Description Position at DNEG

The FX Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of FX Artists and managing the day-to-day production needs. They will supervise the FX team in the technical and artistic aspects of the visual effects production to ensure the highest-quality photorealistic simulations of FX are produced. You will be working closely with Producer, VFX Supervisor, Head of FX and other departmental supervisors.

 Must Have

Must have a minimum of 10 years as FX TD and previous experience as an FX SupervisorExtensive knowledge of HoudiniProven experience in producing effects such as smoke, fire, clouds, water, steam and explosions, plus

experience with particle and voxel based rendering

An eye for details, good sense of timing, and thorough understanding of techniques and technologies

relating to physical simulation in computer graphics

Familiarity with pipeline issues and problem solvingExperienced in project management, balancing quality with time constraintsHigh level feature film experience in live action VFX FilmsGood experience in leading and training teams of FX ArtistsExcellent in artistic and technical skillsAble to provide artistic and technical solutions to Effects Team

Nice to Have

Knowledge of Python, Hscript or Mel knowledgeExperience in live action FX work preferredMaya and/or equivalent 3D software knowledge

About You

Organised, pro-active and a self-starterA team player and clear communicator, and a keenness for collaborationA team leader, approachable and personable, with strong motivational qualitiesAdaptable and with a willingness to learn new skills and techniques – including proprietary softwareCalm under pressure and committed to meet production deadlinesA positive, can-do attitude​

About Us
We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).