Senior Effects Technical Director (VFX)

TL;DR

Senior Effects Technical Director (VFX): Generating FX animation, procedural simulations, and fluid systems for feature film visual effects with an accent on high-end simulation and lighting. Focus on creating complex particle and dynamic systems, mentoring junior artists, and optimizing production pipelines for cinematic quality.

Location: Hybrid (Vancouver, Canada)

Salary: C$126,700 – C$154,600 per year

Company

hirify.global (ILM) is a world-leading effects facility serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries.

What you will do

• Design and create FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, particle and fluid systems.
• Perform lighting and rendering of complex elements and handle moderate-level compositing.
• Provide accurate time estimates for shotwork and manage data cleanup for shots.
• Collaborate with supervisors and production teams, presenting work during dailies.
• Mentor junior effects artists to improve team technical capabilities.
• Coordinate element hand-offs to compositing and rendering departments.

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to work hybrid in Vancouver, Canada.
• At least 5 years of professional VFX experience with a college diploma in CG, fine arts, or related field (or 7+ years of experience).
• Advanced simulation experience with Houdini, Maya, 3DS Max, or similar software.
• Proficiency in Python scripting and working within a Linux environment.
• Strong aesthetic eye and the ability to work under high pressure and tight deadlines.
• Solid understanding of simulation physics and ability to write expressions.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model with 2-3 days onsite at the designated location.
• Comprehensive package of medical and financial benefits.
• Opportunity to work on world-class feature films and cutting-edge visual effects projects.
• Collaborative environment within a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company.