CG FX Artist

Atomic Cartoons, a renowned animation studio, is seeking a CG FX Artist to join their Vancouver team for a new CG series. The role involves designing and animating effects using Houdini, collaborating with various supervisors, and meeting production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design and animate effects utilizing Houdini for smoke, clouds, fire, lava, and water that meet the technical and aesthetic standards of the project
• Take direction from the FX Supervisor, Leads and FX TDs
• Work with DFX supervisor, lighting team and CG Supervisor to determine the best possible technical and creative approaches to be able to work smoothly within the pipeline
• Produce look tests based on the provided concepts
• Work within the show structure and production deadlines to complete tasks
• Meet deadlines as assigned by production management

Skills

• 1+ years of industry experience working in a studio environment, working on an episodic show
• Knowledge of Houdini Dynamic tools
• An understanding of physical dynamics and natural phenomena
• Self-driven, a good communicator, and a great team player
• Strong technical skills within a show structure
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and problem-solve
• Experience rendering with Mantra
• Currently legally eligible to work in Canada
• Applicants must have resided within BC as of December 31, 2025 and be able to provide the appropriate supporting documents
• Prior experience in the CG animation industry is an asset
• Basic knowledge of Nuke is an asset
• Basic knowledge of Renderman and/or Katana is an asset

Benefits

• Medical
• GRSP
• Vacation pay
• Paid holiday break
• Paid leave
• A variety of other discounts and perks

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