Houdini FX Generalist

TL;DR

Houdini FX Generalist: Creating and integrating a range of FX elements including RBD, softbodies, Pyro, FLIP, and cloth for animation production with an accent on art-directable, reusable setups and technical suitability. Focus on ensuring all work meets project specifications and improving tools and processes for productivity.

Location: Onsite in Sheffield, UK

Company

hirify.global is an animation production studio focused on creating cartoon-stylised pieces.

What you will do

• Create assets that are technically and artistically suitable.
• Accurately integrate FXs into the production pipeline.
• Create a variety of FXs.
• Ensure all work meets project specifications.
• Manage feedback and technical challenges.
• Communicate regularly with production management.
• Work with the department lead to improve tools and processes.

Requirements

• Examples of FX work, including RBD, softbodies, Pyro, FLIP, and cloth inside Houdini.
• A working knowledge of Maya.
• The ability to light and render FX passes ready for compositing.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• The ability to adapt to new processes and pipelines.

Nice to have

• The ability to perform rigging inside of Maya.
• An understanding of Nuke and the compositing pipeline.
• Experience with Python scripting.
• VRay experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time role with focus on responsibility and meeting deadlines.
• Opportunity to create your best work every day.