FX Artist (Senior Level - Expression of Interest)

Luma Pictures Los Angeles is looking for Senior level FX Artists.

All positions are Work From Home role.

PLEASE NOTE:

Candidates must be located within California, and have the legal right to work in the US to be considered only.

You Can

• Work autonomously to create realistic, directable simulations of any real world phenomena based on reference and brief
• Autonomously develop directable, subjective (“magical”) effects based on concept art or brief
• Improvise and work efficiently within the confines of available resources, show structure, and schedule as defined by Production Management
• Take on a leadership role within the department by setting the bar for quality, providing guidance, and being a role model
• Create well-organized tools, scripts, and set-ups to facilitate efficient or automated workflows that can be used by other members of the crew 
• Multitask and work productively in a high-pressure environment
• Troubleshoot and solve problems proactively and resourcefully
• Take direction well and implement feedback with a positive attitude
• Interpret and transform abstract ideas into compelling effects
• Use VEX and/or Python with high level proficiency to script custom tools and workflows
• Collaborate effectively with fellow artists from other disciplines to meet challenging production deadlines

You Have

• An ambitious desire for self growth, ownership, and collaboration
• Expert level proficiency with Houdini
• Intermediate level proficiency with Nuke
• Advanced understanding of the mathematical and physical concepts related to Computer Graphics
• Excellent communication skills
• A strong aesthetic eye for effects performance as it relates to storytelling
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• A solid work ethic and and a positive mindset
• A team player mentality with a ‘get it done’ solutions orientated attitude
• A minimum of five years of experience as an FX artist in a VFX Production environment
• A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• A diverse range of experience in live action FX work demonstrable in a professionally presented demo reel




Come as you are.  Luma is a committed equal opportunity employer