BC Lead Houdini Crowd Artist

2 months ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Zoic Studios Full time

Job Title: Lead Houdini Crowd Artist

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Houdini Crowd Artist to join our team at Zoic Studios. As a key member of our visual effects team, you will be responsible for creating realistic crowds and characters for our stop-motion animated feature.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement crowd simulations using Houdini
  • Collaborate with animation team to ensure crowd performances align with the film's narrative
  • Develop and maintain creative and technical tools to enhance crowd simulation capabilities
  • Work closely with technical directors to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues
  • Partner with other disciplines to ensure seamless integration of crowd simulations
  • Mentor and train junior artists to develop their skills

Requirements:

  • 7+ years of high-end production experience in television or feature films as a Lead Crowd Artist, Crowd Artist, or TD
  • Proficiency in Houdini 18.0 (or higher) and experience with crowd simulations
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Knowledge of applicable software and platforms, including Mantra rendering, Nuke compositing, and Maya

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary range: $55 - $65
  • Opportunity to work on a stop-motion animated feature with a talented team
  • Professional development and growth opportunities

Location: Vancouver, BC

Requirements: Must be located in the Lower Mainland, British Columbia. This role requires working onsite at our Vancouver studio in Gastown.



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