Overview
Senior Modeling / Texturing Artist
Job Overview
Elevate our creative endeavors as a Senior Modeling/Texturing Artist in our Animation/Modeling team. As a seasoned professional, you will take a lead role in crafting exceptional 3D models and textures, contributing to the visual brilliance of our projects. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll bring your expertise to align the artistic vision with project goals, ensuring a seamless integration of assets into the animation pipeline.
Key Responsibilities
Provide leadership and mentorship to modeling and texturing artists, fostering a culture of excellence and creativity.
Bring a wealth of experience to the team, guiding the creation of high-quality 3D models and textures.
Set the artistic direction for projects, ensuring alignment with overall creative vision and project objectives.
Collaborate closely with animators, riggers, and other team members to understand project requirements and integrate assets effectively.
Contribute to project discussions, offering artistic insights and solutions.
Oversee the quality assurance process, conducting thorough reviews of models and textures to uphold the highest standards.
Provide constructive feedback and implement revisions as needed.
Identify opportunities for workflow improvements and contribute to the development of efficient processes.
Collaborate with technical teams to implement industry-best practices and tools.
Foster continuous learning and development within the team, providing mentorship and training opportunities.
Qualifications
Must be proficient in relevant software including Maya,Arnold,Photoshop, Substance Painter and Zbrush
Experience with Bifrost, Houdini, Blender, Substance Designer, Mari a big plus
Expert understanding of topology and UV creation
Optimized workflows within standard software
Able to adapt to different styles and treatments to match client expectations
CG modeling/texturing experience required working in an Animation, Gaming, or Digital Visual Effects Studio.
CG experience creating and texturing models in Maya
Able to build and texture unique and/or complicated sets
Able to build and texture unique and/or complicated characters
Able to build and texture vehicles
Show an aptitude or specialize in characters or set modeling and texturing
Scripting ability in relevant languages including Python highly desirable
Assist with R & D development for new assets
Assist with training and mentoring Junior and Intermediate Artists
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to take feedback and apply it practically to your asset tasks
Location
Vancouver, British Columbia
Department
Assets
Employment Type
Full-Time
Compensation
$70,000 – $90,000 annually
Please apply online on Our Website
About ICON Creative Studio
ICON Creative Studio is Canada’s largest independently owned animation entertainment company, located in the historic Gastown district of Vancouver, BC. Our talented team includes specialists across the entire animation pipeline, working alongside creative and management professionals to deliver outstanding animated content.
Known for our commitment to quality, efficiency, and timely deliveries, ICON has partnered with distributors, broadcasters, and leading streaming platforms worldwide to create and produce noteworthy, impactful projects.
We operate from a holistic philosophy, leveraging the unique skill sets of our team members to maximize production efficiency while maintaining an optimal balance of creativity and quality on-screen.
