FX Artist
Role Overview
• Create advanced FX simulations including fire, explosions, destruction, volumetrics, fluids, oceans, lava, and environmental effects
• Deliver hero-level FX work across complex multi-element sequences
• Develop reusable Houdini templates and procedural workflows for production teams
• Build and maintain tools that improve simulation efficiency and artist workflows
• Collaborate with Supervisors, HoDs, and global teams to solve technical and creative challenges
• Help establish quality benchmarks and maintain consistency across sequences
• Support workflow improvements through scripting and technical problem-solving
• Participate in dailies, communicate progress clearly, and respond constructively to feedback
• Mentor and support other artists through knowledge sharing and technical guidance
Key Skills for This Role
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Nice to Have
- Experience leading sequences or small teams
- Experience contributing to pipeline, R&D, or tool development initiatives
- Working knowledge of Vellum
- Familiarity with Katana or Unreal Engine
- Nuke experience
What We're Looking For
We’re looking for artists who combine strong technical problem-solving with a collaborative mindset. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership of complex work while helping elevate the wider team around them
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Pitch Black is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Pitch Black, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or family status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local law.
About FOLKS
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The Pitch Black Company
Private global VFX studio group producing visual effects and visualization for film, television, and streaming clients.
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