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Senior Effects Technical Director - VFX Expertise
Posted by Industrial Light & Magic • June 05, 2026
Description
Join a cutting-edge team as a Senior Effects Technical Director specializing in FX animation and simulations in a hybrid environment. Your artistic and technical skills will shine.
This role offers the opportunity to independently create FX animations while collaborating across departments. With at least 5 years of professional experience in VFX, you will oversee lighting, rendering, and mentoring junior artists. Your ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines will be crucial in producing high-quality visual effects.
Key Responsibilities:
• Create various FX animations and dynamic simulations
• Light complex shots and communicate updates effectively
• Provide time estimates for shot tasks and management
• Ensure smooth handoff to comp and rendering teams
• Mentor and guide junior effects artists in best practices
Requirements:
• 5+ years of VFX experience or equivalent experience without degree
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This role offers the opportunity to independently create FX animations while collaborating across departments. With at least 5 years of professional experience in VFX, you will oversee lighting, rendering, and mentoring junior artists. Your ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines will be crucial in producing high-quality visual effects.
Key Responsibilities:
• Create various FX animations and dynamic simulations
• Light complex shots and communicate updates effectively
• Provide time estimates for shot tasks and management
• Ensure smooth handoff to comp and rendering teams
• Mentor and guide junior effects artists in best practices
Requirements:
• 5+ years of VFX experience or equivalent experience without degree
...
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