Senior Creature FX TD

Job Description

A multi Oscar-winning creative studio, we have worked with some of the greatest storytellers in film today. Collaborating with directors and producers across the complete filmmaking process to help design, plan and create beautiful images, we focus on finding innovative creative solutions to support their vision and set new standards for visual effects in cinema.

Who Are We

Framestore combines talent and technology to bring life to everything we create, whether in film, episodic, advertising or immersive experiences. Driven by creativity and inspired by the future, we set out every day to reframe the possible.

About The Role

Creature FX Technical Directors are responsible for providing a wide variety of dynamic simulations for character-based work; including clothing, hair, muscle and skin.

Hear from one of our current CFX artists here .

What You’ll Do

The creation of simulation rigs for characters and creatures using Maya, nCloth and additional proprietary toolsShot execution using simulation rigs and the delivery of finished assets to the Lighting departmentLiaison with other departments involved in the creature workflow - Modeling, Rigging, Animation and LightingInvolvement in the development of departmental tools and techniquesMeeting set schedules and deadlines while maintaining the highest standardsRegularly communicating with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlines

Job Requirements

Bachelor Degree or 5 years full time work experience in lieuWork experience – at least 5-7 years experience in a similar rolePrevious experience on CG creature projects with some of the following types of dynamic simulation: cloth, hair/fur, feathers, skin and muscleA thorough knowledge of MayaExperience of creating simulation rigs and setups for showsGood problem solving skills and an eye for detailAn appreciation of both the aesthetic and technical requirements of the roleA strong work ethic, and a willingness to be involved in both development and shot executionThe ability to work as part of a team in a challenging and deadline orientated environmentA good understanding of pipeline and workflow issuesExcellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to liaise across departments

You Might Also Have

Programming/scripting experience (e.g. Mel, Python and/or C++)Experience of developing tools, scripts and plug-ins to help streamline workflowModeling and Rigging skills and experienceA good understanding of Maya constraints and deformersA knowledge of Carbon or any other simulation softwareExperience of working under a Unix/Linux systems environment

Application Process

To apply, please complete the linked application form or submit your resume and portfolio to recruiters@framestore.com with the subject line: Senior Creature FX TD - Melbourne.

Framestore is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.