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Lead fx artist

Brisbane
Cosmic Dino Studio
Artist
Posted: 4 February
Offer description

We are looking for an experienced Lead FX Artist to drive the creation of high-quality visual effects for animated content. In this role, you'll balance hands-on FX work with leadership, helping define workflows, mentor artists, and collaborate closely with animation, lighting, and compositing teams to deliver stunning, story-driven effects.

Responsibilities

* Lead the FX team in creating high-quality simulations
* Establish and maintain FX workflows, tools, and best practices
* Partner with supervisors and production to scope FX work and set quality benchmarks
* Mentor and support junior and mid-level FX artists through reviews and feedback
* Troubleshoot technical and artistic challenges efficiently
* Collaborate with animation, lighting, shading, and compositing to ensure seamless integration
* Contribute hands-on FX work to key shots and sequences
* Help maintain schedules and ensure FX delivery meets deadlines and creative goals

Required Qualifications

* 6+ years of professional experience as an FX Artist in animation, VFX, or feature film
* 1–2+ years of experience in a lead or senior role
* Strong proficiency in Houdini (required)
* Solid understanding of physics-based simulations and procedural workflows
* Experience working in a production pipeline for animated features, series, or high-end VFX
* Strong artistic eye for motion, scale, timing, and realism
* Excellent communication and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

* Scripting experience (Python, VEX, or similar)
* Familiarity with rendering pipelines and FX optimisation
* Prior experience shipping animated features or series
* Experience collaborating across multiple departments in a studio environment

What We Offer

* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Creative, collaborative studio culture
* Opportunity to shape the visual language of high-profile animated projects
* Career growth and leadership development
* Flexible work arrangements (where applicable)

Apply Now:

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 – $119,284.60 per year

Work Location: In person

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