• 2D Artists

  • Compositor

    Mr. X is looking for talented compositors to work on high-end feature film projects. Responsibilities include:

    • Working closely with Compositing Supervisor to determine best approach to solve compositing challenges and develop final look,
    • Performing tasks such as tracking, matte extraction, colour correction, paint fixes, roto and assembly of live action and 3D elements,
    • Producing a final overall look that far exceeds client expectations.

    Qualifications:

    • Must have at least two years experience in compositing digital visual effects for feature film,
    • Must have thorough knowledge and ability to use the tools that produce Digital Composites such as NUKE, Shake, Combustion, Flame and Photoshop,
    • Must present a show reel highlighting candidate’s eye for colour, lighting, attention to detail and composition,
    • The candidate must have the ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines,
    • Strong communication skills are critical,
    • Candidate must be able to work within a team environment,
    • 3D and/or on-set production experience is desirable.

    
    All interested applicants should email their resumes to recruiting@mrxfx.com with the subject reading “Compositor". Please include the address of your web portfolio in your cover letter and/or resume or send a DVD of your demo reel to:

    Attention: Recruiting/ Compositor
    Mr. X Inc.
    35 McCaul Street, Suite 100
    Toronto, ON
    M5T 1V7

    Demo materials will not be returned.
    We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

  • Matte Painter - Montreal

    Our Montreal studio is currently looking for a Matte Painter.

    Job Responsibilities:

    • Create photorealistic backgrounds and environments to match the overall look and feel of the film,
    • Combine skills in painting and 3D animation with knowledge of design, photography, and digital modeling to create two-dimensional and three-dimensional images for film,
    • Contribute to the visual and technical attributes of the production.

    Requirements:

    • Skilled in painting photo-real images using photo reference to create the highest quality digital set extensions, skies, elements, and environments,
    • Strong traditional art skills including knowledge of color, lighting, perspective, and composition,
    • Advanced 2D skills in Photoshop with 3D experience, preferably in Maya,
    • Ability to complete work within the bid timeframe, while maintaining constant communication with production teams and other CG artists,
    • A Bachelor's degree in illustration, industrial design, or fine art preferred,
    • 2.5D / 3D projecting experience is a plus,
    • Strong knowledge of photography is a bonus, especially in relation to lenses,
    • Demonstrable skills in Concept design desirable but not essential,
    • Vue experience would be an asset.

    All interested applicants should email their resumes to cv@mrxfx.com with the subject reading “Matte Painter". Please include the address of your web portfolio in your resume or send your demo reel to:

    Attn: Recruiting/Matte Painter
    Mr X Quebec
    4446 St-Laurent, 7th floor
    Montreal, Quebec
    H2W 1Z5

• 3D Artists

  • Animator/Tracking Artist

    Mr. X Inc. is seeking a Tracker/Animator for upcoming feature film projects.

    Responsibilities include:

    • 3D Camera tracking - recreating the movement of a stereo live-action camera in 3D, set extensions - ensuring 3d objects placed in a 3D virtual environment are accurately tracked,
    • Using the measurements and pictures of the live-action set, camera information, distortion grids, and scaling reference of characters and objects to recreate a virtual set in 3D,
    • Matchmoving rigid and non-rigid objects on moving elements in the plate,
    • Removing lens distortion from the plates to aid in the solving of tracks,
    • Creation of high standard animation in a variety of styles,
    • Engaging at every stage of production including generating original concepts and designs, research and development and pre-visualization of complicated sequences including camera work,
    • Producing 3D visual effects that far exceed client and audience expectations.
    • 3D modeling, texturing, animating, lighting, rendering as required,
    • Meeting production schedules and deadlines.

    
    Qualifications:

    • Expert knowledge and experience with Maya,
    • Thorough knowledge of PFTrack or 3Dequalizer (knowledge of Boujou a plus),
    • On set production experience is desirable,
    • Previous stereoscopic film production experience a plus,
    • Knowledge of a tracking software's scripting language is desirable,
    • Meticulous attention to detail with a great eye for camera, blocking plus composition and must work well under pressure for potentially short turnaround deadines,
    • Able to take direction and feedback well from supervisor,
    • A minimum of 2 years of feature film experience required.

    All interested applicants should email their resumes to recruiting@mrxfx.com with the subject reading “Tracker/Animator". Please include the address of your web portfolio in your cover letter and/or resume or send a DVD of your demo reel to:

    Attn: Recruiting- Animator/Tracker
    Mr X Inc.
    35 McCaul Street, Suite 100
    Toronto, Ontario
    M5T 1V7

    We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

  • Character Rigging TD

    Character Rigger/TD

    Specializing in feature film visual effects and animation for international and local producers, Toronto based digital studio, Mr. X Inc. is comprised of a unique and gifted team of artists, filmmakers and programmers devoted to the art, craft and technology of visual story-telling.

    We have an immediate need for a Character Rigging TD on a feature film project.

    Job Responsibilities:

    • Design and create animator friendly rigs that work with Maya's referencing pipeline
    • Work with Modeling to create a model that meets technical needs
    • Work with R&D to design, debug and evaluate new tools
    • Collaborate with animators to design motion controls
    • Develop and maintain character motion and deformation systems
    • Develop new techniques and processes to solve character production challenges
    • Write utility scripts and programs to streamline the setup process
    • Communicate information about new tools and techniques to others
    • Work with production management to prioritize tasks
    • Keep supervisors informed of progress, changes, roadblocks and other critical issues

    Qualifications:

    • 3 years professional experience rigging characters for animation
    • Previous experience Rigging in Houdini
    • Excellent MEL scripting capabilities.
    • Training in visual arts and understanding of form, geometry and movement
    • Knowledge of academics such as linear algebra, trigonometry, geometry, calculus and differential geometry
    • Knowledge in programming and software development skills
    • Linux experience desired
    • Excellent communication and presentation skills
    • Ability to function well in a team environment and be detail oriented

    All interested applicants should email their resumes to recruiting@mrxfx.com with the subject reading “Character Rigging TD".
    Please include the address of your web portfolio in your resume or send your demo reel to:

    Attn: Recruiting/Character Rigging TD
    Mr X Inc.
    35 McCaul Street, Suite 100
    Toronto, Ontario
    M5T 1V7

  • Effects Animator

    Mr. X is currently looking for an Effects Animator.

    Responsibilities:

    • Working closely with VFX Supervisors to determine best approach to solve effects challenges and develop final look,
    • Work with other TDs, art directors and designers to create believable effects,
    • Accurately interpret concept art and design from the Art Department,
    • Use and understand 3D lighting, effects and compositing tools, such as NUKE,
    • Provide input regarding tools and interfaces to improve throughput,
    • Producing a final overall look that far exceeds client expectations.

    
    Qualifications:

    • 2+ years feature film production experience working with Houdini –particle systems,
    • Experience with Renderman or Mantra a plus,
    • Ability to quickly master proprietary tools and development processes,
    • Ability to design, self-direct, and organize your work,
    • Strong communication skills,
    • Candidate must be able to work within a team, exercising attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment,
    • Strong demo reel/portfolio in realistic effects animation and lighting,
    • Computer Animation, Art, Engineering or related field,
    • Ability to perform visual and analytical problem-solving.

    Please send your demo reel on DVD with shot breakdown, cover letter and resume to:

    Attention: Recruiting/Effects Artist
    Mr. X Inc.
    35 McCaul Street, Suite 100
    Toronto, ON
    M5T 1V7

    Or email resume and a link to your online demo reel to recruiting@mrxfx.com.

    Demo materials will not be returned.

    We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

  • Lighting Artist

    We are currently looking for an experienced VFX Lighter.

    
    Responsibilities include:

    • Responsible for final 3D scene assembly and rendering of elements required to complete visual effects shots,
    • Engaging at every stage of production including pre-visualization of complicated sequences and research and development,
    • Optimize and troubleshoot lighting and rendering problems in a fast paced environment,
    • Working closely with CG Supervisors to determine best approach to solve 3D challenges and develop final look,
    • Will work closely with compositors to finish selected shots so that computer generated elements are seamlessly integrated with live-action plates.

    
    Qualifications:

    • Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Maya and Houdini as well as a general understanding of film production / post production techniques in a production environment,
    • Ability to problem solve and predict potential problems with assigned tasks,
    • Strong communication skills are critical. Candidate must be able to work within a team, taking direction and exercising attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment,
    • Experience with Renderman a plus,
    • Experience with compositing software, (Nuke) a plus,
    • Experience with 3D modeling/texturing a plus,
    • At least 3 years of experience Lighting for Feature Films.

    All interested applicants should email their resumes to recruiting@mrxfx.com with the subject reading “Lighting". Please include the address of your web portfolio in your cover letter and/or resume or send a DVD of your demo reel to:

    Attn: Recruiting/Lighting
    Mr X Inc.
    35 McCaul Street, Suite 100
    Toronto, Ontario
    M5T 1V7

    Demo materials will not be returned.
    We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

  • Modeling/Texture Artist

    We are currently looking for an experienced Modeling/Texture Artist to join our team.

    Responsibilities:

    • 3D Modeling and Texturing for feature films, using a wide range of reference material,
    • Work very closely with the shader writers, look development artists and the riggers to generate organic or rigid object models that are suitable for feature film work,
    • With guidance from CG Supervisors, helping to determine the best approach to solve 3D challenges and develop final look.

    
    Qualifications:

    • Strong spatial awareness and a good sense of form, scale and proportion, and a keen eye for detail,
    • A full working knowledge of modeling in Maya is required,
    • Ability to deliver a "clean" model with tidy polygon/sub-d placement and good basic UV layout for texturing,
    • Ability to work with Z-brush desired,
    • Knowledge of Houdini would be an advantage,
    • Knowledge of Linux would be an advantage,
    • 3+ years of experience Modeling for Feature Films is required.

    All interested applicants should email their resumes to recruiting@mrxfx.com with the subject reading “Model/Texture Artist". Please include the address of your web portfolio in your cover letter and/or resume or send a DVD of your demo reel to:

    Attn: Recruiting- Model/Texture Artist
    Mr X Inc.
    35 McCaul Street, Suite 100
    Toronto, Ontario
    M5T 1V7

    We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

  • Sr. 3D Animator

    Mr. X Toronto is currently looking for a Sr. 3D Animator.
    
    Responsibilities include:

    • Ability to realistically bring characters / objects to life, as well as clearly communicate specific ideas through motion,
    • Engaging at every stage of production including pre-visualization of complicated sequences with a minimum of supervision,
    • Maintaining or exceeding a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work,
    • Interacting with production, supervisors and team/ peers in order to achieve refined motion that far exceeds client and audience expectations.

    Qualifications:

    • Degree or certificate in classical animation, film, or related field, or equivalent production animation experience,
    • Must be open to direction and able to embrace change while exercising attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment,
    • Expert knowledge of Maya, animation principles, film production and compositional design,
    • 5+ years experience a must.

    All interested applicants should email their resumes to recruiting@mrxfx.com with the subject reading “Sr. 3D Animator". Please include the address of your web portfolio in your cover letter and/or resume or send a DVD of your demo reel to:

    Attn: Recruiting/Sr. 3D Animator
    Mr X Inc.
    35 McCaul Street, Suite 100
    Toronto, Ontario
    M5T 1V7

    We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

• Production and Administration

  • Production Intern

    Mr. X is looking for a highly motivated Production Intern. Please note this is an unpaid, one-month internship position. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking for exposure to the visual effects industry.

    Responsibilities:

    • Assisting with the daily operations of the office and performing general administrative duties, including photocopying and faxing,
    • Assisting the production department by providing data entry support to the visual effects shots databases,
    • Research stock footage, movie reference, and other elements required for visual effects work,
    • Assist in the creation and distribution of custom demo reels and promotional materials,
    • General office and production support.

    
    Qualifications:

    • A passion for film,
    • Strong attention to detail, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, willingness and ability to learn new skills & technologies,
    • Excellent time-management skills, the ability to work well under pressure and be able to manage and meet multiple critical deadlines daily and effectively,
    • Candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys working in a fast-paced creative team environment
    • Excellent computer skills: MS Word, Excel, Microsoft Access,
    • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential,
    • Professional and friendly phone manner,
    • Familiarity with any of the following would be a definite asset: Photoshop, Final Cut, Avid, 2D or 3D software packages.

    Please email your cover letter and resume to:

    Address: recruiting@mrxfx.com
    Subject: Production Intern

    No phone calls please. We will contact promising candidates.
    Thank you for your interest in Mr. X.

  • VFX Coordinator

    Mr. X is looking for a highly motivated, experienced VFX Coordinator to work on high-end feature film projects. Responsibilities include:

    • Working as part of the film production team to implement practical VFX solutions,
    • Implementing project plans and delivery schedules to ensure deadlines are met,
    • Coordinating animators, compositors and internal production staff to ensure efficient workflow,
    • Serving as liaison between clients and the studio,
    • Working closely with editorial,
    • Managing and logging incoming elements, footage, data, notes, etc.,
    • Overseeing outputs and client deliveries,
    • Maintaining project databases,
    • Helping coordinate on set during visual effects shoots.

    Qualifications:

    • 3+ years of experience as a visual effects or post production coordinator for Feature Films is required,
    • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential,
    • Candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys working in a face-paced creative team environment,
    • Working knowledge of feature film production and post-production pipelines,
    • Excellent computer skills: MS Word, Excel, Microsoft Access, MS Project.

    Please email your cover letter and resume to:

    Address: recruiting@mrxfx.com
    Subject: Employment: VFX Coordinator

    We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

• Technical

  • Jr. Systems Administrator- Montreal

    Mr. X Montreal is currently looking for a Systems Administrator.

    Job Responsibilities:

    - Responsible for configuration, and administration of relational database management systems
    - Prepares documentation of steps taken and programs written to facilitate users.
    - Selects most appropriate programs or packages based on format constraints, user needs and intended results.
    - Consults with users to clarify requests and/or intended use of data and explain results.
    - Performs related duties as required.

    Required Skills:

    - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of training users in complex topics and interacting positively with users
    - Independent problem-solving, self-direction
    - OS - Win2K, XP, Server 2000/2003, Linux, Irix, OSX, AD, Solid understanding of devices and what device drivers do and filesystem concepts (inode, clustering, logical volumes)
    - Experience with hard and soft RAID solutions, various file systems and volume managers, experience designing distributed file system architectures (NFS, AFS, DFS, etc)

    All interested applicants should email their resumes to cv@mrxfx.com with the subject reading “Systems Administrator ".

  • Pipeline TD

    We are currently looking for a Junior Pipeline Technical Director.

    Responsibilities:

    • Support and enhancement of studio tools under the direction of the IT and Technical staff.
    • Provide input regarding tools and interfaces to improve throughput.
    • Work with IT to bring studio tools on line.
    • Work with all departments to integrate new studio tools.

    
    Qualifications:

    • Experience with high level programming languages (esp. Python, C++).
    • Ability to quickly master proprietary tools and development processes.
    • Candidate must be able to work within a team, exercising attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment.
    • Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science.
    • Experience with RenderMan, Houdini, Nuke a plus.

    Please send your cover letter and resume to:

    Attention: Recruiting/Jr. Pipeline TD
    Mr. X Inc.
    35 McCaul Street, Suite 100
    Toronto, ON
    M5T 1V7

    Or email materials to recruiting@mrxfx.com. No youtube reels will be accepted. Please include "Jr. Pipeline TD" in the subject line.

    Demo materials will not be returned. No phone calls please.

  • Render Wrangler

    Mr X is looking to hire a Render Wrangler to join the Systems Dept, and work closely with Technical Directors associated with rendering.

    Render Wranglers (RW's) are responsible for providing 24x7 support of the studio's rendering efforts. RW's monitor and load balance the render farm, assist with crashed and errored jobs, and participate in the day-to-day management of render farm hosts. RW's provide rendering support for all departments and divisions, including: Previz, Animation, Lighting and VFX.

    RW's can also assist monitoring data transfers across various file system hierarchies and initiate data moves to balance disk utilization. Other responsibilities include answering the Render Desk hotline, escalating urgent studio support issues after hours and responding to all Support tickets assigned to the department.

    Responsibilities:

    Render Farm Management:

    • Detect and troubleshoot failed jobs
    • Follow-up crashed jobs and jobs killed because they were hung
    • Monitor, diagnose and resolve/escalate malfunctioning farm hosts
    • Keep the render farm running at maximum capacity
    • Monitor file systems for space availability
    • Monitor render farm I/O utilization
    • Request changes in storage volume sizes as needed
    • Identify and report trends and potential problems
    • Monitor render blade local disk caches and clear caches
    • where necessary
    • Monitor software license utilization on render farm

    Render Queue Management:

    • Monitor the XRender render queue
    • Monitor the XRender Dispatcher operation
    • Update and maintain the XRender job priorities according to Production
    • Assist artists with (python) job submissions and job errors
    • Respond to all render-related Support Request Tickets
    • Work with production to forecast render resource needs

    Render Pipeline Management:

    • Update shot directories, libraries and servers
    • Run Linux and Perl scripts to convert proprietary script files into images, movie and video files
    • Render, inspect and fix frames for multiple concurrent productions
    • Provide render time estimates to producers, directors and animators

    
    for dailies and film out

    Studio Support:

    • Monitor studio infrastructure servers and escalate problems
    • Answer and escalate Studio Help Desk calls after hours and on weekends
    • After hours and weekend render farm support

    Qualifications:

    • Good verbal and writing skills, good organizational skills
    • Able to handle a fast paced, high pressure environment
    • Can work well with a group or independently
    • Able to work very flexible hours on weekend evenings or nights. The shift will be from approximately 6pm-3am.

    Please send your cover letter and resume to recruiting@mrxfx.com with the subject line ‘Render Wrangler’.

  • Software Engineer

    Specializing in feature film visual effects and animation for international and local producers, Toronto based digital studio, Mr. X Inc. is comprised of a unique and gifted team of artists, filmmakers and programmers devoted to the art, craft and technology of visual story-telling.

    As an in-house Software Engineer at Mr X you will:

    • Develop new tools and applications to assist CG artists in managing resources, render processes and CG assets,
    • Provide support to individuals using these tools,
    • Develop and distribute new systems and scripts and maintain relevant versions and libraries,
    • Maintain and develop in-house rendering solutions,
    • Troubleshoot specific technical production related issues with artists,
    • Investigate and research emerging industry trends and new technologies, frameworks and methodologies with the goal of improving and developing the Mr. X Production Pipeline.

    Qualifications:

    • Extensive experience in the design and implementation of complex technology infrastructures,
    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or other technical degree with 3+ years experience in a software development environment required,
    • Experience with C or C++, Python, OpenGL,
    • Production experience as a Technical Director or Software Developer including experience with Maya/MEL, VRay and Houdini/HDK,
    • Knowledge of SQL and stored procedures, database management and performance optimization,
    • Knowledge of scripting in a Unix environment,
    • Ability to select best methods and techniques for solving problems,
    • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to meet timelines and work under pressure and strong analytical/problem solving skills are also required,
    • Exceptional team work as well as being self-motivated to work under own initiative.

    To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to recruiting@mrxfx.com with the subject line ‘Software Engineer’.

  • Studio Tools Developer/Software Engineer

    Description:

    As an in-house Software Engineer at Mr X you will:

    • Maintain and develop XRender, a set of proprietary software tools that manage the studio�s distributed rendering
    • Develop new tools and applications to assist CG artists in managing resources, render processes and CG assets
    • Provide support to individuals using these tools
    • Develop and distribute new systems and scripts and maintain relevant versions and libraries
    • Troubleshoot specific technical production related issues with artists
    • Research emerging industry trends in 3D animation and computer graphics with the goal of upgrading and improving the Mr. X production pipeline

    Qualifications:

    • Bachelor�s degree in Computer Science or other technical degree with 1+ years experience in a software development environment required
    • Shell and scripting language such as python, TCL, or perl required
    • Experience with C or C++, java, OpenGL
    • Experience with computer graphics production including experience with MAYA API, SL (Renderman shading language), Mental Ray API
    • SQL and database experience
    • Proficient in UNIX
    • The ability to work independently
    • Good communication and organizational skills

    Please send your cover letter and resume to recruiting@mrxfx.com with the subject line ‘Software Engineer’.

Mr. X Inc. is comprised of a unique and gifted team of artists, filmmakers and programmers devoted to the art, craft and technology of visual story telling. Our talented staff, committed to quality above all else, has achieved some of the most original and photo-realistic visual effects and animation seen on film to date. If you have the imagination, talent and drive, then Mr. X is looking for you.

How to Apply

A resume is required when applying to any position at Mr. X. If you are applying for an artistic position, your resume must be accompanied by a demo reel and/or portfolio highlighting your artistic strengths. When submitting your portfolio/reel, please do not include original work, as we are unable to return the materials you submit.

Demo Reel Submission Guidelines

Please send us a DVD of the work that you are most proud of and that best demonstrates your abilities, starting with your most recent work. Music is not necessary. Your demo reel should be limited to 3 minutes in length.

Include a credit list explaining what you did on your reel and what software (if applicable) was used to achieve the effects.

Once your materials have been received we will send acknowledgement by letter or e-mail within 3 weeks. Should a position become available that matches your unique set of skills and talents, we will contact you.

No phone calls please.
Please send your application materials to:
Attention: Recruiting
Mr. X Inc.
35 McCaul Street, Suite 100
Toronto, ON
M5T 1V7

Thank you for your interest in Mr. X. We look forward to reviewing your material.