Overview

Overview

We are looking for a Houdini FX Artists with some experience in creating high-end 3D effects. This is a full-time (35 hours per week ) position for an enthusiastic person looking to become a part of our team. Someone who is creative and technical, who can assist student working on a variety of projects. Generalist skills are beneficial for this position.

This full-time position would entail:

-One on one helping students during lab time.
-Assistance for reference gathering trips, shoots for group projects and practical FX, VFX studio tours, and general help with on/off site activities.
-Basic lecture/public speaking abilities and the willingness to grow with the position to eventually deliver some classes.
-The adoption and application of our FX and teaching methodologies, and a general helpful/positive outlook for the growth and progress of students.
-Continued self-learning as software and workflows advance.
-Organizing curriculum and archival of work and lectures
-Assisting with project setup (possible match move or tracking)
-Assisting with marketing of student work
-Organize asset library
-This position would require communication in English
-Attention to detail, Tight deadlines

Experience and Skills:

· 1 year to less than 2 years experience as a Post-secondary teaching  assistant or a related position
· beginner to mid level of Houdini proficiency.
· Basic Nuke/compositing proficiency.
· Linux proficiency
· General 3D Experience in a 3D package such as Maya, Max etc…
· Previous teaching experience in a post-secondary environment.
· Excellent communication skills
· Strong time management / organizational skills.
· Positive attitude and solid work ethic.

Personal Suitability
· Team player, Organized, Reliability, Flexibility

Beneficial skills:
· Experience in a studio environment in 3D or FX.
· Experience with other FX software such as Fumefx, Realflow, Bifrost, Massive, or proprietary
· Understanding of Python scripting.

Wage range: $18-28.00  based on experience.

Position will be @ 1825 Victoria Diversion, Vancouver, B.C.

This position would start as soon as possible. We are looking for a full-time person ideally a 2 + year commitment.

To apply of for more details E-mail: admin@lostboys-studios.com