Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time. Are you a Character FX Artist with a strong creative drive to produce high-quality effects for animated features? We are seeking talented Character FX Artists to join our team in Vancouver or Sydney. What you’ll get to do: + Create hair, cloth, and fur simulation setups. + Design procedural creature simulation rigs in Houdini following department standards and workflows. + Collaborate closely with other departments to create realistic and stylized character effects. + Be part of a dynamic team of passionate CFX artists dedicated to delivering high-quality work + Incorporate feedback from supervisors and directors to refine and improve work. + Take part in internal training to boost CFX skills. What You Bring + Experience with software such as Houdini, Maya or similar 3D animation and effects tools. Preferred Houdini Vellum experience. + Understanding of physics-based simulations for hair, cloth, muscle, feathers and other character-related effects. + Strong sense of timing, weight, and motion in creating realistic effects. + Ability to create both realistic and stylized effects as per project requirements. + Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members. + Ability to articulate ideas and technical information clearly. + Keen eye for detail to ensure high-quality effects that enhance the storytelling. + Flexibility to adapt to different styles and techniques as required by various projects. + Stay current with industry trends and advancements in character effects technology. + Experience in a similar role within the film, gaming, or animation industry. + Knowledge of scripting languages like VEX or Python for tool development and automation is a bonus. What you’ll need to include on your application: + A portfolio showcasing a range of character effects work. If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, then we want to hear from you! Inclusion (https://about.netflix.com/en/inclusion) is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner. We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service. Job is open for no less than 7 days and will be removed when the position is filled.