Hard Surface/Creature Modeler (All Levels) - ILM London
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Position Summary
Are you passionate about bringing characters and worlds to life through expert modeling? Join ILM as a Modeler and contribute to the creation of groundbreaking CG creatures, hard-surface models, and production assets. We’re looking for a skilled artist with a deep understanding of anatomy, form, function and technical workflows to collaborate with our texturing and creature development teams alongside our production crew.
What You’ll Do:
Design and build 3D characters, digital doubles and creatures with a focus on anatomy, form, and realism, ensuring they are ready for texturing, rigging, and animation.
Create hard-surface models and support the construction of environmental assets when required.
Utilise advanced modeling tools to craft the geometry and structure of models that meet the technical and artistic needs of production.
Collaborate with a cross-functional team, including Animators, Texture Artists, and other Modelers, to achieve the desired look and functionality of assets.
Incorporate artistic skill and technical expertise to develop models that seamlessly integrate into the production pipeline.
Participate in creative discussions and provide feedback during team reviews.
What We’re Looking For:
Proven professional experience in VFX modeling and sculpting with a portfolio that demonstrates expertise in modeling photorealistic assets.
Strong spatial awareness and technical skills for the construction of complex hard surface assets.
Proven experience in creating assets in a feature film or production environment.
Proficiency in Maya and Zbrush.
Ability to use node networks and procedural workflows is a plus.
Strong organisational and time-management abilities to navigate schedules and meet project demands.
Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and assimilate new information quickly.
A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and a keen eye for realism.
A solid understanding of film production and computer graphics workflows.
Preferred Skills:
Fundamental skills in subdivision surface modelling.
A basic understanding of the full CG pipeline.
Production experience with industry-standard tools and software.
Be part of a creative and innovative team where your artistry will help shape the future of visual storytelling. Apply now to take your career to the next level with ILM!
As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required.
This role is Hybrid, which means the employee will be required to work a minimum of 2 days on-site per week at a Company designated location, and occasionally from home.
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About Industrial Light & Magic:
Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.
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