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Effects Animator Wanted
at Mr. X Inc. in Toronto
Specializing in feature film visual effects and animation for international and local producers, Toronto based digital studio, Mr. X Inc. is comprised of a unique and gifted team of artists, filmmakers and programmers devoted to the art, craft and technology of visual story-telling.
We invite you to visit our website at www.mrxfx.com.
Mr. X is currently looking for an Effects Animator for a 6 week contract available to start immediately. Local candidates preferred.
Responsibilities:
• Working closely with VFX Supervisors to determine best approach to solve
effects challenges and develop final look
• Work with other TDs, art directors and designers to create believable effects
• Accurately interpret concept art and design from the Art Department
• Use and understand 3D lighting, effects and compositing tools, such as NUKE
• Provide input regarding tools and interfaces to improve throughput
• Producing a final overall look that far exceeds client expectations.
Qualifications:
• 3+ years feature film production experience working with Houdini –particle systems
• Experience with Renderman or Mantra a plus
• Ability to quickly master proprietary tools and development processes.
• Ability to design, self-direct, and organize your work.
• Strong communication skills.
• Candidate must be able to work within a team, exercising attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong demo reel/portfolio in realistic effects animation and lighting
• Computer Animation, Art, Engineering or related field
• Ability to perform visual and analytical problem-solving.
All interested applicants should email their resumes to recruiting@mrxfx.com with the subject reading “Effects Animator". Please include the address of your web portfolio in your resume or send your demo reel to:
Attention: Recruiting/Effects Artist
Mr. X Inc.
35 McCaul Street, Suite 100
Toronto, ON
M5T 1V7
Demo materials will not be returned. No phone calls please.
Published at 06-10-2009
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