Lead CG Generalist

Hyderabad Fixed Term

About Boon FX

Recognized as a fast-rising creative force in visual effects and animation, Boon FX is a high-end studio delivering world-class work across film, episodic, advertising, animation, and immersive experiences.

With a growing team of passionate artists and technologists, Boon FX partners with visionary storytellers to craft compelling visuals that push creative and technical boundaries. From cinematic blockbusters to branded storytelling, we focus on elevating every frame with precision, performance, and artistry.

We collaborate with global production companies, streaming platforms, agencies, and independent creators who demand both excellence and reliability. Every project is driven by innovation, collaboration, and an uncompromising commitment to quality.


Lead CG Generalist

The Lead CG Generalist is responsible for driving both the creative and technical execution of CG work across projects.

With a strong grasp across multiple CG disciplines, you lead the development of assets and shots from concept through final render—balancing artistic vision with technical precision. You establish efficient workflows, maintain consistency, and ensure high-quality output across the pipeline.

Working closely with supervisors and cross-functional teams, you guide artists, optimize processes, and take ownership of sequences while delivering results in a fast-paced production environment.


Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Execution

  • Lead the development and execution of CG assets and shots across projects.
  • Own sequences from setup through final delivery.
  • Provide guidance, feedback, and mentorship to team members.

Multi-Disciplinary Expertise

  • Handle a wide range of tasks including modeling, lookdev, texturing, lighting, animation, FX, and rendering.
  • Drive both creative and technical setup of assets and sequences.
  • Adapt across different projects and production requirements.

Technical Direction

  • Ensure visual consistency, render efficiency, and pipeline alignment across all work.
  • Review and QC lighting setups to maintain best practices and optimized render times.
  • Oversee asset publishing and ensure usability across departments.

Pipeline & Collaboration

  • Collaborate closely with compositing teams to ensure clean, production-ready renders.
  • Maintain strong alignment with production pipelines and inter-department workflows.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors, production, and technical teams.

Qualifications

  • 6–10+ years of experience in a VFX or animation studio environment.
  • Strong leadership and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to own sequences and drive them from setup through delivery.
  • Comfortable working across disciplines with minimal supervision.
  • Strong understanding of production pipelines and inter-department workflows.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a CG Generalist with strong multi-disciplinary skills.
  • Solid understanding of the end-to-end CG pipeline.
  • Strong artistic eye with attention to detail in lighting, shading, and composition.
  • Ability to balance quality with production timelines.

Software Proficiency

  • Maya, Houdini
  • Substance / Mari
  • ZBrush, Photoshop
  • Nuke
  • ShotGrid (or similar tracking tools)
  • Experience with lookdev and lighting workflows in Houdini

Nice to Have

  • Experience with complex FX or simulation workflows.
  • Strong background in both hard surface and organic asset creation.
  • Scripting knowledge (Python) for pipeline efficiency.
  • Experience working across film, episodic, and advertising projects.

What We’re Looking For

  • A versatile artist with both creative and technical strength.
  • Strong ownership mindset and leadership presence.
  • Ability to guide teams while staying hands-on.
  • Passion for delivering high-quality visuals in a fast-paced environment.