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Job Summary
Please note: We do not have an open position at the moment but this posting allows you if you wish to express your interest in future opportunities.
The FX Supervisor is responsible for the artistic vision technical rigor and overall performance of their department on a given project. They ensure the consistency of visual effects (smoke fire particles destructions fluids abstract effects) ensuring their seamless integration into the CG pipeline. A committed leader they guide FX artists support VFX supervision collaborate with CG comp and production teams and participate in strategic project parallel in collaboration with the Head of FX Department they actively contribute to pipeline development method optimization and knowledge transfer.
Key Responsibilities:
Creative Quality
- Translate the artistic vision of the project into concrete directives for FX artists.
- Participate in dailies and guide the team in executing shots with high creative value.
- Validate delivered effects based on the clients visual intentions and shot constraints.
- Collaborate with VFX and CG supervisors to ensure consistent aesthetic continuity.
- Intervene personally on the most complex shots if necessary.
Technical Quality
- Define the technical standards to be met for all delivered effects.
- Propose or validate the tools templates or methods to be used for the show.
- Document project best practices support artists in case of technical blocking.
- Identify recurring problems and collaborate with the pipeline team to resolve them.
- Ensure the optimization of caches workfiles and setups produced by the team.
Leadership & Communication
- Supervise motivate and support FX artists with rigor and kindness.
- Lead FX turnovers technical meetings and follow-up sessions with clarity.
- Delegate shots strategically according to the artists level and specialty.
- Maintain a healthy respectful and conducive work environment for collective performance.
- Report critical issues to supervision or the department without delay.
- In close collaboration with the Head of FX Department participate in the improvement of the FX department with experience gained through projects.
Project Management
- Evaluate workload with production anticipate staffing needs.
- Participate in FX casting and recommend the right profiles based on the shots to be delivered.
- Assist in defining time estimates and prioritizing sequences.
- Closely monitor project progress ensuring deliverables are met on time.
- Support production in strategic submissions or validations if required.
Workflow Strategies
- Design FX methodologies adapted to the projects style budget and schedule.
- Detect inefficiencies in processes and recommend adjustments.
- Participate in the development or implementation of innovative tools for the team.
- Contribute to the overall pipeline consistency between FX CG and comp departments.
- Share project learnings in post-mortem and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Qualifications :
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in visual effects in a VFX environment.
- Confirmed experience in team supervision or project management.
- Advanced proficiency in Houdini (Pyro Flip RBD Vellum SOPs).
- Functional knowledge of Nuke Arnold Karma and Python scripting.
- Good command of USD and Solaris.
- Good command of Flow Production Tracking and a keen understanding of the VFX pipeline.
- Strong artistic and technical skills ability to arbitrate quickly.
- Positive leadership strategic mind composure and clarity in communication.
- Assets: FX tool development participation in pipeline innovation initiatives client presentations.
Additional Information :
- Proven experience as a FX supervisor.
- Must be based in Montreal.
- Canadian citizenship permanent residency or open work permit is required.
- Availability to work on-site at the studio 3 days a week.
Diversity : At Rodeo FX diversity is a core value. Were committed to creating an inclusive equitable workplace where different perspectives are embraced. Every team member brings unique insight that strengthens our creativity challenges our thinking and helps us deliver better work.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Photography
- Color Correction
- Shot List
- Adobe Photoshop
- Photo Shoots
- Youtube
- Camera Movement
- Cinematography
- Audio Equipment
- B-roll
- Camera Operation
- Final Cut Pro
- Digital Media
- Video production
- Web Series
About Company
Qui sommes nous? Élue à plusieurs reprises l'un des meilleurs employeurs de Montréal et récipient du prix Mercuriades 2022 pour Employeur de l'année - Grande Entreprise, Rodeo FX est une compagnie créative haut de gamme de plus de 15 ans offrant des services d'effets visuels, danimat ... View more
