CFX Lead

Flying Bark Productions is a dynamic and innovative animation studio dedicated to pushing the boundaries of character animation and storytelling. We are working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Ghostbusters animated series and Stranger Things animated series as well as upcoming feature film, Zac Power.

About the role:

• Run character related FX and simulations including but not limited to cloth, hair, rigid body, crowd, or muscles, in particular using nCloth in Maya and Vellum in Houdini for cloth sim
• Work closely with VFX Supervisors and Leads to determine the best approach to solve effects challenges and develop final look in shot development
• Running simulations for shot production; troubleshooting and providing revisions based on Supervisor/Lead feedback
• Shot sculpting and/or cleaning existing character related simulations
• Adding secondary motion to 3D animation where needed
• Adding further simulation on other assets such as geometry hair clumps, muscle, feathers etc. if required
• Support pipeline animation principles, timing and departmental interdependencies
• Maintain a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work.

About you:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Up to date and in-depth knowledge of Maya and Houdini
• Experience programming/scripting with Python, MEL, VEX and/or C++
• Ability to develop techniques and processes to solve simulation production challenges.

What do we do?
Flying Bark Productions is a renowned independent producer of family-focused animation entertainment. For over 50 years, our 2D and 3D production facility has created award-winning feature films and TV series.

Why work with us?

• We work on some pretty cool projects - check out our website: https://www.flyingbark.com.au/
• We have an industry leading studio space in Alexandria, complete with a cinema, quiet room, Zen Garden, games room, and state of the art animation facilities.
• We have cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a culture club dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar!
• The Barkers have big hearts too, with our Paws for a Cause fundraising arm raising much needed funds for charities such as Beyond Blue, RSPCA and the Cancer Council.
• We love dogs and you will often see some of our regular fluffy companions in the studio.
• Career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible.
• Our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced - everyone is welcome and celebrated!
• You'll have access to mental health resources and free counselling via our Employee Assistance Provider, Support Act.

Perks & Benefits:

• We have a hybrid approach to work with flexible work from home days on offer.
• Enjoy holistic wellbeing support through discounted health insurance with Bupa, financial wellbeing initiatives from our superannuation partner Media Super, and access to staff qualified in Mental Health First Aid.
  Breakfast is served daily - on us!
• Flare Benefits Platform: Access to exclusive discounts, cashback, and premium deals at hundreds of major Australian retailers to help your pay go further.
• Health Insurance Discounts: Compare and save on private health cover with potential savings of up to $300.
• Novated Leasing (Flare Cars): Eligible employees can save an average of $10,000/year on car ownership through novated leasing.
• Available to permanent employees and fixed-term contractors on contracts of 12 months or more.

Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.