Visual Effects Simulation Expert
5 days ago
Job Summary:
The Senior Visual Effects Simulation Expert at Industrial Light & Magic operates independently to create sophisticated FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, particle and fluid systems for feature film visual effects. This expert also completes lighting, rendering and moderate-level compositing of complex shots with guidance from supervisors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, particle and fluid systems
- Light complex/multiple elements; communicate status of shots to supervisors and production teams
- Provide accurate time estimates for shot work
- Hand off elements to other departments' comp and rendering teams
- Presentation of shot work in dailies; attendance at dailies and other department meetings
- Mentor junior effects artists
- Data management of shots including clean up
- Special projects as needed
Requirements:
- At least 5 years relevant professional VFX experience and a college level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or a related field; OR at least 7 years relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of education
- Demonstrates an excellent aesthetic eye
- Exhibits strong teamwork and interdisciplinary thinking
- Production pipeline experience
- Strong communication and follow-through
- Ability to work under pressure and deadlines
- Experience with either Maya, 3DS Max, Houdini, or similar software
- Basic understanding of the physics of simulation
- LINUX and scripting ability in Python
- Advanced simulation experience with either Houdini, Maya, 3DS Max or other software, and the ability to write expressions
Estimated Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000 per annum, depending on experience
About Us:
Industrial Light & Magic is a leading visual effects company that values diversity, inclusion and belonging. We believe that our people at all levels reflect the vast life experiences of our audiences, and we thrive when ideas and decisions from all are valued and represented.
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