FX Artist

FX Artist Black Kite is an independent creative studio offering world class visual effects and design. We are a talent first technology inspired studio. Our community is home to a collective of world-class talent. A group of artists, creators, designers, producers and technologists that have come together to make exceptional artistic visual content. What is IMPORTANT to US We are going to try new things and break some rules. Our ethos is to build a creative community which has our people and our culture at its heart. We are a community born of the belief that great work should be accessible to all who seek it. We believe in a community where people can develop and succeed, we believe in creating a sustainable studio model where we look after our people and inspire them to create the extraordinary. We believe in taking good care of the environment. We are people who insist on living and working well. We don't just say it, we’re doing it! The BLACK KITE CULTURE We are creating a team of world-class talent, working with the best creative clients and building an exciting future for everyone who is part of the Black Kite adventure. We are a studio which has our people and our culture at its heart. We are proud of our people, our work and our space. We are committed to developing a sustainable creative community. We want to create an environment where trying new things is not only possible, but exciting and different. Our purpose is to make brilliant creative work that engages audiences and lives long in the memory. We love what we do, so we want to have fun while we’re doing it. The FX Artist ROLE at BLACK KITE As an FX Artist at Black Kite, you will work across a wide variety of high end VFX projects. You will create all sort of realistic phenomena such as smoke, fire, fluids, clouds, explosions and debris and crowds. You'll also have the opportunity to work on more stylised, design led projects, creating stunning images using a wide variety of simulation and procedurally driven techniques. You will have the opportunity to apply your broader TD & generalist skills on projects too. RESPONSIBILITIES Creating photo-real and stylised fluid, particle, rigid-body, cloth, fur and crowd simulations. Create & support FX setups and tools Designing and developing innovative and creative technical solutions to create FX. Troubleshoot your scenes, scenes, renders and the pipeline as necessary Working effectively with other artists in a creative, collaborative team Technically and creatively promote and maintain consistent shot quality and desired look Deliver projects that look visually outstanding on time and on budget. Inspire a culture of creative innovation. Lighting and rendering of your FX work for integration into VFX or full-CG shots and sequences. ABOUT YOU Experience creating photo-real and stylised FX for VFX projects, ideally in Advertising. Excellent knowledge of Houdini, Arnold and Mantra. You have a thorough understanding of techniques and technologies related to FX and the wider VFX pipeline. You are keen to use your wider TD & generalist skills. You have a critical eye and a can-do problem-solving attitude You have a keen eye for quality control and visual style You are an excellent communicator You are an excellent team player You have good working knowledge of nuke for creating pre-comps You always strive to produce outstanding visual results Why US? We want you to grow with us and help us create a sustainable future for everyone who is part of the Black Kite family. We believe in talent, creativity and innovation. We believe that Creativity is the differentiator, it sits at the very heart of everything we do and the reason why Black Kite was born. We back ourselves to grow and be the best, to always improve, but never lose sight of our values and principles. We care about our people. At Black kite we look out for each other and believe in doing things the right way. We place importance on a code of shared ethics and treating people fairly and with respect. We are committed to supporting you and your ongoing career development. We will work closely with you to establish your personal progression plan. You are never on your own. We believe in the power of teamwork and togetherness to achieve the extraordinary – Once a Kite always a Kite. We are big on ambition. We are excited about the future. Black Kite Studios are committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all aspects of recruitment and employment regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, gender identity or disability (whether registered as disabled or not). If you would like to know more on how we approach equal opportunities, please let us know. Department CG Locations London Remote status Hybrid