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12/17

Salt Lake City, UT Details

Full Time

Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

Welcome to *** Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are...

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Avalanche is a *** Games studio located in downtown Salt Lake City nestled against the backdrop of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. We've been in the video game business since 1995, creating interactive experiences for fans of the world's largest franchises.Join the team behind the blockbuster open world, action RPG Hogwarts Legacy as we create what's next!

Who We Are...

Avalanche is seeking a talented 3D Artist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a blend of technical skill and creative vision, capable of crafting detailed 3D assets for our dynamic game worlds. You'll work closely with the rest of the art team to develop characters and environments that are both visually stunning and effectively integrated within our game engines.

Your Role Accountabilities...

Create high-quality 3D models following project art and technical specifications.
Collaborate with the art team to conceptualize and implement assets that fit within the game's world.
Utilize software such as Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter to develop models and textures.
Work with technical artists to ensure assets are optimized for performance without compromising artistic integrity.
Assist in refining art pipelines and asset guidelines.
Proactively seek feedback from peers and leads to elevate the quality of the art.
Adapt to new tools and technologies to integrate assets into the game engine.
Manage time effectively to meet deadlines and contribute to team objectives.

Qualifications:

2+ years of experience in 3D modeling and texturing, with a portfolio demonstrating a strong understanding of artistic fundamentals.
Proficient in 3D software (e.g., Maya or 3ds Max), ZBrush, and texturing tools (e.g., Substance Painter or Photoshop).
Familiarity with a game engine such as Unreal Engine 4/5.
Knowledge of asset optimization challenges/techniques for real-time game engines.
Strong sense of scale, form, weight, and volume in 3D space.
Effective communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively in a team setting.
A passion for games and a desire to contribute to the creative process of game development.

How We Get Things Done...

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

The Legal Bits...

*** Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

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4/19

Storybook Artist - Unannounced Disney Junior Series (disney Television Animation)

Burbank, CA Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

About the Role & Team
*** Television Animation is looking for a Storybook Artist to join an unannounced *** Junior project! The Storybook Artist is responsible for creating line art and full-color illustrated panels that depict key scenes and moments from episodes. These Storybooks can be used for focus testing with audiences during the pre-production process.

What You Will Do

Work closely with the production team to create full color, engaging storybook illustrations that depict key scenes and moments from episodes, from thumbnail sketches through delivery of finished illustrations
Use a strong understanding of staging, composition, color design, and character design to bring scenes to life while adhering to the vision and style of the show
Address notes from Executive Producers and Supervising Directors, revise work, and submit completed storybook illustrations in accordance with production schedules
Additional duties as necessary, or as defined by individual contracts

Required Qualifications & Skills

2+ years of experience and/or training in a similar role
Proficiency with digital illustration software and hardware including Cintiq and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator).
A strong portfolio that showcases an ability to create engaging, colorful illustrations
Ability to draw characters and environments that align with the style and sensibility of show
Excellent understanding of art fundamentals including staging, composition, color theory, and character design
Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage your time effectively
Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work well in a team

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge and experience with television animation production pipeline
Experience in children's *** , illustration, or animation

Education
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelors degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of training and/or experience.

Additional Information
Please submit your portfolio and resume to be considered. We look forward to reviewing your application!

The pay rate for this role in California is $53.16 to $62.02 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: *** .

About *** Branded Television:

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise that includes three core business segments: *** Entertainment, *** , and *** Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with *** Pictures , which is part of a business we call *** Branded Television .
*** Pictures is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

4/18

Groom Artist

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

LM's Groom Artist Team sits alongside our Digital Model Shop and Creature Teams. Creating hair, fur and/or feather grooms for characters and creatures as part of the Creature / Character pipeline for high-end VFX projects.

Primary Responsibilities:

Creation of fur/feather/hair/environment grooms for characters, creatures and environments using a mix of off the shelf and ILM proprietary tools
Collaborate with Creature TD's to determine requirements and solutions for dynamics and layouts
Paint colour and specular maps for hair, fur and feathers
Work closely with additional departments in the Creature workflow including Modeling, Animation and Lighting
Maintains or exceeds consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work

Required Skills / Technical Competencies:

Proven experience within a high-end VFX facility
Demo reel and portfolio illustrating knowledge and experience in painting, illustration or design
Familiarity with film production; computer graphics
Attention to detail
Proven Groom skills within a high-end VFX production environment
Ability to learn quickly and assimilate new information
Good interpersonal skills

Preferred Skills / Competencies:

Good organizational skills
Grooming portfolio with creatures, digidoubles, and feathers
Ability to liaise with various parts of the Computer Graphics pipeline
Proficient in Maya, Houdini, Mari (preferred), Zbrush, Photoshop, or Bodypaint
Ability to navigate complex Computer Graphics pipelines
Texture/ Surfacing painting skills a plus

Education / Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts or equivalent with a strong traditional art foundations: including but not limited to figure drawing, concept art and illustration
5+ years relevant experience

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This position is with *** Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call *** .

*** Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** Entertainment, *** , *** Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ILM (Australia) Pty. Ltd. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

4/4

Ilm Immersive Department Supervisor, Creature Dev

San Francisco, CA Details

Full Time

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.

ILM Immersive is *** 's award-winning storytelling studio, pioneering a new era of interactive entertainment in virtual and mixed reality. Formerly known as ILMxLAB, the studio has close to a decade of unparalleled work across multiple platforms.

We are looking for a Department Supervisor of Creature Development to lead a team of exceptional artists by both personally setting the bar in terms of skill-level, and managing each artist's individual performance. This role is responsible for establishing the techniques and processes that bridge the gap *** ween experienced artists/animators and programmers through ownership of the character/prop animation pipeline and implementation of tools to efficiently facilitate the creation of animated assets.

Highly Skilled, Artistic Vision, Performance Management are key words for the Creature Dev Department Supervisor.

What You'll Do

Lead a team of real-time Creature Technical Directors ("TDs") in creating and supporting a complete character development pipeline to accomplish ILM Immersive's mission; develop and hone the team's skills to continuously raise the quality bar
Set the discipline's standard for artistic and technical excellence, efficiency and performance by creating exemplary work that meets project requirements, and providing training and guidance to direct reports
Collaborate closely with artistic directors, cross-functional peers and product owners to achieve the artistic vision of the director(s) and deliver the highest quality characters possible
Oversee the optimization of animated assets to achieve optimal scene performance in the 3D engine
Work with tools engineers to develop appropriate art pipelines, scripts, and plug-ins necessary to ensure the high productivity of the animators and artists; when the development of systems is required, contribute to the visual prototyping of tools, as well as R&D with systems programmers
Partner with Producers in the planning stages of proposed projects to advise on the scope of the work and resource requirements, and make recommendations accordingly; work with production to provide task estimates, track progress, and solve production issues that arise
Establish best practices and workflow for the discipline, and partner with other discipline supervisors to establish cross-functional workflow with other disciplines
Through continuing hands-on work on projects, maintain deep knowledge and user experience on workflow and tools; innovate discipline workflow and keep up to date on new tools/applications/trends in the industry
Collaborate with Talent Resource Managers on talent planning and casting artists to project assignments; act as hiring manager and liaise with the Recruiting team when new staff are needed; assist resource management in evaluating potential third-party production partners and collaborate with new partners to establish workflows
Engage in regular conversations with artists to give performance feedback, facilitate ownership over the TDs' respective specialties, gauge individuals' interests and support their career aspirations, including cross-functional skill-building; perform management duties such as annual performance reviews
Set the cultural tone & reinforce positive behavior within your group. Work with studio leadership to define and continually refine and shape ILM Immersive's culture
Define the discipline's 'Lead Artist' project role per project. Help project leads solve scope, workflow, etc. issues throughout the project as needed
Speak on behalf of the discipline in technology development discussions to ensure that new development aligns with the discipline's strategy and workflow

What We're Looking For

Undergraduate or graduate degree in game development, digital art, computer graphics, game design, or related field or equivalent experience
Minimum of 10 years experience in game development as a Character Technical Artist (or equivalent) and a minimum of 3 shipped/released AAA titles as a Lead artist
Expertise in Maya rigging techniques and experience with being responsible for supporting animation workflows and developing character pipelines and tools on a AAA product
Experience leading and mentoring artists and helping them develop and grow their skills
Artistic eye with advanced understanding of the creation & integration of 3D art & animation
Advanced working knowledge of all the DCC standard software (Maya, 3Ds Max, ZBrush, Photoshop, Substance Tools) and end-to-end content creation pipeline
Excellent technical knowledge and familiarity with AAA game engines, particularly Unreal Engine
Experience in tools and pipeline engineering utilizing Python, PySide/PyQt, and Maya API/Mel scripting
Experience with source control via Perforce or equivalent
Collaborative, team-player attitude: open & receptive to new ideas, constructive criticism, artistic direction and changes
Experience leading artists to meet deadlines and mentoring artists to help them develop and grow their skills
Strategic and analytical thinker with exceptional execution and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent communication skills, especially with regards to illustrating technical processes
Experience in and passion for real-time graphics and content creation for emerging platforms (XR, etc.)
Portfolio that demonstrates professional tech art experience in the following areas: programming, tools and pipeline building, content management and optimization, character modeling, rigging, and animation
Nice to have:
Computer Science Degree or equivalent experience programming in C# or C++
People-management experience
Experience being responsible for outsourced work

*A portfolio/reel submission - including a detailed breakdown of your work in each section - is required with all applications*

The hiring range for this position in San Francisco is $164,000 to $200,000 per year. 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 bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** Entertainment, *** , *** Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with *** Ent Co Ltd, LLC Payroll Svc , which is part of a business we call *** .
*** Ent Co Ltd, LLC Payroll Svc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

3/29

Senior Marketing Artist- Games Optimization Marketing

Los Angeles, CA Details

Full Time

*** Games is looking for experienced Marketing Artists to help us grow our global games portfolio through UA (User Acquisition) and ASO (App Store Optimization) initiatives. This role is a part of the Games Optimization Marketing (GOM) team and will primarily focus on the design and production of creative assets, both hands-on and managed through external partners. For that purpose, the Marketing Artist will work closely with UA/ASO Managers, fellow Marketing Artists, globally situated cross-functional partners and creative agencies. This role will act across regions and have strong ties to teams in Helsinki, Finland, and the US.

Responsibilities

Design and produce video and static creative assets for UA/ASO purposes across our portfolio of 2D and 3D mobile games
Work closely with our UA/ASO Managers to help find creative direction for their requests and deliver high quality results with every asset
Understand asset performance, key points for success per channel and creative type and continuously apply learnings to develop assets with very high performance potential
Help prepare outsourced creative productions and provide feedback to external agencies from an artistic and technical perspective
Ensure art style consistency across assets and correct implementation of brand guidelines and IPs
Align and collaborate with teams across the organization such as Product Discovery & Promotion, Product Marketing, Internal *** , and more
Continuously look for improvements in our processes, tools and communication to increase productivity and overcome technical challenges

Requirements

Vast experience in the design and production of strongly performing UA/ASO creatives, ideally in the context of games, along with a creative portfolio to back it up
Highly effective communication skills and autonomy to provide creative feedback to external agencies, respond to and manage input from stakeholders, propose and describe clear solutions, pitch new ideas, etc.
Performance oriented mindset with the desire to constantly test new creative assets, understand their performance and apply new learnings
Exceptional graphic design, motion graphics, animation and editing skill sets with a keen eye for compositions and typography including practical experience in relevant software (e.g. Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere)
3D generalist skill set allowing you to work with relevant source assets such as character models and manage basic rigging, lighting, posing and animation in relevant software (e.g. Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya)
Basic understanding and some practical experience in Unity to potentially set up scenes in-engine
Fundamental understanding of the App Store and Google Play and common social *** platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Snapchat, etc. and how to best design creatives per channel
Proactive attitude to contribute to meetings, participate in brainstorms, do your own research, pull information when required, etc.
Ability to work across multiple projects at any given time while retaining a clear overview of timelines and project requirements
A sense of ownership to proactively propose the best course of action while also taking other's perspectives into account
Accepting and very welcoming of feedback from various stakeholders to help improve on your work and career path
Willingness and flexibility to work across different time zones *** ween Helsinki, Finland, and the US

Location

Remote USA, Canada
EST preferred, (ideal working hours 8am-5pm EST)

***Please note that a work portfolio will be requested. Add to application if possible.***

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $60,000 - $270,000.

*** provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are im *** tely entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits here.

*** is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity of thought and background builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

3/21

Senior 3d Game Artist, Games Studio

Helsinki, Finland Details

Full Time

Established in September 2022, Moonloot Games is a *** game studio located in Helsinki, Finland. We thrive to become a world-class games studio bringing a variety of delightful and deeply engaging original games to hundreds of millions of *** members around the world. As a part of *** , we strive to hire the best and value integrity, excellence, respect, inclusion, and collaboration.

We are looking for an experienced full-time Senior 3D Game Artist with a strong sensibility for art and the technical ability to create 3D art. This position will work with the Art Director, Designers, and Engineering Team to bring innovative visuals to life in the Unity Engine and Blender.

As a Senior 3D Game Artist at Moonloot you will...

Create textured, skinned and rigged environment and character models in low-mid poly geometry using Blender and in-house tooling
Maintain a given style across a variety of assets, and expand that style to fit the requirements of new assets
Recognizing what design requirements are needed for 3D models, and supporting art vendors and engineers with 3D visualization
Designing, creating, and integrating 3D models from start to finish
Rendering 3D assets for the game
You will work closely with the artists, designers, and engineers on the team, to develop, implement, set dress environments and characters with 3D assets
You will be the link *** ween the artistic and technical teams and therefore it is vital that you are able to develop the needed systems and applications

Ideally, you are...

Available full time in Helsinki or open to relocate to Helsinki
Receptive to working independently and driving the visual style for the 3D assets
Able to communicate ideas clearly and effectively
Self-starter willing to find solutions and ask questions when needed
A person with attention to detail and a desire to make excellent games
An artist proficient with Blender and Unity Engine

Skills & Requirements:

Portfolio demonstrating wide variety of 3D art on mobile games
Shipped games as a Senior 3D Artist in mobile games
Strong game design and communication skills
Experience in testing and debugging your own work, and solving problems and fixing bugs
Performance testing and optimizing 3D assets for mobile platforms

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity of thought and background builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, color, place of birth, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, military ser *** status, or disability status.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

3/12

Artist

Needham, MA Details

Full Time

Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

Welcome to *** Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are...

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

*** Games Boston is a *** Games development studio focused on creating free-to-play games for mobile platforms. The studio is utilizing its extensive expertise in creating persistent online worlds that foster powerful social gaming communities to develop its hit mobile game, Game of Thrones: Conquest.

WB Games Boston is seeking a Artist, Technical to help develop our upcoming mobile title. The responsibilities will include optimizing performance for mobile devices, tool development, shader and graphics development, streamlining workflows, building pipelines, and bridging the space *** ween technology and art. In this role, you will collaborate across art and programming disciplines.

Role Responsibilities...

Assist in the development of 3D assets to achieve the desired art style (shaders, lighting, vfx, rendering, etc).
Help drive, maintain, and support art production pipelines and best practices for Unity development across mobile devices.
Collaborate with artists, engineers, designers, and producers to make decisions that achieve the project vision through an optimized visual experience.
Provide solutions to complex shader and graphical challenges on mobile devices, utilizing all platform advantages to deliver a high quality experience on an array of hardware types.
Write and optimize shaders within Unity for URP.
Within Unity create content that is data driven, integrate and optimize assets.
Write and maintain scripts, test and improve runtime performance.
Write and maintain art tools within Maya and Unity.
Create and maintain character and creature rigs that are optimized for mobile.
Troubleshoot/debug technical issues.

Qualifications & Experience...

3+ years of game experience - Mobile game expertise preferred.
A portfolio to demonstrate your technical skills in Unity or similar platforms, as well as art applications (Maya, Adobe suite, or similar)
Proficiency in various scripting languages (C#, Python, MEL, PyMel)
The ability to create and problem-solve the complex structural art foundations of a project with asset optimization in mind.
Expertise in 3D graphics and 3D production pipelines.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Understanding of the graphic capacities of the current and upcoming mobile market.
Knowledge of graphics rendering and shaders (HLSL).

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

2/22

Lead Groom Artist

Vancouver, Canada Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

Position Summary

ILM's Groom Artist Team sits alongside our Digital Model Shop and Creature Teams. Creating hair, fur and/or feather grooms for characters and creatures as part of the Creature / Character pipeline for high-end VFX projects. The Groom Lead is responsible for the creation of outstanding character and creature grooms. They have experience in leading/mentoring teams, and understanding in all aspects of Groom work in a production pipeline.

What You'll Do

Creation of fur/feather/hair grooms for characters, creatures and props using a mix of off the shelf and ILM proprietary tools
Look after other artists when needed to make sure they are meeting all requirements of the show
Collaborate with Creature TD's to determine requirements and solutions for dynamics
Work closely with additional departments in the Creature workflow including Modeling, Lookdev, Textures and Production for all technical, aesthetic and schedule needs
Participate as a team member in achieving various aesthetic solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production team by attending dailies on a regular basis
Train and mentor new artists as well as provide technical assistance to the show supervisors before and during the production
Maintains or exceeds consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work

What We're Looking For

5+ years of proven experience within a high-end VFX facility
Experience leading and mentoring other artists.
Demo reel and portfolio illustrating knowledge and experience in high end VFX
Familiarity with film production; computer graphics
Attention to detail
Proven Groom skills within a high-end VFX production environment
Ability to learn quickly and assimilate new information
Good interpersonal skills
Expert in Houdini
Nice to have:
- Good organizational skills
- Proficient in Maya, Mari, zbrush, photoshop
- Grooming portfolio with creatures, digidoubles, and feathers
- Ability to liaise with various parts of the Computer Graphics pipeline
- Ability to navigate complex Computer Graphics pipelines

#JoinILM

The hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$122,400 to C$156,800 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.

About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** Entertainment, *** , *** Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ILM (Vancouver) Inc. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

2/8

Senior Groom Artist - Expression Of Interest

Vancouver, Canada Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

This posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration; this is not a role that is open at this time. We anticipate this role may be open in the future, but we are not actively hiring for the position. If you would like to be considered for this potential role, please submit your resume. If the role becomes available, you may receive an email or call from a recruiter.

ILM's Groom Artist Team sits alongside our Digital Model Shop and Creature Teams. Creating hair, fur and/or feather grooms for characters and creatures as part of the Creature / Character pipeline for high-end VFX projects.

What You'll Do

Creation of fur/feather/hair/environment grooms for characters, creatures and environments using a mix of off the shelf and ILM proprietary tools
Collaborate with Creature TD's to determine requirements and solutions for dynamics and layouts
Paint colour and specular maps for hair, fur and feathers
Work closely with additional departments in the Creature workflow including Modeling, Animation and Lighting
Maintains or exceeds consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work

What We're Looking For

Proven experience within a high-end VFX facility
Demo reel and portfolio illustrating knowledge and experience in painting, illustration or design
Familiarity with film production; computer graphics
Attention to detail
Proven Groom skills within a high-end VFX production environment
Ability to learn quickly and assimilate new information
Good interpersonal skills
Nice to have:
Good organizational skills
Grooming portfolio with creatures, digidoubles, and feathers
Ability to liaise with various parts of the Computer Graphics pipeline
Proficient in Maya, Houdini, Mari (preferred), Zbrush, Photoshop, or Bodypaint
Ability to navigate complex Computer Graphics pipelines

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The hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$108,400 to C$138,800 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.

About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** Entertainment, *** , *** Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ILM (Vancouver) Inc. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

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Senior Concept Artist, Games Studio (blue)

Los Angeles, CA Details

Full Time

We're looking for a creative and highly-skilled Senior Concept Artist to help us forge the creative vision on a brand-new AAA PC game. This is a unique opportunity to be at the heart of crafting and bringing to life worlds for one of *** 's first generation of internally developed original games.

As Senior Concept Artist, you will have a meaningful role to play in shaping and directing the world that we are creating. The ideal candidate is a well organized leader with a strong, hands-on background with a devotion for sharing and mentoring. You'll be responsible for generating a variety of industry leading AAA character and environment concepts, as well as help with game design elements for the project. You'll work with the development teams to create environments along with unique and compelling characters that exude personality and help push the visual style.

We're building the foundation for a small, but ambitious, team of creators who's primary goal is to create a game experience that our players want to repeatedly come back to; and as our Senior Concept Artist, you will be able to create, ship, and help run a game without any competing design constraints due to monetization

Quality is something that we are immensely proud to be aiming for, and we are looking at putting the right team together to help take us forward. We're looking for that group of leaders who are aligned with our core values, and care deeply about the experiences they create as well as the people they make them with. Those who bias towards action and are energized by the learning that comes with bold experimentation at an agile pace. As a part of *** , we strive to hire the best and value integrity, excellence, respect, inclusion, and collaboration.

Now is an amazing time to join *** as we seek to entertain the world. We have over 200 million paid members in over 190 countries, and we won't stop there

Responsibilities Include

Be the artistic leader and take ownership for delivering high quality, distinction, and style for our environments
Work closely with the Art Director and Lead Concept Artist to help drive the art style and evolve the vision of the project
Collaborate with the art team to implement and maintain the creative vision for the game
Develop the world that is worthy of a *** film/TV series
Design characters, props, production callouts, system interacts, high vision concept art, color scripts, marketing material and other visual guides and tasks as needed to assist the development team
Develop and maintain strong creative and collaborative partnerships across subject areas to help further develop the game
Proactively contribute to drive the department and studio to the forefront of pioneering Games development

The Ideal Candidate

Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience with 3+ years of it being in a senior artist role.
Experienced in working with external outsource vendors (OS)Has an excellent understanding of art pipelines, dependencies, and overall scope of the project
Strong communication skills and understanding of various art disciplines (animation, character, environment, VFX
Experience designing detailed, modern and forward looking characters
The ability to storyboard and help conceptualize character movement and VFX
You can arbitrate sensitively *** ween creative desires and production requirements
Excellent foundations skills, including composition, design, and color theory and advanced knowledge of human and animal anatomy.
Ability to design for a range of art directions, from photo realistic to stylized.
Strong ideation, brainstorming and documentation skills
Ability to find creative solutions for technically challenging tasks.

Additional and Bonus Skills

Good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Experience with Zbrush and Maya
Experience with Epic's Unreal Engine
VFX concept experience
Passion for gaming
A passion and understanding of world building
Strong portfolio that demonstrates a range of 2D and 3D concepts

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $100,000-$300,000.

*** provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are im *** tely entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits here.

*** is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.