We're looking for a Senior 3D Character Modeller who will be responsible for executing complex CG/3D modelling of characters and creatures for the production with a focus on advanced proxy models, according to the Director’s vision and guided by the look development process.
Requirements
- Construct organic and hard surface models which convey the intent of art department reference and are faithful to the style of the production.
- Expertise in the creation and movement of non-biped creatures.
- Define the three-dimensional form and two dimensional silhouette of all models as briefed and resolve unspecified details as required;
- Follow guidance from the Program/s creative and technical leaders to realize the Directors vision.
- Reconcile the technical requirements of motion picture quality works including efficient use of geometry; an appropriate level of geometric detail; topology suitable for deformation, UV layout and rendering.
- Create, revise and maintain digital character assets and support end users (as required), responding to guidance and review notes from the Director as well as creative and technical supervisors.
- Constructing the shapes of 3D digital character, prop and environment models in Maya, with a strong working knowledge of UV layout techniques.
- Have solid knowledge of digital sculpting in Z-brush and/or Mudbox and be self sufficient in maintaining the workflows between Maya and these packages.
- Ensure that digital assets meet the studio standards, specifications and conventions with respect to appearance and aesthetics, user friendliness, performance, data integrity, and robustness.
- Support and maintain dialogue with other crew members, including Technical Directors, Riggers and Animators, who make use of the digital assets as required.
- Ensure that weekly modelling department milestones and production deadlines are met, and communication to production of any issues that may impact on this successful delivery.
Benefits
- Hybrid working mode, with two days remote a week
- Cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a Kulture Klub dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar!
- Bring dogs to work!
- Career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible.
- Full slate and plans for international expansion so there is always plenty of opportunity for career development.
