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What studios look for in an FX TD reel in 2026
Supervisors spend under two minutes on a reel. Here's how to make those minutes count.
Industry
Solaris is now a hiring requirement for lighters
More of our lighting briefs ask for USD and Solaris by name. Here's what that means for your next move.
Careers
Contract or permanent? Questions to ask before you choose
Day rates look attractive. Here's what to weigh before you leave a staff role.
Hiring
Writing a Houdini job spec candidates actually respond to
"Houdini experience required" attracts everyone and no one. Be specific.
Careers
From generalist to TD: the VEX you need first
You don't need to write a solver. You do need to be comfortable with attributes.
Industry
Why PDG engineers are the hardest Houdini hire right now
Studios want them, and very few people have done it at scale.