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Scattermesh

VFX Artist

Herndon, VA · On-site

This role requires a skilled artist with experience realizing complex pre-rendered fluid body and ... High level of expertise in Houdini * Knowledge of EmberGen, LiquiGen, and/or similar tools is a ...

Scattermesh

VFX Artist

Herndon, VA · On-site

This role requires a skilled artist with experience realizing complex pre-rendered fluid body and ... High level of expertise in Houdini * Knowledge of EmberGen, LiquiGen, and/or similar tools is a ...

Rockstar Games

Artist: Environment

Andover, MA

$128K - $154K/yr

Rockstar is on the lookout for a talented Environment Artist with a passion for game development ... Experience with Houdini and a working knowledge of VEX. * Outstanding communication and ...

Ht Visions

VFX Artist

Houston, TX

$150K - $165K/yr

We are seeking an experienced and highly creative VFX Artist to produce high-quality visual effects ... Maya, Houdini, Nuke, After Effects, Cinema 4D • Experience with Unreal Engine preferred • ...

2K

Senior VFX Artist

Frisco, TX · Remote

Experience with Unreal and Houdini. * Experience with 3DS Max (or Maya), Substance Designer, and ... Demonstrable mastery of artistic concepts and common practices. * Knowledge of the limitations of ...

2K

Senior VFX Artist

Frisco, TX · On-site

Experience with Unreal and Houdini. * Experience with 3DS Max (or Maya), Substance Designer, and ... Demonstrable mastery of artistic concepts and common practices. * Knowledge of the limitations of ...

Rockstar Games

Artist: Environment

Andover, MA · On-site

$68K - $85K/yr

Rockstar is on the lookout for a talented Environment Artist with a passion for game development ... Experience with Houdini and a working knowledge of VEX. * Outstanding communication and ...

Studio Wildcard

Sr. VFX Artist

Bellevue, WA · On-site

Senior VFX Artist We're Studio Wildcard, developers of the smash indie hit ARK: Survival Evolved ... Houdini Knowledge * Scripting (Python, Vex, Mel, etc.) Required Application Materials: * Resume

Studio Wildcard

Sr. VFX Artist

Bellevue, WA

Senior VFX Artist _____ We're Studio Wildcard, developers of the smash indie hit ARK: Survival ... Houdini Knowledge * Scripting (Python, Vex, Mel, etc.) Required Application Materials: * Resume

Parallel Domain

Principal Technical Artist

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$144K - $173K/yr

Deliver tooling in Unreal Engine and Houdini that makes the content team measurably faster. We care less about the elegance of the tool and more about whether artists are using it next quarter to ...

Parallel Domain

Principal Technical Artist

Seattle, WA · Remote

$130K - $155K/yr

Deliver tooling in Unreal Engine and Houdini that makes the content team measurably faster. We care less about the elegance of the tool and more about whether artists are using it next quarter to ...

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As of Jul 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for houdini artist in the United States is $246,250.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,500.00 and $400,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Houdini Artist job?

A Houdini Artist is a visual effects (VFX) professional who specializes in using SideFX Houdini, a powerful 3D animation and simulation software. They create complex simulations such as fluid dynamics, smoke, fire, destruction, and procedural modeling for films, TV shows, and video games. Houdini Artists use node-based workflows to generate realistic effects and optimize asset creation. Their role often involves collaborating with other artists, technical directors, and production teams to achieve high-quality visuals efficiently.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Houdini Artist on a visual effects or animation team?

As a Houdini Artist, your daily responsibilities often involve designing and creating procedural assets and visual effects such as explosions, fluid simulations, or particle systems using Houdini software. You'll collaborate closely with other artists, technical directors, and supervisors to integrate your effects into shots and ensure consistency with the project’s visual style. Daily tasks may also include troubleshooting scene issues, optimizing simulations for render efficiency, and participating in team reviews or dailies. Being proactive in communication and problem-solving is essential, as creative feedback and technical challenges are a routine part of the workflow.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Houdini Artist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Houdini Artist, you need strong skills in 3D procedural modeling, animation, visual effects, and a deep understanding of computer graphics, usually backed by a relevant degree or professional experience. Expertise in using Houdini software, along with knowledge of scripting languages like Python or VEX, is critical; familiarity with other industry tools such as Maya or Unreal Engine can be beneficial. Creativity, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to communicate complex ideas effectively make someone stand out in this position. These skills and qualities are vital for producing high-quality, innovative visual effects that meet production goals and collaborate seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams.

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Infographic showing various Houdini Artist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 49% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $246,250 per year, or $118.4 per hour.

VFX Artist

Scattermesh

Herndon, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Job Summary

Scattermesh is expanding its team and we are looking to hire experienced VFX Artists to work across client projects on a full time basis in Herndon, VA. This role requires a skilled artist with experience realizing complex pre-rendered fluid body and rigid body dynamic simulations to a photo real deliverable. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of the physics and 3D model preparation that goes into creating believable simulations and has experience in Houdini, EmberGen, LiquiGen and/or other similar tools. If your portfolio/demo reel showcases your ability and knowledge of the physics, mathematics, and artistry that goes into a photorealistic render of these complex systems we look forward to your application.

 

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Make Cool Stuff - Create photo-realistic render sequences of 3D effects including a variety of subject matter; waves, smoke, explosions, fire, etc.
  • Collaborate - Work closely with our 3D artists and compositing team to deliver high impact vfx comps
  • Development of templates or scripts to enhance the VFX pipeline

Qualifications and Skills

  • 10+ years experience in a professional setting creating dynamic effects and simulations for photo-realistic cinematics
  • High level of expertise in Houdini
  • Knowledge of EmberGen, LiquiGen, and/or similar tools is a plus
  • Knowledge of scripting custom tools and automation is a plus
  • Strong sense of color, space, light, motion, materials and physical interactions
  • Communicate effectively with team members across departments
  • Strong problem solving and research skills
  • Strong foundational knowledge of the physics and mathematics as they are applied in physically based simulations
  • Understanding of 3D rendering

Benefits and Perks

Scattermesh is as obsessed about our employees as our customers. We want to provide great benefits and perks so you can focus on making an impact. We recognize that industry is moving away from better benefits so we have decided to do our part to start reversing the trend. Join us in our quest to disrupt, transform and innovate.

 

Benefits

  • Competitive Market Leading Pay 
  • 25-30 days - Paid Time Off (PTO) / Holiday
  • 100% Company paid medical/dental/vision/plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401(k) Matching with no cliff vest

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