FX Artist (Senior Level )

Luma Pictures Melbourne is looking for Senior level FX Artists. Candidates must be located within Australia for consideration.

All positions are Work From Home roles.




You Can

    • Work autonomously to create realistic, directable simulations of any real world phenomena based on reference and brief
    • Autonomously develop directable, subjective (“magical”) effects based on concept art or brief
    • Improvise and work efficiently within the confines of available resources, show structure, and schedule as defined by Production Management
    • Take on a leadership role within the department by setting the bar for quality, providing guidance, and being a role model
    • Create well-organized tools, scripts, and set-ups to facilitate efficient or automated workflows that can be used by other members of the crew 
    • Multitask and work productively in a high-pressure environment
    • Troubleshoot and solve problems proactively and resourcefully
    • Take direction well and implement feedback with a positive attitude
    • Interpret and transform abstract ideas into compelling effects
    • Use VEX and/or Python with high level proficiency to script custom tools and workflows
    • Collaborate effectively with fellow artists from other disciplines to meet challenging production deadlines

You Have

    • An ambitious desire for self growth, ownership, and collaboration
    • Expert level proficiency with Houdini
    • Intermediate level proficiency with Nuke
    • Advanced understanding of the mathematical and physical concepts related to Computer Graphics
    • Excellent communication skills
    • A strong aesthetic eye for effects performance as it relates to storytelling
    • Excellent time management and organisational skills
    • A solid work ethic and and a positive mindset
    • A team player mentality with a ‘get it done’ solutions orientated attitude
    • A minimum of five years of experience as an FX artist in a VFX Production environment
    • A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering or the equivalent combination of education and experience
    • A diverse range of experience in live action FX work demonstrable in a professionally presented demo reel

    • Come as you are.  Luma is a committed equal opportunity employer

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