Texture Artist

2 Months ago • 3-5 Years • 3D Art • $65,000 PA - $83,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Texture Artist at ILM's Digital Model Shop (DMS) creates high-quality textures for organic and hard-surface assets (creatures, vehicles, environments) used in film production. This hybrid role requires collaboration with the production team (VFX Supervisor, Senior Texture Artist) to achieve the desired look. Responsibilities include creating textures using software like Mari, Substance, ZBrush, and Photoshop; participating in design solutions and providing feedback; working closely with modelers and look development TDs; and maintaining efficiency while meeting production targets. The ideal candidate possesses a minimum of 3 years (or 5 years without a degree) of professional VFX experience, a strong portfolio showcasing painting/illustration skills, and proficiency in the mentioned software. Experience navigating complex CG pipelines is crucial.
Must have:
  • 3+ years VFX experience or 5 years without degree
  • Proficient in Mari, Substance, Zbrush, Photoshop
  • Strong portfolio showcasing artistic skills
  • Collaboration and communication skills
  • Experience with complex CG pipelines
Good to have:
  • Modeling skills
  • Feature animation experience
  • Understanding of shaders and Renderman

Job Details

Job Summary:

This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work 2-3 days onsite at a Company designated location and occasionally from home.

Position Summary

We are looking for a phenomenal teammate to join our Digital Model Shop (DMS) team. The Texture Artist is responsible for creating high quality textures for both organic and hard surface assets used in production.

At ILM, a good idea is a good idea, regardless of where it comes from! Do you thrive in a creative environment? Do you enjoy sharing knowledge and learning from others? If you love art, technology, and movies, then this might be the role you’re looking for!

ILM strives to be an inclusive environment, and the DMS (Digital Model Shop) team embraces promising individuals with a variety backgrounds and experiences.

What You’ll Do

  • Collaborate with the production team (VFX Supervisor, Senior Texture Artist) to achieve the desired look for complex CG models, including creatures, hard surface models (ships, vehicles), and environments

  • Create high quality textures for both organic and hard surface assets used in production

  • Participates as a team member in determining various design solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis

  • Work closely with VFX Supervisor, Modelers, and Look Development TD's in achieving desired look of Photo real models

  • Maintain or exceeds consistent level of efficiency while meeting scheduled targets and producing high-quality work

What We’re Looking For

  • A minimum of three years of professional VFX experience and a college diploma or higher in computer graphics, fine arts, design, photography, or a related field are required; or five years of professional VFX experience may be substituted for education

  • A demo reel and/or portfolio showcasing painting, illustration, or design skills and experience is required

  • Familiarity with film production and computer graphics is expected

  • Detail-oriented and a quick learner, with the ability to readily absorb new information

  • Proficient in Mari, Substance, Zbrush, Photoshop. Experience navigating complex CG pipelines is essential

  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

  • You are a proactive and collaborative team member, eager to contribute your skills

  • Bonus points for modeling skills, Feature Animation experience, and an understanding of shaders and Renderman

As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required.

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The hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$85,900.00 to C$109,900.00 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.

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