Senior VFX Generalist
BlueZoo Animation Studio
Job Position(s): Senior VFX Generalist
Creating and simulating digital effects
Integrating VFX with live action footage, ensuring the effects seamlessly blend with the filmed scenes
Cleaning and preparing plates. Removing dust, scratches and other imperfections from live action footage
Tracking/roto in VFX, Animation and Compositing
Match the movement of CG characters or objects to live action footage
Conducting tests on VFX to verify that they work and appear accurately
Troubleshoot any technical and workflow issues that may arise
Give and receive feedback from other Departments
Work with tight schedules and deadlines
Flexibility working with multiple software packages including Blender, Houdini and Nuke
Experience in cleaning up plates to remove in camera elements. Stitching multiple plates together to create a clean image ready for CGI character integration
Experience rotoscoping to create mattes and layers to composite CGI behind
Strong artistic eye for impact, timing and visual flair within a range of VFX styles
The ability to create dynamic simulations like Water, Fire, Smoke, etc
In depth knowledge of Houdini FX, Houdini scripting or VEX
Generalist experience in Maya
A working knowledge of Nuke software and a solid understanding of the compositing process
Understanding of the VFX process and pipeline. Knowing how plates fit into the overall process of creating VFX
Attention to detail. Being able to identify and correct subtle issues
Strong problem solving skills and ability to work with tight schedules
Winner of Broadcast Best Places to Work in TV 2019, 2020, 2022, 2024 & 2025.
Inclusive self-funded shorts programme.
Many fun in person and remote social events throughout the year.
Bi-monthly employee feedback and engagement programme.
Comprehensive benefits package, including loads of discounts and offers.
Online wellbeing programme.
Profit share (for employees who have been with us for 2+ years).
Creating and simulating digital effects
Integrating VFX with live action footage, ensuring the effects seamlessly blend with the filmed scenes
Cleaning and preparing plates. Removing dust, scratches and other imperfections from live action footage
Tracking/roto in VFX, Animation and Compositing
Match the movement of CG characters or objects to live action footage
Conducting tests on VFX to verify that they work and appear accurately
Troubleshoot any technical and workflow issues that may arise
Give and receive feedback from other Departments
Work with tight schedules and deadlines
Flexibility working with multiple software packages including Blender, Houdini and Nuke
Experience in cleaning up plates to remove in camera elements. Stitching multiple plates together to create a clean image ready for CGI character integration
Experience rotoscoping to create mattes and layers to composite CGI behind
Strong artistic eye for impact, timing and visual flair within a range of VFX styles
The ability to create dynamic simulations like Water, Fire, Smoke, etc
In depth knowledge of Houdini FX, Houdini scripting or VEX
Generalist experience in Maya
A working knowledge of Nuke software and a solid understanding of the compositing process
Understanding of the VFX process and pipeline. Knowing how plates fit into the overall process of creating VFX
Attention to detail. Being able to identify and correct subtle issues
Strong problem solving skills and ability to work with tight schedules
Winner of Broadcast Best Places to Work in TV 2019, 2020, 2022, 2024 & 2025.
Inclusive self-funded shorts programme.
Many fun in person and remote social events throughout the year.
Bi-monthly employee feedback and engagement programme.
Comprehensive benefits package, including loads of discounts and offers.
Online wellbeing programme.
Profit share (for employees who have been with us for 2+ years).
Project Type: Various Projects
Job Date: Full Time
Compensation: Paid - Salary
Union Status: Non-Union
Job Description:
About The Role
We are looking for an experienced VFX Generalist to work on a wide variety of dynamic simulations, someone who is creative, good at problem solving and enjoys teamwork. You’ll be using your artistic eye and technical background in implementation to create and implement high-quality visual effects that align with the artistic vision and technical requirements of the project.
To be successful you must demonstrate thorough attention to detail, the ability to think outside the box and be super pro-active and have an autonomous work ethic alongside the ability to quickly integrate and communicate well within a small team.
We are very happy to discuss flexible, hybrid and remote working options for this vacancy.
Day to Day:
About You
Must Have:
About Us
Blue Zoo is a leading animation studio in the UK, with a world-class reputation as the go-to place for creating bold, fun and characterful animation. Established in London in 2000, the studio has grown to become the largest dedicated CG animation studio in the UK, picking up a shelf full of BAFTAs, an Annie and an Emmy along the way!
We couldn’t be prouder that Blue Zoo is the first major animation studio in the world to receive B Corp certification. We’ve been independently certified by B Lab, a non-profit organisation who award the B Corp certification. The certification verifies companies who are working to improve the lives of employees as well as industries as a whole. The certification process involves over 170 rigorous metrics to improve the lives of our staff, customers, suppliers, and the local community, ensuring we are not just saying we are ethical with empty gestures, but independently evidencing it.
We are going through an exciting period of growth and are building a studio that is full of amazingly talented, happy artists, making work they are proud of, which in turn makes a small contribution to a happier world. Blue Zoo believes that a healthy balance in our lives – whatever our situation – is key to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We offer flexible working to support this.
We look for people who have expertise, enthusiasm and are motivated to make things better. You’ll work alongside a talented and diverse group of people who respect each other’s differences and seek to understand and embrace fresh perspectives.
What we’ve got for you:
About The Role
We are looking for an experienced VFX Generalist to work on a wide variety of dynamic simulations, someone who is creative, good at problem solving and enjoys teamwork. You’ll be using your artistic eye and technical background in implementation to create and implement high-quality visual effects that align with the artistic vision and technical requirements of the project.
To be successful you must demonstrate thorough attention to detail, the ability to think outside the box and be super pro-active and have an autonomous work ethic alongside the ability to quickly integrate and communicate well within a small team.
We are very happy to discuss flexible, hybrid and remote working options for this vacancy.
Day to Day:
About You
Must Have:
About Us
Blue Zoo is a leading animation studio in the UK, with a world-class reputation as the go-to place for creating bold, fun and characterful animation. Established in London in 2000, the studio has grown to become the largest dedicated CG animation studio in the UK, picking up a shelf full of BAFTAs, an Annie and an Emmy along the way!
We couldn’t be prouder that Blue Zoo is the first major animation studio in the world to receive B Corp certification. We’ve been independently certified by B Lab, a non-profit organisation who award the B Corp certification. The certification verifies companies who are working to improve the lives of employees as well as industries as a whole. The certification process involves over 170 rigorous metrics to improve the lives of our staff, customers, suppliers, and the local community, ensuring we are not just saying we are ethical with empty gestures, but independently evidencing it.
We are going through an exciting period of growth and are building a studio that is full of amazingly talented, happy artists, making work they are proud of, which in turn makes a small contribution to a happier world. Blue Zoo believes that a healthy balance in our lives – whatever our situation – is key to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We offer flexible working to support this.
We look for people who have expertise, enthusiasm and are motivated to make things better. You’ll work alongside a talented and diverse group of people who respect each other’s differences and seek to understand and embrace fresh perspectives.
What we’ve got for you:
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