Modeling Lead
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Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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- Create high quality models and UVs for use in production; implement improvements/changes based on review feedback and Supervisor/Lead direction
- Design and implement high level conceptual to practical modeling
- Proactively recommend ongoing pipeline improvements; Identifies potential issues and provides solutions, and escalates as needed
- Maintain positive relationship with all stakeholder departments; attend meetings as needed
- Work within the defined pipeline
- Ensure continuity and support other asset departments such as texture, lookdev, Generalists and rigging
- Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
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- Minimum five (5) years of VFX experience modeling photorealistic assets for live action feature films
- Two (2) years in leadership role
- Expert in Maya; could teach a class on how to use it and trouble shoot
- Excellent knowledge of Zbrush and/or Mudbox. Mari knowledge (a plus)
- Excellent technical trouble shooting skills and problem solving abilities
- Demonstrated ability to take design from ambiguous to full design implementation
- Strong understanding of rigging process and displacement map work flow
- Experience working on creatures, digi doubles, topology and blend shapes (preferred)
- Eye for detail and able to QA own work to ensure 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
BENEFITS
We offer extended medical, disability and dental insurance.
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