Lead FX Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Lead FX Artist (Gamedev): Defining and driving the visual effects language for an upcoming CG animated Ghostbusters series with an accent on blending classic supernatural comedy with grounded horror and jaw-dropping FX moments. Focus on creating Houdini-based setups and style-defining FX, reviewing and providing feedback on shots.

Location: Must work hybrid from Los Angeles, with 2 in-person days per week (Wednesdays required).

Salary: $2,761.56/week to $3,000/week.

Company

hirify.global is an animation studio based in Culver City, California, creating both feature animation and animated series with artists from around the world.

What you will do

• Develop high-quality stylized FX that read as real from a distance but reveal painterly, textured detail up close.
• Design and author Houdini-based FX setups for a wide variety of challenging fx and simulations.
• Package up development files and FX templates for efficient use by our partner shot production studios.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Production Design, Editorial, and Lookdev as needed.
• Maintain a strong sense of timing, appeal, and emotional impact in your FX work.
• Review FX work from partner studio and provide constructive feedback in a timely manner.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in CG FX for animation, VFX, or games (TV or feature preferred).
• Expert-level Houdini experience.
• Strong understanding of VEX and Python for procedural workflows.
• Proficiency in Maya, Redshift, Renderman, Nuke, and Photoshop.
• Solid grasp of physical dynamics, stylized motion/physics, and FX timing.
• Ability to work hybrid from Los Angeles, with 2 in-person days per week (Wednesdays required).

Nice to have

• Experience in stylized FX pipelines and developing show-wide FX style guides.
• Familiarity with brush-based or painterly look development.
• Desire to explore R&D or pipeline tool building.

Culture & Benefits

• Empowering filmmakers to lead the creative process.
• Producing bold and innovative visual storytelling.
• Fast-paced and collaborative production.