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Join Rodeo FX's Freelancer Community to work on high-end VFX for film, TV, advertising and experiential projects. Must have 8+ years in VFX/computer graphics, deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines, know industry-standard tools, collaborate effectively, work independently, be legally authorized as a freelancer, and manage priorities to meet production timelines.
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Company Description

Repeatedly voted one of Montreal’s Top Employers and Employer of the Year for the 2022 Mercuriades Awards, Rodeo FX is a high-end creative company offering services in visual effects, advertising, animation, and experiential.

Nominated for multiple Emmy® Awards for its work on the series Stranger Things season 4, The Witcher season 2 and The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power season 1, the independent, Oscar®-winning company boasts close to 900 artists crafting from studios in Montreal, Québec City, Toronto, Los Angeles and Paris.

Rodeo FX is a creative partner to the world’s best storytellers including Netflix, HBO, Disney, Marvel, Amazon Studios, Warner Bros. and Sony, and has collaborated on ads for YouTube, NBC and Apple. Current projects include Blue Beetle, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, and Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon. Recently released projects include John Wick: Chapter 4, Black Adam, Disney's The Little Mermaid and Love, Death and Robots Volume 3, for which the company won a 2023 VES award.

Job Description

Push your creativity and join the Rodeo FX Freelancer Community!

We're always looking to connect with talented freelance artists and professionals who are passionate about creating world-class visual effects.

This posting is not tied to a specific opening. Instead, it's an opportunity to introduce yourself and become part of our freelance talent network. As new projects come in, our Talent Acquisition team will reach out to freelancers whose skills best match our production needs.

Whether your expertise is in FX, Animation, Modeling, Surfacing, Rigging, CFX, Groom, Grooming, Lighting, Compositing, Production, or any other VFX discipline, we'd love to hear from you.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum 8 years of experience as a computer graphics artist in the VFX or advertising industry.
  • Excellent ability to consistently deliver high-quality work within tight deadlines.
  • Strong knowledge of industry-standard software relevant to your discipline.
  • Excellent artistic and creative skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Proven ability to work independently and autonomously.
  • Must be legally authorized to work as a freelancer or independent contractor.
  • Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.

Why join our Freelancer Community?

Work on world-class productions: Contribute to feature films, episodic series, advertising campaigns, animation, and immersive experiences for some of the world's leading studios and brands.

Flexible opportunities: Freelance opportunities become available throughout the year, with varying project lengths and flexible start dates based on production needs.

Collaborate with world-class teams: Work alongside experienced artists and production professionals in a creative, collaborative, and supportive environment.

Stay connected: By joining our Freelancer Community, you'll be among the first people we contact when opportunities matching your expertise become available.

In the meantime, feel free to follow Rodeo FX on LinkedIn, visit our Careers page, and stay connected for future freelance opportunities.

We look forward to getting to know you!

Additional Information

Due to technical infrastructure, security, and production requirements, some opportunities may be subject to geographic restrictions.

Diversity : At Rodeo FX, diversity is a core value. We’re committed to creating an inclusive, equitable workplace where different perspectives are embraced. Every team member brings unique insight that strengthens our creativity, challenges our thinking, and helps us deliver better work.

Rodeo FX may use AI-based tools to support certain steps of the recruitment process, such as interview transcription or preliminary application analysis. These tools may be operated by third-party providers, and data may be processed outside Quebec. These tools never replace human decision-making: all final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers. To learn more about how we protect your personal information and your rights, please consult our Privacy Policy.

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