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FX Technical Director

New South Wales, Australia (Hybrid)

FX Technical Director

2 Hours ago • 3 Years + • Animation

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maya

houdini

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python

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linux

nuke

team-player

rendering

real-time-vfx

Job Description

As an FX TD at DNEG, you'll leverage Houdini and other tools to produce high-quality particle, pyro, rigid body, fluid, cloth, fur, and hair simulations for feature films. Responsibilities include gathering 3D assets, creating photoreal effects (smoke, fire, water, explosions), and collaborating with other departments. A strong understanding of physical simulation in computer graphics and experience in live-action FX work are essential. Proficiency in Houdini and compositing software (Nuke preferred) is required. The role involves problem-solving, pipeline familiarity, and meeting production deadlines.

Must have:

3+ years high-end VFX experience
Photoreal effects (smoke, fire, water)
Particle & voxel-based rendering
Houdini expertise
Live action FX experience
Compositing knowledge (Nuke preferred)

Good to have:

Experience in TV/Games VFX
Generalist TD background
Maya, Python, Hscript or Mel
Linux/Unix OS understanding

Description

Position at DNEG

FX TDs at DNEG gather a variety of 3D assets produced by our Build, Layout and Animation departments and use off the shelf software - primarily Houdini - and custom pipeline tools to create high-quality particle, pyro, rigid body, fluid, cloth, fur and hair simulations for top VFX Feature Films.

Must Have

Minimum 3 years of high-end feature film VFX experience
Proven experience in producing photoreal effects such as smoke, fire, clouds, water, steam and explosions, plus experience with particle and voxel based rendering
An eye for details, good sense of timing, and thorough understanding of techniques and technologies relating to physical simulation in computer graphics
Experience in live action FX work
Extensive knowledge of Houdini
Familiarity with pipeline issues and problem solving
Familiarity with at least one node based compositing application (Nuke preferred), and a solid understanding of the compositing process

Nice to Have

Experience in other areas of visual effects (TV, Games) will also be taken into account
A good generalist TD background
Maya, Python, Hscript or Mel knowledge
Strong understanding of Linux/Unix based operating systems

About You

Organised, pro-active and a self-starter
A team player and clear communicator, and a keenness for collaboration
Adaptable and with a willingness to learn new skills and techniques – including proprietary software
Calm under pressure and committed to meet production deadlines
A positive, can-do attitude

About Us
We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

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About The Company

DNEG

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DNEG is a world-leading visual entertainment services company for the creation of feature film, television, and multiplatform content, with worldwide offices and studios across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

DNEG’s critically acclaimed work has earned the company seven Academy Awards® for Best Visual Effects and numerous BAFTA, Primetime EMMY® Awards and VES Awards for its high-quality VFX work.

Visit www.dneg.com for DNEG’s current and upcoming projects on behalf of Hollywood and global studio and production company.