HOUDINI Effects Artists - Sony Pictures Imageworks

04/07/04 03:19 PM

Sony Pictures Imageworks has an immediate opening for a Houdini Effects Artist to join the team for one of our current features. Appropriate candidates must be fluent in Houdini with at least 3 - 5 years experience in a production environment. Below is the specific job description:

Designs the look and production methodology for computer generated FX animation and dynamic simulation of cloth, fur and hair. Designs and creates images, elements, pipelines tools and techniques effects for digital visual effects. Work with a team on a production to determine the various design solutions. Proficiency in Houdini required, Maya and Renderman desired. UNIX and scripting ability in relevant languages including MEL, Perl, and Python highly desirable. 3-5+ years production experience or feature film experience preferred. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering or computer graphics or equivalent experience required.

Qualified candidates ONLY should send their resume ASAP to:

and be prepared to send a demo reel and reel breakdown to:

Patrick Kenney
Human Resources
Sony Pictures Imageworks
9050 W. Washington Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232

Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thanks very much for your interest and we look forward to seeing your work.