fx lead 3D

Job Title: 3D FX Lead
Department: 3D FX/VFX
Location: Hyderabad

Job Summary

The 3D FX Lead is responsible for leading the creation and delivery of high-quality visual effects for animation, film, television, gaming, and digital media projects. The role involves managing a team of FX artists, developing complex simulations, ensuring technical and artistic excellence, and collaborating with cross-functional departments to achieve project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of FX artists, providing technical guidance and mentoring.
• Create and oversee high-quality simulations such as:
  • Fire, smoke, explosions
  • Water and fluid effects
  • Dust, debris, and destruction effects
  • Cloth, hair, and particle systems
• Work closely with CG Supervisors, Art Directors, and Production teams to understand project requirements.
• Review FX shots and ensure they meet artistic and technical standards.
• Develop efficient workflows, tools, and pipelines to improve productivity.
• Troubleshoot simulation and rendering issues and implement solutions.
• Allocate tasks, monitor progress, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
• Conduct quality checks and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Collaborate with look development, lighting, compositing, and animation teams.
• Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in VFX and simulation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Animation, Visual Effects, Computer Graphics, Multimedia, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in visual effects, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Expertise in software such as:
  • Houdini (mandatory/preferred)
  • Maya
  • Unreal Engine
• Strong understanding of physics-based simulations and procedural workflows.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of rendering pipelines and optimization techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working on feature films, TV series, gaming, or commercial projects.
• Knowledge of cloud rendering and pipeline automation.
• Ability to balance artistic vision with technical constraints.
• Strong project planning and team management abilities.

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