Shot Sculpt Artist

1 Month ago • All levels • Animation

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Shot Sculpt Artist at DNEG Animation, you'll be responsible for the final touches on characters post-animation. Key responsibilities include fixing mesh deformations, refining anatomy and musculature, sculpting wrinkles, and resolving mesh penetrations. This role requires advanced anatomy sculpting skills and proficiency in Maya. A strong understanding of animation principles and timing is beneficial, as is experience with Houdini. You'll collaborate closely with supervisors to ensure the highest quality standards are met. The position demands attention to detail and a positive team-oriented approach.
Must have:
  • Advanced anatomy sculpting skills
  • Advanced Maya user
  • Mesh deformation fixing
  • Anatomy refinement
  • Strong attention to detail
Good to have:
  • Animation knowledge
  • Houdini knowledge
  • Team spirit

Job Details

Description

Position at DNEG

Job Description:
As a Shot Sculpt Artist, you will work closely with Show Supervisors and will be responsible for giving the final touches to the characters post animation is done.
Main roles would be fixing bad mesh deformations, refining anatomy, sculpting muscle, cloth wrinkles, fixing mesh penetrations as per the requirements.
Qualifications:
Advanced anatomy sculpting skills and understanding of how forms change with movement.
Advanced Maya user.
A strong notion of timing and animation knowledge is a plus.
Houdini knowledge is a plus.
Strong team spirit and positive attitude.
Attention to detail.


About Us
We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

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About The Company

DNEG is a world-leading visual entertainment services company for the creation of feature film, television, and multiplatform content, with worldwide offices and studios across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

 

DNEG’s critically acclaimed work has earned the company seven Academy Awards® for Best Visual Effects and numerous BAFTA, Primetime EMMY® Awards and VES Awards for its high-quality VFX work. 


Visit www.dneg.com for DNEG’s current and upcoming projects on behalf of Hollywood and global studio and production company.

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