Lead Cfx Simulation Artist

3 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada Cinesite-Vancouver Full time

Under the supervision of the CFX Supervisor, the Lead CFX Artist will set up and run hair and cloth simulations for use in stylized feature animated films. Responsibilities will include research and development of cloth set-ups and creating believable cloth simulations for both moving characters and inanimate objects within assigned shot work. You will also be required to create general show-related effects. This role takes the responsibility of supporting the artists, troubleshooting their work and mentoring them through issues.

**What you will be doing**
- Generate cloth effects and general show-related effects as required, including Maya, Houdini, and Xgen, nCloth, nHair, Qualoth
- Work with your immediate team and with the senior artists, supervisors and producers on a show to meet deadlines for delivery
- Work with the different departments (Assets, Animation, FX, Lighting, Compositing) to ensure a high-quality final look
- Develop new tools for productions as required

**What you bring to the team**
- Production experience with Houdini Maya, nCloth, XGen, Houdini or similar technology
- Thorough understanding of simulation techniques and technologies relating to effects and basic understanding of rigging, modelling and geometry deformers
- Creation of scripts with MEL, VEX, Python, basic C Shell scripting, Perl, C++ and development of tools
- Familiarity with various operating systems (e.g. Linux, Windows)
- Working knowledge of Arnold or other Render engines
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work well within a team and to solve shot-specific issues independently


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