FX Technical Director Job at Stormborn Studios

Stormborn Studios Vancouver, BC

Stormborn Studios is looking for a mid-level Houdini FX Technical Director to work on a variety of challenging projects. This is not a senior position – the successful applicant will have some experience and good training, and will preferably work on site with the supervisor. This is a full-time permanent position for the right candidate.

We offer an independent and flexible work environment. As a young studio, we are looking for people that can become part of our core team. At Stormborn we’re passionate about the work we perform, being a team player is key. Sharing knowledge is part of what we live and breathe, we’re constantly evolving and learning new techniques ourselves, and every show is a new feat.

Requirements:
– Vancouver residents to work on-site at 520-744 West Hastings, Vancouver BC
– minimum of one year of Houdini VFX production experience
– related degree preferred, specialized FX certificate or diploma at a reputable school required
– understands and uses VEX & HScript expressions
– experience and an eye for photo-realism
- Python knowledge is a plus
– FX experience in Max or Maya is a plus
- basic Nuke experience
- communicate in English, both verbal and written

Duties:
– building complex destruction setups, pyro/smoke simulations, ocean workflows
– lighting FX in Redshift
– perform large-scale simulations while maintaining a great level of detail
- develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives
- communicate with supervisor, production staff and team both orally and written
- iterate new versions based on supervisor and client notes
- attention to detail, an eye for composition and colour
- ability to work to tight deadlines

Welcome are:
– Team players
– Problem solvers
– Independent thinkers
– Reliable and confident personalities
– FX Ninjas!
- Canadian and Permanent Residents preferred for this position

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $35.00-$45.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Extended health care

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

  • AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

  • FX TD: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person




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