Animator (Houdini Specialist)

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Job Title: Animator (Houdini Specialist)

Location: UAE / Open to Remote

Reporting to: Creative Director / Head of Production

Role Overview

We are looking for a hands-on Animator with strong Houdini expertise to support the creation of high-quality motion, animation, and show builds across live projects and pitches.

This role is highly execution-focused, requiring someone who can assemble scenes, implement client feedback efficiently, and work within internal tools and pipelines. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically strong in Houdini, and comfortable working in fast-paced, client-driven environments.

Key Responsibilities

Animation & Build

  • Create and assemble static builds, animations, and show sequences using Houdini
  • Work within internal tools and pipelines to construct scenes and deliver assets efficiently
  • Support both live projects and pitch work, adapting quickly to changing requirements
  • Develop and refine procedural setups, simulations, and animation systems in Houdini
  • Ensure all work is optimized for performance and aligned with production standards
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges within Houdini workflows

Feedback & Iteration

  • Implement client and internal feedback quickly and accurately
  • Collaborate closely with creative and production teams to refine output
  • Maintain consistency and quality across iterations
  • Work closely with artists, designers, and technical teams to deliver cohesive outputs
  • Support the team in meeting tight deadlines and high-quality expectations

Key Requirement (Critical)

  • Strong, hands-on experience with Houdini is essential
  • Candidates without solid Houdini experience will not be considered due to onboarding complexity and pipeline dependency

Target Background / Ideal Experience

We are particularly interested in candidates from:

  • Motion design studios with strong Houdini integration
  • VFX houses, ideally within commercial/advertising environments
  • Game development studios where Houdini is embedded in the production pipeline

Key Requirements

  • 3–6+ years of experience in animation, motion design, or VFX
  • Proven experience working extensively in Houdini
  • Strong understanding of animation principles, timing, and composition
  • Experience working within structured pipelines and production workflows
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple iterations

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Job Description:

Job Title: Animator (Houdini Specialist)

Location: UAE / Open to Remote

Reporting to: Creative Director / Head of Production

Role Overview

We are looking for a hands-on Animator with strong Houdini expertise to support the creation of high-quality motion, animation, and show builds across live projects and pitches.

This role is highly execution-focused, requiring someone who can assemble scenes, implement client feedback efficiently, and work within internal tools and pipelines. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically strong in Houdini, and comfortable working in fast-paced, client-driven environments.

Key Responsibilities

Animation & Build

  • Create and assemble static builds, animations, and show sequences using Houdini
  • Work within internal tools and pipelines to construct scenes and deliver assets efficiently
  • Support both live projects and pitch work, adapting quickly to changing requirements
  • Develop and refine procedural setups, simulations, and animation systems in Houdini
  • Ensure all work is optimized for performance and aligned with production standards
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges within Houdini workflows

Feedback & Iteration

  • Implement client and internal feedback quickly and accurately
  • Collaborate closely with creative and production teams to refine output
  • Maintain consistency and quality across iterations
  • Work closely with artists, designers, and technical teams to deliver cohesive outputs
  • Support the team in meeting tight deadlines and high-quality expectations

Key Requirement (Critical)

  • Strong, hands-on experience with Houdini is essential
  • Candidates without solid Houdini experience will not be considered due to onboarding complexity and pipeline dependency

Target Background / Ideal Experience

We are particularly interested in candidates from:

  • Motion design studios with strong Houdini integration
  • VFX houses, ideally within commercial/advertising environments
  • Game development studios where Houdini is embedded in the production pipeline

Key Requirements

  • 3–6+ years of experience in animation, motion design, or VFX
  • Proven experience working extensively in Houdini
  • Strong understanding of animation principles, timing, and composition
  • Experience working within structured pipelines and production workflows
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple iterations

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Posted: April 17th, 2026