FX Supervisor
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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- Develops and produces a wide variety of realistic visual effects, including but not limited to destruction, smoke, fire, water and the supernatural
- Be responsive to the needs of the FX department, identifies and defines them, communicates them and follows up with the Development team
- Reviews simulations based on client requirements and offer feedback in a timely and positive manner
- Participates in the FX department’s recruitment effort by reviewing and interviewing candidates
- Works with the Director of CG and Department Manager on expanding the department’s roadmap
- Works within the established pipeline and offers constructive suggestions to improve the process
- Helps develop and explore new ways to enhance results and FX team
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
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- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in live action FX work and previous experience in a supervision and/or lead role
- Creative ability and artistic talent, demonstrated by previous work
- Knowledge of Houdini and/or 3ds Max (required)
- Strong experience in creating a wide variety of simulations (destruction, atmospheric, fluid, supernatural, etc.)
- Understanding of physics, realistic motion, and assorted natural phenomena at different scales
- Exceptional technical skills, the ability to learn new software quickly, and a hunger to stay on the leading edge
- Strong willingness to grow, learn new methods and share knowledge with others
- Ability to manage schedule and expectations alongside with production team
- Ability to showcase show management and people management skills while supervising a show
- Excellent communication skills and an open mind
- Team player able to work in a cooperative, fast-paced environment
- Compositing and scripting experience a plus
BONUS SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE
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- Flowline
- Thinking Particle
- FumeFX
- Krakatoa
- MAXScript
BENEFITS
We offer extended medical, disability and dental insurance.
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