Modelling Artist

Please note this is a hybrid position and requires you to work from our Vancouver studio for part of the work week. This is not a remote opportunity. Are you interested in working on Animal Logic's next animated feature with our highly talented team of artists? Are you a whizz with Marvelous Designer, and love the challenge of modeling clothing? We're looking for modellers who will get to work on creative, stylised characters for our upcoming project.What you'll get to do:Interpret 2D designs and translate them into 3D space while maintaining the original artistic intentProduce complex or stylized models to a high standard with a thorough understanding of shape, scale and topologyProduce accurate UVs for models for use in downstream departmentsProduce highly optimised meshes that can be rendered and displayed efficiently for downstream departments such as Rigging, Layout and LightingAssume responsibility for ensuring assigned work is produced to appropriate standard quality within the scheduled timeframe and deadlineMaintain good communication with the Model LeadWhat you bring:3+ years' experience modelling within a VFX or Animated Feature pipelineProficiency with Maya and ZBrushExperience with Marvelous DesignerExperience with Blendshape is not required, but would be a bonusSolid understanding of proper edge flow and polygon densitySolid understanding of the topology for static and deforming objectsExcellent attention to detail and the ability to abstract and interpret design down to its fundamentalsStrong organisational and time management skillsWhat you'll need to include on your application:Turntables, with wireframes, of character and creature modelsWhat we offer you:The opportunity to join a growing, award-winning studio!Conveniently located in vibrant Yaletown, near the heart of downtown VancouverAn inclusive workplace of employees who are passionate about creativity and technologyA chance to contribute to the success of ground-breaking animated feature filmsExposure to a USD pipelineA dedicated Learning and Development and Artist Management team focused on your personal career growthA flexible, hybrid work environmentA generous leave policy including paid annual leave, sick days, as well as 'Volunteer' days to support those causes close to your heart!A world-renowned working environment packed with social clubs, activities and eventsA variety of employee benefits including free gym access, breakfast, use of barista coffee machines, weekly lunches/pastries and snacks galore!If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, then we want to hear from you!The base wage range for this position is $33.65 - $62.50 per hour. The wage offered for this role will be commensurate with, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, years of experience, relevant education, and other applicable qualifications related to the role. The wage offered is based on a 40-hour work week and is not inclusive on Animal Logic's extended benefits package, long-term incentives, bonuses, overtime pay or other components that may be applicable to the total compensation package for this role Movies, Videos, and Sound