Reporting to the FX leadership, the Effects TD creates high-caliber dynamic and riveting visual 3D effects as well as designs and integrates custom pipeline tools.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Creates a wide variety of realistic effects, including but not limited to destruction, smoke, fire, and water
* Works under the guidance of multiple supervisors to achieve the desired level of aesthetic quality and technical accuracy, often exploring different approaches and looks
* Works with the FX leads to produce various elements using presets and templates, and to expand and improve upon these templates
* Revises simulations based on client and supervisor feedback in a timely manner
* Coordinates with the lighting department to ensure seamless integration of FX elements
* Works within the established pipeline and offer constructive suggestions to improve the process
* Helps develop and explore new ways to enhance results
* Helps team debug issues and learn new methods

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
* Minimum five (5) years of live action visual effects experience building, debugging, and supporting complex effects setups
* Minimum five (5) years of experience in scripted tools development
* Creative ability and artistic talent, demonstrated by previous work
* Strong experience in creating a wide variety of simulations (destruction, atmospheric, fluid, supernatural, etc.)
* Understanding of physics, realistic motion, and assorted natural phenomena on different scales
* Exceptional technical skills, the ability to learn new software quickly, and a keenness to stay on the leading edge
* Strong willingness to grow, learn new methods and share knowledge with others
* Ability to work and solve technical issues independently
* Ability to take direction positively, work well within a team and thrives under the pressure of tight deadlines
* Excellent communication skills and an open mind
* Team player able to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment
* Compositing and scripting experience is a plus
* Flowline experience is highly desirable

SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
* 3ds Max
* Houdini
* Flowline
* C++
* Python
* MAXScript
* HScript
* Thinking Particles
* FumeFX
* Krakatoa
* Realflow
* VEX

BENEFITS
* We offer extended medical, disability and dental insurance.