Visual Effects Artist (Internship)

Role overview

We are looking for a curious and motivated VFX Artist Intern to support the creation of visual effects for TV and Games projects. You will work with the VFX team on supervised shot tasks, tests, and technical support while learning how effects move from concept through final delivery. This internship is designed for someone building professional experience. You are not expected to know every tool or complete final shots independently on day one.

What you will do

• Assist with effects such as smoke, fire, water, dust, particles, debris, weather, magic, and other stylized or realistic elements.
• Create reference-based tests and simple simulations under the direction of a Production Director or senior artist.
• Support shot work by preparing scene files, caches, playblasts, previews, and basic render tests.
• Apply feedback from dailies and keep work organized through clear naming, versioning, and status updates.
• Check effects for timing, scale, composition, continuity, and interaction with characters or environments.
• Work with animation, lighting, compositing, and pipeline teams to solve basic production issues.
• Document useful findings and share progress or blockers early with the team.

What we are looking for

• A student, recent graduate, or self-taught artist with a portfolio or demo reel showing 3D, VFX, motion, or technical-art work.
• Basic understanding of timing, movement, scale, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Hands-on experience with at least one relevant 3D or VFX application.
• Willingness to learn, test ideas, take feedback, and explain your creative or technical choices.
• Good file organization, attention to detail, and clear communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively and meet agreed deadlines with support from the team.

Essential Skills

• Basic 3D workflow and scene navigation
• One DCC tool: Maya, Houdini, Blender, or similar
• Ability to present work through a reel or portfolio
• Interest in animated film or episodic production

What you will learn

• How a studio VFX pipeline moves from brief and reference to review, cache, render, and final shot.
• How to break an effect into manageable artistic and technical steps.
• How to respond to production feedback and prepare work for downstream departments.
• How professional teams organize files, versions, handoffs, and daily communication

Success in this internship

• By the end of the internship, a successful intern should be able to:
• Complete clearly scoped VFX tasks with decreasing supervision.
• Create effects that support the shot's story, style, and technical needs.
• Present progress clearly, apply feedback, and raise blockers in good time.
• Deliver organized files that another artist can understand and continue.

What we provide

• A named supervisor or mentor, regular feedback, and production-focused learning goals.
• Access to the software, files, and documentation required for assigned work.
• Exposure to team reviews and collaboration across departments.
• Internship allowance / benefits, if applicable.