Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Houdini Trainer to deliver high-quality training in SideFX Houdini for students/professionals aspiring to build careers in VFX, animation, and procedural effects. The trainer will be responsible for curriculum delivery, hands-on mentoring, and ensuring learners gain strong practical and production-ready skills over the contract period.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct instructor-led training sessions on SideFX Houdini
- Teach core and advanced concepts including:
- Procedural modeling
- Dynamics (Vellum, RBD, Pyro, FLIP)
- Particles and simulations
- Lighting, rendering, and look development
- Node-based workflows and VEX basics
- Design and deliver structured lesson plans, assignments, and projects
- Provide hands-on guidance, demos, and real-world production examples
- Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback
- Support students with portfolio/demo reel development
- Stay updated with the latest Houdini tools and industry workflows
- Coordinate with academic/production teams to align training objectives
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Strong expertise in SideFX Houdini (production-level knowledge preferred)
- Minimum 25 years of industry or training experience in VFX/CG
- Hands-on experience with simulations, procedural workflows, and FX pipelines
- Good understanding of VFX production pipelines
- Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Passion for teaching and mentoring
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience as a trainer/instructor
- Exposure to studios, films, games, or OTT projects
- Knowledge of additional tools such as Maya, Nuke, Unreal, or Redshift/Mantra/Karma
- Demo reel or portfolio showcasing Houdini FX work
Contract Details
- Duration: 8 Months
- Work Location: Chennai
- Compensation: Competitive, based on experience
- Start Date: Immediate / As per mutual agreement
