Simon Bütler
Fx Technical Director @Wētā Fx
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WORK HISTORY
Fx Technical Director @Wētā Fx
Vancouver, BC, CA
2025] Superman- Water Simulation- Green Lantern Effect[2025] The Last of Us- Snow & Volume
EDUCATION
Vanarts
Visual Effects For Film and Television,Nuke, Houdini and Maya, VFX
Berufsschule Sarnen
apprenticeship diploma, Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General
ABOUT SIMON BÜTLER
I’ve spent the last 13 years helping shape worlds on screen as an FX Technical Director, contributing to 30+ blockbuster films including Avatar 3, Avengers: Infinity War & Endgame, and the Fast & Furious franchise. I developed Houdini simulations and setups with stunning visuals for world-class studios like Wētā FX, Digital Domain, and DNEG — ensuring shots were delivered on time and at the highest quality.Before VFX, I spent a decade as a chef — an unusual path that taught me discipline, precision, and creativity under pressure. That foundation fuels my unique approach: blending artistry with technicality and a systems-driven mindset. Whether solving complex FX challenges or mentoring junior artists, I thrive at the intersection of craft & collaboration.I am currently expanding my impact beyond production — coaching ambitious creators and teaching the next generation of FX artists to build a solid foundation. My goal is to combine blockbuster experience with people development, helping individuals unlock their full potential.
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