Wild Child Animation is expanding the team at our Animation studio in Stirling and we are looking to hire an experienced VFX artist to work on a children's television series.

Candidates must be able to work from home initially and be able or willing to work onsite in Stirling should circumstances change. In the event that you are not UK based, you should have relevant visas in place permitting this, if required, at time of application.

Responsibilities
Work closely with Production and Head of CG
Working with lighting and texture/shading artists to achieve final required look
Experience with Liquid fx
Experience with volumetric fx (smoke, dust)
Working with Creative Directors to meet creative and artistic brief with regard to achieving stylised look

Software Experience/Skills
As a fx artist you should have experience with the following software and tools:
Maya (bi-frost/MASH)
Unreal Engine (advantageous)
Houdini
Python (C++ advantageous)
UE Blueprint and/or Niagara Particle system (advantageous)

General
Over and above the required experience, Wild Child Animation is looking for senior artists and leads who have strong communication skills who are also willing to share knowledge and skills.