Freelance FX Artist

Rodeo FX

Freelance FX Artist creating photorealistic effects for film and advertising at Rodeo FX. Collaborating in the 3D pipeline to deliver dynamic and technically solid visual content.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates mastery in producing complex visual effects using Houdini, with a strong focus on quality control, collaboration, and effective communication. Capable of adapting effects to narrative needs while maintaining technical standards and optimizing workflows.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Houdini MasteryFX Production ExperienceCompositing Knowledge (Nuke)Rendering Knowledge (Arnold, Karma)Python or VEX Scripting

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Hard Skills

HoudiniPyroFlipRBDVellumSOPsCompositingRenderingUSDSolaris

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailAutonomyTeam SpiritRigorOpenness to Feedback

Tools & Technologies

NukeArnoldKarmaFlow Production Tracking

Industry Keywords

Visual EffectsFXSimulationQuality ControlTechnical Conventions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Mastery of his craft
Produce complex simulations (smoke, fire, explosions, liquids, destruction, magical or abstract effects) while respecting artistic and technical guidelines
Use Houdini effectively (Pyro, Flip, RBD, Vellum, SOPs) to generate optimized and adaptable effects
Maintain a high level of autonomy in the management of assigned FX tasks, from initial setup to final rendering
Ensure rigorous quality control of its files, caches and workfiles before any submission
Propose simple, effective artistic solutions aligned with the vision of the project
Actively participate in dailies and integrate feedback constructively
Adapt the effects to the narrative needs, visual style and pace of the scene
Improve shooting by adding creative value to simulations
Ensure cache optimization, setup stability and compliance with internal technical conventions
Quickly identify technical problems and provide functional solutions
Collaborate with the Pipeline team to integrate or test new tools as needed by the project
Check the compatibility of effects with other departments (layout, lighting, comp)
Provide realistic estimates, communicate quickly if there are difficulties or risks of delay, and collaborate with production to adjust priorities if necessary
Maintain a fluid and respectful exchange with production, leads and artists from other disciplines
Communicate clearly about issues, deadlines, needs or technical limitations
Actively participate in turnovers, briefings or progress monitoring with the project team
Stay up to date with the latest practices, techniques and references in visual effects
Share your knowledge, tools or techniques with your colleagues
Participate in documenting or improving the working methods of the FX department
Welcome feedback with openness with a view to continuous progress

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous experience in FX in a VFX studio (10 years minimum recommended)
Excellent command of Houdini (Pyro, Flip, RBD, Vellum, SOPs)
Basic knowledge of compositing (Nuke) and rendering (Arnold and Karma)
Knowledge of USD and Solaris
Good sense of movement, physics and visual rhythm
Rigor, autonomy, attention to detail, team spirit
Asset: knowledge of Flow Production Tracking, experience in developing Houdini tools, Python or VEX scripts.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate start date
Multiple positions
Temporary contracts of varying lengths
Diversity: At Rodeo FX, diversity is a core value. We’re committed to creating an inclusive, equitable workplace where different perspectives are embraced.