The FX Supervisor oversees the work delivered by the FX team, working alongside Production and Heads of Departments to ensure then highest quality and that client requirements and deadlines are met. They will act as mentor and help develop their team by assessing the strengths, weaknesses, and interests of each member and delegate tasks accordingly.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESDevelops and produces a wide variety of realistic visual effects, including but not limited to destruction, smoke, fire, water and the supernaturalBe responsive to the needs of the FX department, identifies and defines them, communicates them and follows up with the Development teamReviews simulations based on client requirements and offer feedback in a timely and positive mannerParticipates in the FX department’s recruitment effort by reviewing and interviewing candidatesWorks with the Director of CG and Department Manager on expanding the department's roadmapWorks within the established pipeline and offers constructive suggestions to improve the processHelps develop and explore new ways to enhance results and FX teamQUALIFICATIONS & SKILLSBachelor's degree or equivalent experience Minimum five (5) years of experience in live action FX work and previous experience in a supervision and/or lead roleCreative ability and artistic talent, demonstrated by previous workKnowledge of Houdini and/or 3ds Max (required)Strong experience in creating a wide variety of simulations (destruction, atmospheric, fluid, supernatural, etc.)Understanding of physics, realistic motion, and assorted natural phenomena at different scalesExceptional technical skills, the ability to learn new software quickly, and a hunger to stay on the leading edgeStrong willingness to grow, learn new methods and share knowledge with othersAbility to manage schedule and expectations alongside with production teamAbility to showcase show management and people management skills while supervising a showExcellent communication skills and an open mindTeam player able to work in a cooperative, fast-paced environmentCompositing and scripting experience a plusBONUS SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGEFlowlineThinking ParticleFumeFXKrakatoaMAXScriptAPPLICATIONPlease only apply once. We keep your application details on file for both current and future job opportunities. If you are applying to more than one position, use the same email address on all applications. Only re-apply if your details have recently changed.