For more than 35 years, Bardel Entertainment has been growing and evolving, yet at our core, we remain grounded in the creative roots of the craft of animation. Our pursuit of fresh ideas, techniques, and technologies is driven by the belief that together, through creativity and collaboration, we can accomplish anything If you want to be part of an environment that empowers you to experiment, learn, and contribute to exciting projects, come and join us. Collaborate closely with the modeling, rigging, animation, and lighting departments to ensure seamless integration of character effects. ~ Troubleshoot and solve technical issues related to CFX to ensure smooth production flow. ~ Maintain and support existing CFX setups and pipelines. ~ Work with the CFX Lead to meet project deadlines and ensure the quality of work is consistent with the studio’s standards. ~ Stay updated with the latest industry trends and techniques in character effects and simulation. Engage in dailies, rounds, and team discussions to contribute to creative and technical improvements. ~ Adhere to pipeline workflows and technical requirements for seamless integration into the production process. ~ For senior artists,



actively mentor junior team members by providing constructive feedback, guidance, and support. Maintain consistency in quality while meeting production needs. ~ Proven experience as a CFX Artist in a feature film or high-end television production workplace. ~ Strong understanding of physics, dynamics, and procedural animation techniques. ~ Proficiency in Python, VEX, or other scripting languages commonly used in Houdini is a plus. ~ Familiarity with other relevant software such as Maya, Nuke, and Marvelous Designer is a plus. A degree or diploma in Computer Animation, Visual Effects, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred but not required based on experience. ~ Breakdown of your contributions to each project/shot featured in your demo reel. ~ Any relevant side projects or personal work demonstrate your skills and creativity. Dates: ASAP
- December 18, 2026 Pay Range: CAD $1,800
- $2,300 per week This salary range reflects our current expectations for these roles as of this posting’s date. Flexible work workplace, Extended Health and Wellness from day 1, RRSP matching are just some of the benefits.

📌 CFX Senior Artist (Canada)
🏢 Bardel Entertainment
📍 Canada