HOUDINI FX Generalist


Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a highly creative FX Generalist to join our studio based in Sheffield. The candidate for this position needs to demonstrate their ability in a range of different parts of animation production.

The role will primarily focus on FX, covering RBD, Soft-bodies, Pyro, FLIP, and cloth in side Houdini. The ability to create art directable, reusable setups is a must. As a generalist candidates will also need to display knowledge of modelling and texturing assets. The ability to perform rigging inside of Maya is a strong plus point.

The candidate would be primarily working on cartoon stylised pieces similar to those in Lunar Animation’s portfolio. A portfolio demonstrating similar styles is a strong plus point.

It is important that we receive a link to your portfolio demonstrating ability.

The role is full-time and we are looking for candidates that can take on responsibility, stick to deadlines and have a passion for creating their best work every day.

Responsibilities:

  • Create assets that are suitable technically and artistically

  • Accurately Integrating FXs into the pipeline

  • Creating a variety of FXs

  • Ensure all work meets set specifications for the project

  • Managing feedback and technical challenges

  • Clearly and regularly communicating with production management

  • Working with department lead to improve tools and processes to increase department productivity


Skills & Requirements

You must have:

  • Examples FXs work, RBD, Soft-bodies, Pyro, FLIP, and Cloth. Inside Houdini

  • Knowledge of Maya

  • Ability to light and render FX passes ready for composting, VRay experience a plus

  • Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team

  • Ability to adapt to new processes and pipelines

We'd also ideally like you to have:

  • Rigging skills a plus

  • Understanding of Nuke and the composting pipeline

  • Python scripting


How to Apply

Please apply through our online application form by clicking the button at the bottom of the page.. We would like to receive a CV, link to your portfolio and cover-letter outlining how you meet the required skills, to be considered for the role. If we decide to move forward with your application, a Lunar Animation representative will contact you to discuss the next stage in the process.


About the Company

Lunar Animation was founded in 2014, by a team of highly experienced Artists, Animators and Generalists. It is now an award winning international studio, working with partners around the globe. Some of their work has accrued more than 250 million views on Youtube to date and been featured in the Autodesk and Chaos Group reels.

Our work is heavily focussed around the video game sector, making cinematics and commercials. We also create short form online entertainment, TV promos and are involved in developing our own groundbreaking attraction content for theme parks around the world. Our strive to produce the best possible quality along with our attention to detail, results in content that always exceeds our clients expectations.

What we offer

We’re situated in an old steel mill in the heart of Kelham Island; a super cool and vibrant upcoming part of sheffield, so much so we made a video to showcase what it’s like to be based here.

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We’re a 10 minute walk into the centre of town, 30 seconds from the tram route which links to the train station, giving easy access to Leeds, Manchester and the Midlands.


We have a beautiful office environment that you’ll get to make your home. We supply a host of free hot and cold drinks to keep you refreshed when working, along with a weekly supply of fresh fruit. We have a relaxing and calm environment that will allow you to do your best work.


We love being based in Sheffield. As a City it has everything you could wish for, from theatres, galleries, restaurants, live music, shopping facilities and plenty of open green spaces. With the Peak District National Park a few minutes away there’s little Sheffield doesn't have to offer.


Additional Information

  • Relocation assistance is offered