Studio: Laika Studios
Job Opening: VFX Modeler
Location: Hillsboro, Oregon, US
Type: Full-Time
Responsibilities:
- Create and maintain 3D models for use in production.
- Work with the Lead Environment Artist to help realize the aesthetic vision of the production.
- Work with scan data to reproduce or guide model aesthetics.
- Adjust UVs, topology of model deliverables for downstream departments.
- Work with FX artists to produce specific geometry required for simulations.
- Ensure all deliverables meet the needs of all receiving departments.
- Meet deadlines established by Production Management
Qualifications & Skills:
- 3+ years of feature film or relevant industry experience (CG and/or Visual Effects).
- Ability to use Maya for the creation of both hard surface and organic models.
- Experience with ZBrush.
- Understanding and experience in the creation and use of geometry assets in a production setting, including optimization and LOD workflows.
- Knowledge of polygonal, Nurbs, and subdivision surface types.
- Life drawing and sculpting experience, a plus.
- Experience with SpeedTree, Marvelous Designer, Houdini, MOTO, Mudbox, Photoshop, Inventor, TogoGun, a plus.
