Rodeo FX is looking for an experienced FX Supervisor to lead the FX team at its growing Bengaluru studio. The role combines creative leadership, technical supervision, team management, and production planning. You will guide artists in creating high-quality effects such as smoke, fire, particles, destruction, fluids, and abstract simulations while ensuring they meet the project’s artistic and technical requirements. The ideal candidate should have 8+ years of high-end VFX experience, expert-level Houdini skills, strong leadership experience, and a good understanding of FX, CG, Lighting, and Compositing pipelines.
- Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- Job Type: Full-time
- Department: Rodeo FX – 3D
- Work Arrangement: On-site, 5 days per week
Job Overview : FX Supervisor
| Job Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | FX Supervisor |
| Company | Rodeo FX |
| Location | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Department | 3D / FX |
| Experience | 8+ years |
| Work Mode | On-site |
| Working Days | 5 days per week |
| Primary Software | Houdini |
| Key Houdini Skills | Pyro, FLIP, RBD, Vellum, Procedural Workflows |
| Other Tools | Nuke, Arnold, Karma, USD, Solaris, ShotGrid |
| Programming | Python / VEX – an advantage |
| Industry | VFX / Film / Animation |
| Leadership | FX Lead / FX Supervisor experience required |
About Rodeo FX
Rodeo FX is an award-winning creative company specializing in visual effects, animation, advertising, and experiential content.
The company works with leading entertainment and streaming companies, including Netflix, HBO, Disney, Marvel, Amazon Studios, Warner Bros., and Sony.
In 2026, Rodeo FX opened its newest studio in Bengaluru, expanding its global network across Canada, the United States, Europe, and India.
Located at International Tech Park Bengaluru, the new 40,000-square-foot studio is designed to accommodate up to 400 artists and supports both Rodeo FX and Mikros Animation.
The Bengaluru team is fully integrated into Rodeo FX’s global production pipeline and works with artists, supervisors, and production teams across international studios.
As the Bengaluru studio grows, Rodeo FX is building its senior creative and technical leadership team. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to major VFX projects while helping shape the studio’s workflows, teams, and working culture.
About the Role
As an FX Supervisor, you will be responsible for the overall creative quality, technical standards, and performance of the FX department on assigned projects.
You will lead FX artists, work closely with VFX and CG Supervisors, collaborate with Compositing, Lighting, and Production teams, and help ensure that FX work is delivered on time and meets the project’s creative and technical requirements.
You may also work directly on complex shots when required and contribute to improving tools, workflows, and production methods.
Key Responsibilities
🎨 Creative Leadership
- Translate the project’s creative vision into clear instructions for FX artists.
- Guide artists during dailies and shot reviews.
- Review and approve FX work based on the project’s visual requirements.
- Maintain visual consistency across shots and sequences.
- Work closely with VFX and CG Supervisors.
- Step in personally on technically or creatively challenging shots when needed.
⚙️ Technical Supervision
- Define the technical standards required for FX deliveries.
- Select or approve tools, templates, and workflows for projects.
- Help artists resolve technical problems and production challenges.
- Document useful project workflows and best practices.
- Identify recurring technical issues and work with the Pipeline team on solutions.
- Ensure efficient management of caches, workfiles, and Houdini setups.
👥 Team Leadership & Communication
- Lead, mentor, and support FX artists.
- Provide clear creative and technical feedback.
- Delegate shots based on artists’ experience and areas of expertise.
- Lead FX turnovers, technical meetings, and progress reviews.
- Maintain a professional, respectful, and collaborative team environment.
- Communicate critical production issues to the appropriate supervisors and department leads.
- Work with the Head of FX Department to improve department workflows and practices.
📅 Production & Project Management
- Work with Production to evaluate workload and staffing requirements.
- Participate in FX artist selection and recommend suitable artists for specific work.
- Help estimate shot and sequence timelines.
- Prioritize work according to project requirements and deadlines.
- Monitor the team’s progress and help ensure deliveries remain on schedule.
- Support Production during important reviews, submissions, and client validations.
🔧 Workflow & Pipeline Development
- Develop FX workflows suited to the project’s visual style, budget, and schedule.
- Identify inefficient processes and suggest improvements.
- Participate in developing and implementing new FX tools.
- Help maintain consistency between FX, CG, Lighting, and Compositing workflows.
- Share lessons learned after projects and encourage continuous improvement.
Requirements
Essential Requirements
- 8+ years of professional VFX experience in high-end feature film and/or episodic productions.
- Significant experience as an FX Lead, FX Supervisor, or equivalent senior role.
- Expert-level knowledge of Houdini.
- Strong experience with:
- Pyro
- FLIP
- RBD
- Vellum
- Procedural workflows
- Strong portfolio or demo reel demonstrating high-quality, photorealistic FX.
- Strong artistic judgement and understanding of physical realism.
- Proven experience leading and mentoring FX artists.
- Experience reviewing work and providing clear creative and technical feedback.
- Ability to work within production schedules and deadlines.
- Strong understanding of FX pipelines and cross-department workflows.
- Experience working with CG, Lighting, and Compositing teams.
- Knowledge of USD and Solaris.
- Experience with modern rendering workflows such as Arnold and/or Karma.
- Familiarity with Nuke.
- Familiarity with Flow Production Tracking (ShotGrid) or similar production tracking tools.
- Strong professional English communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with teams across multiple studios and time zones.
Additional Skills
The following experience is an advantage:
- Python scripting
- VEX scripting
- Houdini tool development
- Pipeline development
- Workflow optimization
- Experience participating in client reviews or presentations
- Experience developing production tools and templates
Work Arrangement
| Work Arrangement | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India |
| Work Mode | On-site |
| Working Days | 5 days per week |
| Work Location | Rodeo FX Bengaluru Studio |
| Collaboration | Work closely with artists, supervisors, and production teams |
| Communication | Supports faster communication and decision-making |
| Knowledge Sharing | Encourages sharing of skills, techniques, and ideas |
| Team Environment | Collaborative and connected studio culture |
Why Join Rodeo FX?
Rodeo FX is an artist-founded and artist-led company focused on giving its artists the creative freedom, resources, and environment needed to produce high-quality work.
As part of the Bengaluru team, you will have the opportunity to:
- Work with an international VFX team.
- Collaborate with artists and supervisors across global studios.
- Contribute to high-end VFX productions.
- Help build and develop a growing Bengaluru studio.
- Improve FX workflows and production processes.
- Mentor and support talented FX artists.
- Contribute to the studio’s technical and creative growth.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Rodeo FX is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where different perspectives are welcomed and respected.
The company believes that diverse experiences and ideas can strengthen creativity, challenge existing approaches, and help teams produce better work.
Use of AI in Recruitment
Rodeo FX may use AI-based tools during certain stages of the recruitment process, including interview transcription or preliminary application analysis.
These tools may be provided by third-party companies, and some data may be processed outside Quebec.
AI tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by Rodeo FX’s recruitment team and hiring managers.
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Before You Apply
Make sure your profile matches the key requirements for this role:
- 🎬 8+ years of professional VFX experience
- 🧑💼 Previous experience as an FX Lead, FX Supervisor, or equivalent
- 🌀 Expert Houdini skills
- 🔥 Strong experience with Pyro, FLIP, RBD, Vellum & procedural workflows
- 🎥 Strong FX demo reel with photorealistic work
- 👥 Proven experience leading and mentoring FX artists
- ⚙️ Strong understanding of FX and CG pipelines
- 🌐 Knowledge of USD and Solaris
- 🎨 Familiarity with Arnold and/or Karma
- 🎬 Basic knowledge of Nuke
- 🛠️ Familiarity with ShotGrid or similar production tracking tools
- 🐍 Python or VEX knowledge is an advantage
- 🗣️ Strong professional English communication skills
- 🏢 Comfortable working on-site in Bengaluru, 5 days a week
Apply Now
Submit your CV/resume and FX demo reel through the official application process. Make sure your demo reel highlights your strongest Houdini work, complex simulations, and leadership-level experience.
Take the next step in your FX career and join Rodeo FX’s growing Bengaluru studio.
