Modeling Artist (Environment)

To apply: https://latelieranimation.recruiterbox.com/jobs/fk06ner/

About Us

L’Atelier Animation is an animation studio that specializes in the creation of 3D feature films and television series.

Founded in Montreal in 2012, L’Atelier has distinguished itself by its choice of highly creative projects to work on and its constantly evolving technological infrastructure.

At its core, L’Atelier is a place of creativity, and the studio prides itself on the talent and audacity of all its passionate artists, technicians and managers.

Job description:

The Modeling Artist works under the supervision of the Modeling Supervisor. The artist interprets the 2D model packs and creates a 3D representation that meets the technical requirements and the artistic vision established for the project.

We are currently looking for a skilled Environment Modeling Artist for an animation TV series for Netflix!

Responsibilities:
– Optimize various assets while respecting the project’s artistic direction;
– Create 3D assets while respecting the Supervisor’s direction;
– Maintain timing and production quotas given by the coordination team;
– Execute the corrections requested by the Supervisor and the Director by showing an analytic mind;
– Organize the workload and prepare presentation elements for approval;
– Communicate and research information if necessary;
– Maintain a good team dynamics;

Qualifications:
– College diploma or equivalent in 3D computer graphics;
– Minimum 3 to 4 years of experience as a Character or Environment Modeling Artist in a film production environment / animation TV series or visual effects;
– Must be capable of creating a model using the appropriate topology and have strong skills with UV mapping;
– Have a strong sense of perspective, proportion, anatomy, character design and the mechanical function of characters, especially facials;
– Work experience with Z-BRUSH is a plus;
– Strong knowledge of MAYA;
– Knowledge of PHOTOSHOP is a plus;
– Must be comfortable using a LINUX/UNIX environment;
– Knowledge of rigging techniques is a plus;
– Knowledge of an asset manage such as SHOTGUN is a plus;

Only the selected candidates will be contacted. Please note that you may be asked to provide references. L’Atelier Animation is an equal opportunity employer. L’Atelier animation takes care of the well-being of its employees and offers a range of benefits: group health insurance, sick days, a basket of fresh fruit, social activities, etc.

Status: Full-Time/Fixed-term contract
Annual Salary: Based on experience
Planned start date: Summer 2018