CFX Artist
Core
Run character FX and simulations (cloth, hair, rigid body, crowd, muscles) for 3D animation, adding secondary motion and troubleshooting simulations for final shots.
Role type
Senior IC CFX Artist (Character FX/Simulation)
Builds
Character FX simulations and secondary motion for animated feature films and TV series
Domain
Animation / 3D Character Simulation
Required skills
Maya, nCloth, Python, MEL, C++, 3D animation principles, simulation troubleshooting
Preferred skills
Houdini, rigging production techniques
Technologies
Maya, nCloth, Python, MEL, C++, Houdini
Responsibilities
Run character FX and simulations (cloth, hair, rigid body, crowd, muscles); troubleshoot and revise simulations based on feedback; add secondary motion to 3D animation; model or clean character simulations; support pipeline animation principles and departmental interdependencies.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC