We are looking for a talented CG Generalist to work full time within our highly regarded film and episodic department in London (currently working remotely).

Responsibilities:

• Ability to execute a broad range of VFX tasks including modeling, texturing, lighting & rendering
• Ensure a high-quality standard of work delivered on time

Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of Maya and the Arnold Renderer
• 3 years experience working in commercials
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated and be able to work independently as well as within a team
• A good artistic and visual sense of composition, light, and colour
• Attention to detail and desire to deliver high-quality work

Bonus Points if you have ...

• Experience using Houdini
• Technical skills such as programming/scripting (mel/python)

We encourage applications from all backgrounds.

How To Apply:

To apply email jobs.ldn@freefolk.com or fast track your application

Please submit your CV with a link to your online website or showreel.

Include ' CG Generalist' in the subject of your email.

Only qualified applicants will be contacted

MID/SENIOR HOUDINI FX TD

We are looking for a talented mid/senior level FX TD to work within our highly regarded Film and Episodic department.

Responsibilities

• Creating particle fluid simulations or animations
• Applying lighting and shaders to produce the final rendered image or passing the simulation on to a Lighting Technical Director

Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of Houdini with some knowledge of Maya
• A thorough understanding of the techniques and technologies relating to FX simulation and procedural animation
• Working knowledge of Mantra and/or HtoA
• Working knowledge of Nuke
• Strong Vex, python, hscript, and/or Mel scripting skills

Bonus points if you have...

• Knowledge in other simulation packages
• Knowledge of the Houdini HDK
• Experience on long-form or commercials projects
• Additional generalist skills across other 3D disciplines

We encourage applications from all backgrounds.

How To Apply:

To apply email jobs.ldn@freefolk.com or fast track your application

Include 'Houdini FX TD' in the subject of your email

Please submit your CV with a link to your online website or showreel

Only qualified applicants will be contacted

NUKE COMPOSITOR

We are seeking experienced Nuke Compositors to join our award-winning team for an episodic project. You will work alongside top VFX professionals in a dynamic studio environment. You will utilise your expert Nuke skills and creativity to execute a wide range of compositing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Creating high-quality digital composites and visual effects for feature films and television.
• Seamlessly integrate all the layers or elements of a shot, including live-action and computer graphics elements
• Strong sense of colour, and a good understanding of working colour spaces.
• Ability to do any required tracking (both 2D and 3D).
• Ability to work on complex shots.
• Follow the production process and develop creative approaches and problem-solving.
• Proficient in using 2.5d approaches, projections and using 3D environments within Nuke.
• Work closely with Supervisors to composite the numerous elements that complete a VFX shot.
• Work in partnership with lighters and other compositors to guarantee sequence continuity and ensure all shots are delivered to the very highest standard.
• Thorough understanding of compositing multi-channel lighting passes and how each channel contributes to the final image.

Bonus points if you have ...

• Minimum 2 years experience in film industry.
• Mastery of Nuke.
• Experience using multi-pass CG elements.
• Strong artistic skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and problem solve where necessary.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds.

How To Apply:

To apply email jobs.ldn@freefolk.com or fast track your application

Include 'Nuke Artist' in the subject of your email

Please submit your CV with a link to your website or showreel

Only qualified applicants will be contacted

We are looking for a Line Producer to join our Emmy winning and BAFTA nominated VFX department, with an immediate start. Working closely with the internal Exec Producer, you will liaise across all production departments to schedule and implement tasks and targets crucial to the delivery of the project on time and on budget.

Experienced Production Coordinators looking to make a step up to Line Producer are also welcome to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the Exec Producer and VFX Supervisors to create, implement and run the series schedule, track and manage the workflow through the departments and meet internal and external deadlines.
• Ensure good organisation of dailies, rounds and meetings and the taking of notes and follow up of information.
• Ensure the production management database is kept updated daily with notes and critical information.
• In depth knowledge of F Track or other production database tools such as Shotgun is essential.
• Communicate changes to client sessions, dailies or meetings either directly or through the Coordinator.
• Keep communication flowing from the Supervisor to the Leads, Artists, Editorial and other departments.
• Anticipate and communicate issues to the Producer and Supervisor in order to resolve problems quickly.
• Maintain an accurate summary of the project's progress based on the previous day's artists work.
• Oversee the execution of client deliveries for all temps and finals.
• Oversee and manage edits alongside the Editorial department.
• Manage resources and communicate coherently with other support departments.

Skills

• Be pro-active and solution-orientated.
• Previous experience at Line Producer level / Senior VFX Coordinator or
• Highly organised with first-class time/project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to prioritise conflicting tasks
• The ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
• An in-depth understanding of live-action and CG based VFX workflows
• An in-depth understanding of common file formats and resolutions
• A good knowledge of MS Office packages
• Previous episodic scheduling experience

We encourage applications from all backgrounds.

How To Apply:

To apply email jobs.ldn@freefolk.com or fast track your application

Please submit CV and Cover Letter with 'VFX Line Producer' in subject.

We are looking for a Lighting/Look Development TD, with an eye for lighting and shading, to join our talented 3D department.

Description

• Must be self driven and be able to work independently and also within a team.
• Must have a strong artistic and visual sense of composition, light and colour.
• Excellent attention to detail and desire to deliver high-quality work.
• Must have strong communication skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and follow given briefs.

Requirements

• At least 3 years experience working in commercials or film on shot lighting and look development within a photo-real context.
• Excellent knowledge of Maya.
• Some knowledge of lighting and lookdev in Houdini desirable.
• Excellent knowledge of the Arnold Renderer.
• Good knowledge of texturing software Mari/Photoshop/Substance.
• Basic knowledge of Nuke compositing.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds.

How To Apply:

To apply email jobs.ldn@freefolk.com or fast track your application

Please submit your CV with a link to your online website or showreel.

Include ' Look Dev’ in the subject of your email.

Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

We are looking for a talented Mid/Senior Animator.

Requirements:

• At least 3 years experience working within commercials or film
• Excellent knowledge of Maya
• Ability to work remotely
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills

We encourage applications from all backgrounds.

How To Apply:

To apply email jobs.ldn@freefolk.com or fast track your application

Include 'Animator' in the subject of your email

Please submit your CV with a link to your website or showreel.

Only qualified applicants will be contacted.