VFX Artist
Scattermesh · Herndon, VA · 3 wk ago
On-siteArt & CreativeFull-time
Responsibilities and Duties
- Make Cool Stuff - Create photo-realistic render sequences of 3D effects including a variety of subject matter; waves, smoke, explosions, fire, etc.
- Collaborate - Work closely with our 3D artists and compositing team to deliver high impact vfx comps
- Development of templates or scripts to enhance the VFX pipeline
Qualifications and Skills
- 10+ years experience in a professional setting creating dynamic effects and simulations for photo-realistic cinematics
- High level of expertise in Houdini
- Knowledge of EmberGen, LiquiGen, and/or similar tools is a plus
- Knowledge of scripting custom tools and automation is a plus
- Strong sense of color, space, light, motion, materials and physical interactions
- Communicate effectively with team members across departments
- Strong problem solving and research skills
- Strong foundational knowledge of the physics and mathematics as they are applied in physically based simulations
- Understanding of 3D rendering
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive Market Leading Pay
- 25-30 days - Paid Time Off (PTO) / Holiday
- 100% Company paid medical/dental/vision/plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401(k) Matching with no cliff vest