Visual Effects Artist - Grooming Specialist
ILM's Groom Artist Team collaborates with our Digital Model Shop and Creature Teams to create 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 proprietary tools.
* Collaborate with Creature TDs 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.
Requirements:
* 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.
* Proven Groom skills within a high-end VFX production environment.
* Ability to learn quickly and assimilate new information.
* Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
About the Position:
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in visual effects and grooming, with excellent communication and teamwork skills. They will be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, meeting deadlines and producing high-quality work.
About ILM:
ILM is a world-leading visual effects company, creating stunning images for some of the biggest films and commercials out there. We're passionate about innovation and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in visual effects. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we'd love to hear from you.