Simulation FX Artist

Job Offer: Simulation FX Artist

• Company: MediaCraft.video
• Location: Remote (HQ in Poland, EU)
• Job Type: Freelance (Project-Based)

About the Role

MediaCraft.video is seeking an exceptional Simulation FX Artist to push the boundaries of digital physics and creative particle systems. As a leader in high-end visual effects, we’re looking for an artist who can blend technical expertise with artistic vision to create breathtaking simulations that defy reality while maintaining physical authenticity when required. This role offers the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects ranging from large scale projection mapping events to experimental art installations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create high-fidelity simulations based on real-world references and artistic briefs
• Develop custom simulation setups and proprietary FX tools
• Design and execute both photoreal and abstract particle-based effects
• Optimize simulation workflows for efficiency and artistic control
• Contribute with Your own artistic vision to achieve unique visual style

Technical Requirements

Essential Skills:

• Mastery of SideFX Houdini with emphasis on:
  • DOPs and solvers (FLIP, pyro, grains, vellum)
  • VEX and Python scripting
  • PDG/TOPs for task automation
  • Advanced particle systems and custom force fields
• Proficiency in:
  • Karma GPU rendering and optimization (strongly required)
  • Material creation and shader development
  • Lighting setup for FX integration
• Solid understanding of:
  • Real-world physics principles
  • Procedural modeling techniques

Bonus Skills:

• Experience with:
  • Custom solver development
  • Real-time FX in game engines (Unreal Engine)
  • Other simulation rendering techniques (Janga FX - EmberGen, LiquiGen, GeoGen)
• Proficiency in:
  • Additional 3D packages (Blender, Unreal Engine, EmberGen)
  • Compositing software (After Effects, DaVinci Resolve)
• Ability to:
  • Create or modify 3D assets as needed
  • Develop technical art tools and scripts

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 5+ years of professional FX/simulation experience
• Strong eye for detail and natural movement
• Ability to balance technical constraints with artistic goals
• Excellent problem-solving and optimization skills
• Passion for exploring new simulation techniques

Technical Setup

Provided by MediaCraft.video:

• Remote access to high-performance simulation workstations
• Enterprise-grade render farm access

Required from Artist:

• Workstation capable of handling complex simulations
• Reliable high-speed internet connection
• Basic rendering capability for previews and tests

Current Simulation Projects Include:

• Realistic natural disasters and building destruction sims
• Stylized particle systems for motion graphics
• Physical accuracy simulations for scientific visualization
• Experimental art installations using particle systems

Why Join MediaCraft.video?

• Work on diverse, challenging simulation projects
• Competitive project rates
• Flexible work hours and fully remote collaboration

To Apply

Submit the following to makaruk@mediacraft.video:

1. Portfolio reel focusing on simulation work (a list completed animated movies or shots or a compilation of shots / videos)
2. Your fee requirements

Join our team and help us create the impossible!