Modeling Supervisor
Eyeline
Job Summary
The Modeling Supervisor at Eyeline is responsible for the artistic and technical quality of all 3D models for production. This role involves establishing workflows, managing and training the modeling team, and collaborating with other Supervisors and Directors to ensure efficient asset transfer while meeting creative and scheduling demands. Key responsibilities include creating high-quality models and UVs, designing conceptual to practical modeling, and proactively recommending pipeline improvements.
Must Have
- Create high-quality models and UVs for production, implementing improvements based on feedback.
- Design and implement high-level conceptual to practical modeling.
- Mentor, train, and manage the modeling team in technical and creative capacities.
- Lead the team to deliver production needs on time and to expected quality standards.
- Oversee daily activities, establishing best practice workflows and guidelines.
- Proactively recommend pipeline improvements, identify issues, and provide solutions.
- Maintain positive relationships with stakeholder departments.
- Work within the defined pipeline.
- Ensure continuity and support other asset departments (texture, lookdev, Generalists, rigging).
- Guide artists' professional development, provide feedback, and resolve performance issues.
- Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
- Minimum five (5) years of VFX experience modeling photorealistic assets for live-action feature films.
- Minimum two (2) years in a leadership role.
- Expert in Maya, capable of teaching and troubleshooting.
- Excellent knowledge of Zbrush and/or Mudbox.
- Excellent technical troubleshooting skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to take a design from ambiguous to full design implementation.
- Strong understanding of rigging process and displacement map workflow.
- Eye for detail and ability to QA own work.
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills, experience under tight deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Team player able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Good to Have
- Mari knowledge.
- Experience working on creatures, Digi doubles, topology, and blend shapes.
Job Description
The Modeling Supervisor is responsible for the artistic and technical quality of all 3D models created for the production. In this role, you will be responsible for establishing workflows, managing the modeling team, and training artists. In addition, you will collaborate with other Supervisors and Directors on the production to ensure the modeling assets are passed across departments with efficiency while meeting the creative and scheduling requirements of the production.
Key Responsibilities
- Creates high-quality models and UVs for use in production; implement improvements/changes based on review feedback and Supervisor/Lead direction
- Designs and implements high level conceptual to practical modeling
- Mentors, trains, and manages the modeling team both in technical and creative capacities
- Leads the team to deliver the production needs on time and to the expected quality standards
- Oversees the daily activities leading the department, and establishing best practice workflows and guidelines for the team
- Proactively recommends ongoing pipeline improvements; Identifies potential issues and provides solutions, and escalates as needed
- Maintains a positive relationship with all stakeholder departments; attend meetings as needed
- Works within the defined pipeline
- Ensures continuity and support other asset departments such as texture, lookdev, Generalists, and rigging
- Works closely with management to guide artists overall professional development by providing performance feedback, mentoring, resolving performance issues and maintaining positive morale within the team
- Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner
Qualifications
- Minimum five (5) years of VFX experience modeling photorealistic assets for live-action feature films
- Minimum two (2) years in a leadership role
- Expert in Maya; could teach a class on how to use it and troubleshoot
- Excellent knowledge of Zbrush and/or Mudbox. Mari knowledge (a plus)
- Excellent technical troubleshooting skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to take a design from ambiguous to full design implementation
- Strong understanding of rigging process and displacement map workflow
- Experience working on creatures, Digi doubles, topology, and blend shapes (preferred)
- Eye for detail and able to QA own work to ensure the highest quality before handing off assets
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills; experience working under tight deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Team player who is able to work independently with minimal supervision
About Us
Eyeline is a global creative studio partnering with storytellers to turn their ambitions into stunning reality. By blending the time-honored craft of filmmaking with breakthrough technologies, we unlock bold, cinematic visions at scale. Our three pillars - VFX, Studios and Labs - form the creative spine of Eyeline, guiding how we think, work, and show up in every frame.
At Eyeline, we believe technology serves artistry and our people are the soul behind everything we do, deepening creative connection, rather than replacing it. We build worlds with exceptional craft and precision, working hand in hand with our creative partners from concept to final pixel.
Netflix Investment- Eyeline
With the support of Netflix’s investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce, we’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in visual effects and virtual production technology. In addition to our work with Netflix, we continue to partner with a wide range of long-standing and new clients worldwide.
Come as you are
We are looking for those seeking to take risks with us, those driven by passion for their craft. To us, these are key ingredients that we look for in our team. We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application. When you apply for a role with us, you will receive consideration based solely on your qualifications.
We will only consider applicants based in Seoul or surroundings, or those willing to relocate.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.