Sherman Oaks, CA · On-site
CoSA VFX has immediate opportunities for California based FX Artists. CoSA is a fully remote studio ... range of FX in Houdini, including fire, smoke, fluids, electricity, explosions, supernatural ...
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Sherman Oaks, CA · On-site
CoSA VFX has immediate opportunities for California based FX Artists. CoSA is a fully remote studio ... range of FX in Houdini, including fire, smoke, fluids, electricity, explosions, supernatural ...
New
Sherman Oaks, CA · On-site
CoSA VFX has immediate opportunities for California based FX Artists. CoSA is a fully remote studio ... range of FX in Houdini, including fire, smoke, fluids, electricity, explosions, supernatural ...
New
Quick apply
Sherman Oaks, CA · On-site
CoSA VFX has immediate opportunities for California based FX Artists. CoSA is a fully remote studio ... range of FX in Houdini, including fire, smoke, fluids, electricity, explosions, supernatural ...
New
The FX Artist will help bring all forms of real-time FX to life and push the visual development of ... Ability to use traditional visual effects software such as Maya, Max, Photoshop, Houdini, etc ...
The FX Artist will help bring all forms of real-time FX to life and push the visual development of ... Ability to use traditional visual effects software such as Maya, Max, Photoshop, Houdini, etc ...
The FX Artist will help bring all forms of real-time FX to life and push the visual development of ... Ability to use traditional visual effects software such as Maya, Max, Photoshop, Houdini, etc ...
The FX Artist will help bring all forms of real-time FX to life and push the visual development of ... Ability to use traditional visual effects software such as Maya, Max, Photoshop, Houdini, etc ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$125 - $150/hr
Houdini Mastery: Design and author complex Houdini‑based setups for simulations. These templates must be robust, scalable, and intuitive for execution. * Stylized Innovation: Experiment with ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$125 - $150/hr
Houdini Mastery: Design and author complex Houdini‑based setups for simulations. These templates must be robust, scalable, and intuitive for execution. * Stylized Innovation: Experiment with ...
Cary, NC · On-site
$117K - $140K/yr
You'll own FX systems, solve hard technical problems, and set the visual and technical standard for ... Houdini experience is a plus for candidates who work from simulation reference EPIC JOB + EPIC ...
Cary, NC · On-site
$117K - $140K/yr
You'll own FX systems, solve hard technical problems, and set the visual and technical standard for ... Houdini experience is a plus for candidates who work from simulation reference EPIC JOB + EPIC ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$47.01/hr
Working alongside our growing team of artists, this role will specifically support experienced CG ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$47.01/hr
Working alongside our growing team of artists, this role will specifically support experienced CG ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$47.01/hr
Working alongside our growing team of artists, this role will specifically support experienced CG ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$47.01/hr
Working alongside our growing team of artists, this role will specifically support experienced CG ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
Working alongside our growing team of artists, this role will specifically support experienced CG ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
Working alongside our growing team of artists, this role will specifically support experienced CG ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
Los Gatos, CA · On-site
$47.01/hr
Support CG artists in the creation of shot-ready assets (e.g., characters, props, environments) using a combination of generative tools and traditional DCCs (Photoshop, Maya, Houdini, Harmony ...
Los Gatos, CA · On-site
$47.01/hr
Support CG artists in the creation of shot-ready assets (e.g., characters, props, environments) using a combination of generative tools and traditional DCCs (Photoshop, Maya, Houdini, Harmony ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
VFX Artist -- Practical FX & Gore Specialist This is a Contracted position in the field of Film ... Houdini * Blender About Apparatus Effects, Inc. Boutique visual effects company in Los Angeles ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
VFX Artist -- Practical FX & Gore Specialist This is a Contracted position in the field of Film ... Houdini * Blender About Apparatus Effects, Inc. Boutique visual effects company in Los Angeles ...
Los Gatos, CA · On-site
$47.01/hr
Working alongside our growing team of artists, this role will specifically support experienced CG ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
Los Gatos, CA · On-site
$47.01/hr
Working alongside our growing team of artists, this role will specifically support experienced CG ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$47.01/hr
Support CG artists in the creation of shot-ready assets (e.g., characters, props, environments) using a combination of generative tools and traditional DCCs (Photoshop, Maya, Houdini, Harmony ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$47.01/hr
Support CG artists in the creation of shot-ready assets (e.g., characters, props, environments) using a combination of generative tools and traditional DCCs (Photoshop, Maya, Houdini, Harmony ...
Working closely with artists, supervisors, and pipeline developers, you'll create intuitive ... Deep understanding of film production pipelines and how Houdini integrates with FX, animation ...
Working closely with artists, supervisors, and pipeline developers, you'll create intuitive ... Deep understanding of film production pipelines and how Houdini integrates with FX, animation ...
Artists on this team will help shape storytelling and visual aesthetics with creative leadership ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
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Artists on this team will help shape storytelling and visual aesthetics with creative leadership ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
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Los Gatos, CA · On-site
$62.74/hr
Artists on this team will help shape storytelling and visual aesthetics with creative leadership ... Houdini, Harmony, Blender, etc.). Build and fine-tune generative image and video models. Test and ...
Los Gatos, CA · On-site
$62.74/hr
Artists on this team will help shape storytelling and visual aesthetics with creative leadership ... Houdini, Harmony, Blender, etc.). Build and fine-tune generative image and video models. Test and ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$62.74/hr
Artists on this team will help shape storytelling and visual aesthetics with creative leadership ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$62.74/hr
Artists on this team will help shape storytelling and visual aesthetics with creative leadership ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$62.74/hr
Artists on this team will help shape storytelling and visual aesthetics with creative leadership ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$62.74/hr
Artists on this team will help shape storytelling and visual aesthetics with creative leadership ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$62.74/hr
Artists on this team will help shape storytelling and visual aesthetics with creative leadership ... Houdini, Harmony, Blender, etc.). Build and fine-tune generative image and video models. Test and ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$62.74/hr
Artists on this team will help shape storytelling and visual aesthetics with creative leadership ... Houdini, Harmony, Blender, etc.). Build and fine-tune generative image and video models. Test and ...
$62.74/hr
Artists on this team will help shape storytelling and visual aesthetics with creative leadership ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
$62.74/hr
Artists on this team will help shape storytelling and visual aesthetics with creative leadership ... Experience with ComfyUI and traditional CG 2D and/or 3D DCCs such as Photoshop, Maya, Houdini ...
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A Houdini FX Artist is responsible for creating high-quality visual effects (VFX) using SideFX Houdini, a procedural 3D software. They design and simulate effects such as explosions, fire, smoke, water, destruction, and magic for films, games, and commercials. Their role involves collaborating with other departments, problem-solving technical challenges, and optimizing simulations for efficiency. Strong knowledge of physics, procedural workflows, and scripting (such as VEX or Python) is essential.
A typical day for a Houdini Fx Artist involves creating and iterating on visual effects such as fire, smoke, destruction, or fluid simulations based on project requirements. You'll participate in team meetings to discuss creative direction, receive feedback from supervisors, and collaborate closely with other departments like lighting, compositing, and animation. Daily tasks include troubleshooting technical challenges, optimizing simulations for performance, and ensuring assets fit seamlessly into the final shots. Effective communication and adaptability are crucial, as priorities can shift rapidly depending on production needs.
A Houdini Fx Artist requires strong proficiency in procedural modeling, simulation, and a deep understanding of visual effects principles, usually backed by a degree in animation, VFX, or a related field. Expertise with SideFX Houdini, familiarity with rendering engines like Mantra or Redshift, and knowledge of compositing tools such as Nuke are highly valuable, and certifications in these platforms are advantageous. Creativity, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are critical soft skills for collaborating with directors, supervisors, and other artists. Mastery in these areas allows Houdini Fx Artists to deliver high-quality, visually compelling effects that align with production goals and timelines.
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CoSA VFX has immediate opportunities for California based FX Artists. CoSA is a fully remote studio with locations across North America.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
·Collaborate with VFX, CG, and department supervisors to deliver FX that meet creative vision, technical requirements, and production deadlines.
·Create a wide range of FX in Houdini, including fire, smoke, fluids, electricity, explosions, supernatural/magical effects, and large-scale destruction.
·Develop and refine procedural FX setups that are efficient, scalable, and adaptable by other artists
·Work from scratch or enhance existing setups, optimizing for performance, caching, and rendering
·Maintain consistency with established art styles while adapting to the creative needs of individual projects
·Participate in reviews and critiques, providing solutions to enhance quality and efficiency
·Research and collect reference material to guide look development
·Troubleshoot and resolve technical and artistic challenges, collaborating across departments for seamless integration of FX into shots
REQUIREMENTS:
·4+ years of professional experience in film, streaming episodic, cinematics, or high-end commercials
·Proven experience producing FX such as smoke, fire, clouds, water, steam, magical effects, and destruction
·Strong understanding of simulation techniques, procedural workflows, and FX optimization
·Proficiency with one or more industry-standard renderers (e.g., Karma XPU, Redshift, V-Ray, Mantra)
·Working knowledge of production tracking tools such as Ftrack, ShotGrid, or equivalent
·Ability to adapt to various art styles and quickly learn new tools and pipelines
·Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines
PREFERRED SKILLS:
·Python and HOM scripting; VEX experience a plus
·Procedural shader creation and USD-based FX workflows
· X concept art skills for pitches and look development
·Compositing experience in Nuke
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Arts, entertainment, and recreation
51 - 200 Employees
Los Angeles, CA, US
2009
