Senior FX Technical Director Role
Location
montreal (administrative region), qc
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Other-General
Posted
June 08, 2026
Enhance cinematic storytelling as a Senior FX Technical Director. Specialize in designing intricate simulations for physical and magical effects using industry-standard tools including Houdini and Maya.
In this role, you will create and implement simulations for elements like clouds, smoke, and fire. Collaborate with multiple teams to ensure each shot meets visual excellence. You will also apply lighting and shaders effectively, with potential responsibilities for creating final renders of composites or effects elements.
Key Responsibilities:
• Produce realistic simulations of effects
• Apply lighting and shader techniques for visuals
• Work collaboratively across departments
• Design procedural methods to generate effects
• Generate reviewable composites for feedback and finalization
Requirements:
• Expertise with Houdini and/or Maya
• Previous experience in FX simulation and animation
• Familiarity with compositing software like Nuke
• Strong skill...
In this role, you will create and implement simulations for elements like clouds, smoke, and fire. Collaborate with multiple teams to ensure each shot meets visual excellence. You will also apply lighting and shaders effectively, with potential responsibilities for creating final renders of composites or effects elements.
Key Responsibilities:
• Produce realistic simulations of effects
• Apply lighting and shader techniques for visuals
• Work collaboratively across departments
• Design procedural methods to generate effects
• Generate reviewable composites for feedback and finalization
Requirements:
• Expertise with Houdini and/or Maya
• Previous experience in FX simulation and animation
• Familiarity with compositing software like Nuke
• Strong skill...