Animation Internship Hybrid

CFX Artist

CFX Artist at Flying Bark Productions

Job Overview

  • Create character FX and simulations for animated feature films and series
  • Work closely with VFX Supervisors and Leads to develop final shot quality
  • Support cloth, hair, muscle, rigid body, and crowd simulations
  • Add secondary motion and simulation detail to character animation
  • Collaborate within a fast-paced animation production pipeline

Responsibilities

  • Run character-related FX and simulations including cloth, hair, muscles, rigid body, and crowd systems
  • Use Maya and nCloth for cloth simulation and character FX workflows
  • Collaborate with VFX Supervisors and Leads to solve technical and creative effects challenges
  • Develop and refine final effects looks during shot development
  • Run simulations for shot production while troubleshooting technical issues
  • Implement revisions based on supervisor and client feedback
  • Clean and optimize existing character-related simulations
  • Add secondary motion to animated assets where required
  • Create additional simulations for geometry hair clumps, feathers, and other assets
  • Support animation timing, pipeline workflows, and department interdependencies
  • Maintain productivity while delivering high-quality work within deadlines

Qualifications

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Advanced knowledge of Maya and nCloth workflows
  • Experience with character FX and simulation production pipelines
  • Experience scripting or programming using Python, MEL, and/or C++
  • Understanding of animation principles, timing, and simulation workflows
  • Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical simulation challenges
  • Strong understanding of production deadlines and shot delivery requirements
  • Experience working in animation or VFX production environments
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with supervisors, leads, and artists

Preferred Skills & Benefits

  • Experience with Houdini is highly preferred
  • Opportunity to work on globally recognized animated productions
  • Hybrid work flexibility with work-from-home options
  • Industry-leading animation studio facilities including cinema, Zen Garden, games room, and modern production workspaces
  • Daily breakfast provided by the studio
  • Movie nights, wrap parties, and studio social events
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
  • Mental health support and counselling through Support Act
  • Pet-friendly studio environment

Flying Bark Productions is looking for a talented CFX Artist with strong simulation, Maya, and technical problem-solving skills to help create world-class animated feature films and television productions.

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