Generalist Artist (all levels)
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10102058 Location Mumbai, India Business Industrial Light & Magic Date posted Dec. 09, 2024Job Summary:
What You’ll Do
Create original 2D and 3D content that may comprise part or all of an environment
Create multiple types of mattes from simple to moderately difficult and allocate details based on the shot and feedback
Create high quality computer graphics within a shot using a variety of software programs, work under the general supervision of senior level artists and dial in the look of the element before handing to final comp
Participate in team reviews of work under development
Mentor Apprentice Jr. Artists and be able to assist them with their shots
Meet defined milestones within a timeline by attending dailies and participating in creative problem solving
Create maps in 2D and set up basic shaders for look development
Create basic lighting setups in complex shaders that look convincing and render efficiently
Source suitable reference materials for required assets
What We’re Looking For
At least three years of relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college level diploma or higher in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR at least five years of relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of education
Proven ability in one or more CG techniques, including modeling, texturing, shading, lighting, look development, or compositing; OR, proven artistic ability in a non-CG field (impressive portfolio of figure drawing, landscape, animals, painting, composition, perspective, etc.)
Demo reel required
High level of problem solving or creative thinking skills
Must have extensive knowledge of Matte Painting techniques
Strong English communication skills
Fluent in Photoshop
Fluent in 3dsmax, Maya, Houdini or similar
Fluent in Vray or MRay or similar ray trace renderer
Comparable software experience considered
Demonstrated ability to quickly pick up new software
Strong knowledge and ability in perspective, value matching 35mm photography, physics of light and motion
Understanding 2D compositing software
Good working knowledge of specialist tools and plugins like Multiscatter, Speedtree, etc.
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.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Lucasfilm Visual Effects (India) Private Limited, which is part of a business we call Industrial Light & Magic.