Mid Groom Artist (Blender) - UNDISCLOSED PROJECT - Expression of Interest
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Character Supervisor and Groom Lead/Supervisor, the Groom artist provides a hair description of production Assets. The production of these hair descriptions is done in accordance with the internal technical workflow and the artistic vision established on the project. This role is not currently active but is being shared as an expression of interest, with anticipated new positions opening in the coming weeks. The Groom Artist will be required to groom, setup and (depending on the production's needs) shade the hair of assets based on concept art and model sheets provided. They will create hair effects on 3D animated characters, animals, and props, ensuring technical compliance with the production pipeline and workflow. The role involves developing tools for the department, solving problems creatively, and collaborating with modeling, rigging, and surfacing teams to meet technical requirements. The artist must meet deadlines, execute corrections, organize workload, prepare presentations for approval, communicate effectively, and maintain a good team dynamic.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of Blender
- Proficiency in Geometry Nodes
- Experience with Geometry Nodes, Particle System Grooming / Surfacing / Shading
- Comfortable working in a Linux/Unix environment
Nice To Haves
- Skills in Modeling / Rigging
- Experience with Python
Responsibilities
- Create Hair effects on 3D animated characters, animals and props by referring to the artistic direction of the project
- Make sure the delivered assets are technically compliant with the production pipeline and workflow
- Be involved in the development of tools used in the department
- Solve problems creatively
- Collaborate with modeling, rigging and surfacing in order to meet the technical requirements of each department
- Meet the deadlines, timing and production quotas provided by the production coordinator
- Execute the corrections requested by the Supervisor and the Director
- Organize the workload and prepare presentations elements for approval
- Communicate and seek information when necessary
- Maintain a good team dynamic
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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