level artist could be a great fit. Some previous experience working in a professional VFX studio workplace is required.
This is production work, so we're looking for someone who can create effects that don't just look impressive in isolation, but sit naturally in a photoreal plate and support the storytelling of the shot.
What we're looking for:
- Strong proficiency with Houdini simulations and procedural workflows
- Experience creating photorealistic pyro, smoke, dust and debris
- Strong artistic eye for detail, scale, timing and visual storytelling
- Solid technical and creative problem-solving skills
- Ability to take direction, respond to notes and iterate efficiently
- Understanding of CG lighting and rendering, including preparing FX renders that integrate naturally with realistic illumination and shading
- Experience working within a professional VFX production pipeline
- Knowledge of Axiom is a definite plus
The details:
- Immediate start
- 6-week contract, with potential for extension
- Fully remote
- Up to $47 CAD/hour, depending on experience
- Open to British Columbia residents only
Send your resume/CV and reel to
[email protected].
- Dark Shadow VFX — British Columbia, Canada
📌 Houdini FX Artist (Canada)
🏢 Dark Shadow VFX
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