CFX TD - Lead (VFX)

TL;DR

CFX TD - Lead (VFX): Leading the design and creation of realistic creature simulations including clothing, hair, fur, skin, and muscles for high-end feature films and television with an accent on quality control and team leadership. Focus on improving creature effects workflows and tools, while mentoring junior artists to ensure high-quality shot delivery.

Location: Hybrid in Vancouver, BC. Candidates are required to be based in British Columbia and eligible to work in Canada

Salary: $136,500 – $140,400 per year

Company

hirify.global is a world-class VFX studio based in Vancouver, BC, specializing in crafting stunning visual effects for feature films and television since 1995.

What you will do

• Lead a small team in designing and creating simulations for creature movement, including cloth, muscle, skin, hair, and fur.
• Build and maintain complex dynamic rigs for hero and background assets, including digital doubles.
• Create and maintain digital assets in Houdini to optimize workflow and delivery efficiency.
• Coordinate with Producers and Supervisors to assess, assign, and implement Creature Effects needs.
• Develop utility scripts and provide input to improve the creature FX pipeline and tools.
• Mentor junior artists, providing feedback, technical tips, and guidance to help them grow.

Requirements

• 5+ years of feature film/TV production experience.
• 5+ years of progressive experience leading small to medium size teams.
• Proficiency in Houdini and Maya.
• Strong understanding of real-world physics and anatomy.
• Experience working with Linux-based OS.
• Working knowledge of at least one scripting language, preferably Python.

Culture & Benefits

• Extended healthcare provided from day 1 with premiums 100% covered by the company.
• Up to 8 paid Health and Wellness days per year.
• A supportive, respectful, and empowering workplace culture that values diversity.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects for feature films and television.