CFX Artist at Skydance Animation
Company: Skydance Animation
Location: Madrid, Spain
Job Type: Full-Time / Hybrid
Salary: Not Disclosed
About the Company
Skydance Animation, part of Skydance Media, is a leading studio focused on delivering high-quality, story-driven entertainment across animation, film, and interactive platforms. The company fosters a collaborative and innovative environment where creativity and technology come together to push the boundaries of modern animation.
The studio encourages artists to explore new techniques, develop their skills, and contribute to groundbreaking productions in a supportive and inclusive workplace.
Job Overview
As a CFX Artist, you will be responsible for developing dynamic simulation rigs for characters, including cloth, hair, and skin systems. You will execute high-quality character FX work in production shots, ensuring realism and consistency while collaborating closely with the animation and technical teams.
Responsibilities
- Develop simulation rigs for hair, cloth, and character deformation (muscle, skin, fat).
- Create high-quality cloth, hair, and skin simulations for production shots.
- Produce geometry and groom correctives to enhance realism.
- Contribute to the development of departmental tools and workflows.
- Work within established production pipelines and technical frameworks.
- Stay updated with the latest artistic methodologies and simulation technologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency and quality.
- Follow guidance from Supervisors and Leads throughout production.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in VFX or animation industries.
- At least 1 year of experience in animation production.
- Strong proficiency in Houdini is required.
- Solid artistic and technical understanding of 3D animation and simulation.
- Experience with cloth, hair, and character FX systems.
- Familiarity with Marvelous Designer is a plus.
- Grooming experience is a plus.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Medium to high proficiency in English; Spanish is desirable.
Education
A degree or formal training in Animation, Computer Graphics, VFX, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work on high-end animated productions.
- Collaborative and innovation-driven work culture.
- Professional growth and skill development opportunities.
- Exposure to cutting-edge tools and technologies.
- Hybrid work model for better flexibility.