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Head of Character Effects (CFX) - Netflix Animation Studios at Netflix

Department: Feature Animation

Setup
On-site
Location
Sydney, New South Wales
Type
Full-time
Level
lead/mgmt
Posted

Description

Netflix Animation Studios is hiring a Head of Character Effects to lead character-related secondary motion for an upcoming animated feature film. The role oversees look development, asset and shot production, simulation approaches, technical workflows, quality review, and collaboration with creative and technical leadership. It requires at least 10 years of character effects or FX experience, including 5–7 years in leadership or supervisory roles, along with production-level Houdini expertise and strong scripting or programming skills. The position is based in Sydney, Australia, with a hybrid arrangement requiring at least three days per week in the office.

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