Freelance Houdini Artist (Prefracture and Simulation Support)

Strong practical knowledge of Houdini (fracturing, rigid body dynamics, constraints, procedural workflows) Understanding of material behavior and reaction to impact Experience preparing game-ready destruction setups Ability to test and debug assets within a game engine environment Good understanding of optimization principles for real-time applications Basic knowledge of 3D modeling tools (3ds Max, Maya, or Blender) Familiarity with version control systems, ideally Perforce Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team Understanding of the game production pipeline

Prepare high-quality prefracture setups for props Ensure assets meet project style and technical specifications Test and validate destruction and physics behavior Optimize simulations and geometry Collaborate closely with 3D artists and technical teams Submit finalized assets to the client repository via Perforce Work with the team lead to plan and prioritize tasks