We're seeking a skilled and imaginative Visual Effects (VFX) Artist to join our team in producing high-quality effects for animated series, short films, games, commercials, and live-action projects. The role includes working closely with other departments to create compelling FX that enhance storytelling and bring visuals to life across a variety of styles and platforms. Responsibilities: Collaborate with Animation, Modeling, Lighting, and Compositing teams to design and implement VFX that align with the project's artistic direction. Create particle systems, RBD simulations, volumetric effects, and fluid dynamics in Houdini. Develop character-based FX such as cloth, hair, fur, and other secondary motion effects. Integrate FX into final shots using appropriate lighting, rendering, and compositing workflows. Troubleshoot, optimize, and document FX setups for efficient production and future use. Requirements: Minimum 3 years of experience in a VFX-related role within animation, games, or visual media. Strong proficiency in Houdini; familiarity with Maya, Unreal Engine, or After Effects is a plus. Solid understanding of simulation systems including fluids, smoke, particles, rigid bodies, and soft-body FX. Experience creating stylized FX as well as realistic simulations. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to deliver within production deadlines. Priority for local talent Preferred Experience: Experience developing tools or custom digital assets (HDAs) in Houdini. Knowledge of real-time FX workflows in Unreal Engine. Understanding of FX-lighting handoff and integration into a production rendering pipeline. Show more Show less