Houdini Fx Artist

**Houdini FX Artist Responsibilities**:
1. VFX Creation:

- Create a diverse range of visual effects using Houdini, including simulations, particle systems, fluid dynamics, cloth, and destruction.
- Design and implement realistic or stylized effects that align with project requirements and artistic vision.

2. Procedural Workflows:

- Develop procedural setups and workflows within Houdini to achieve dynamic and interactive effects.
- Utilize Houdini's node-based architecture to create flexible and adaptable effects systems.

3. Simulation and Dynamics:

- Generate realistic simulations for smoke, fire, water, explosions, and other dynamic elements.
- Fine-tune simulation parameters to achieve desired visual results and physical accuracy.

4. Particle Systems and Crowds:

- Design and control particle systems to create effects such as sparks, debris, rain, and more.
- Generate crowds and crowds simulations for scenes requiring large-scale character interactions.

5. Cloth and Hair Dynamics:

- Implement cloth simulations for garments, flags, and flexible objects.
- Create hair and fur simulations for characters and creatures, maintaining natural movement and behavior.

6. Lighting and Rendering:

- Set up lighting and shaders to enhance the visual quality of effects and seamlessly integrate them into scenes.
- Utilize render engines to produce high-quality images and sequences.

7. Collaboration and Communication:

- Collaborate closely with VFX supervisors, directors, and other artists to achieve project goals.
- Communicate effectively to ensure the artistic vision is realized through the effects work.

8. Quality Assurance:

- Review and iterate on effects to ensure visual quality, technical accuracy, and adherence to project requirements.

9. Problem Solving and Optimization:

- Identify technical challenges and find creative solutions to achieve desired effects within production constraints.
- Optimize effects for efficient rendering and playback.

10. Project Management:

- Manage tasks, prioritize work, and meet project deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
- Adapt to changes and revisions while maintaining visual consistency.

11. Continual Learning and Skill Enhancement:

- Stay updated with the latest Houdini techniques, tools, and industry trends in VFX production.
- Experiment with new approaches and push creative boundaries in effects creation.

**Qualifications and Skills**:

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Graphics, Animation, Visual Effects, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proficiency in Houdini software, including strong knowledge of its procedural and dynamic capabilities.
- Solid understanding of physics and dynamics principles.
- Experience with VFX render engines such as Mantra, Redshift, or Arnold.
- Strong artistic and creative sensibilities for designing compelling visual effects.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and teamwork abilities.
- Portfolio showcasing a diverse range of Houdini effects projects and skills.

Ability to Commute:

- Abu Dhabi (preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

- Abu Dhabi: Relocate before starting work (preferred)