Texture Artist (All Levels) - Expression of Interest

The Walt Disney Company • San Francisco, CA

13d • $64,300 - $148,700

About The Position

We are looking for a phenomenal teammate to join our Digital Model Shop (DMS) team. The Texture Artist is responsible for creating high quality textures for both organic and hard surface assets used in production. ILM strives to be an inclusive environment, and the DMS (Digital Model Shop) team embraces promising individuals with a variety backgrounds and experiences.

Requirements

• A minimum of three years of professional VFX experience and a college diploma or higher in computer graphics, fine arts, design, photography, or a related field are required; or five years of professional VFX experience may be substituted for education
• A demo reel and/or portfolio showcasing painting, illustration, or design skills and experience is required
• Familiarity with film production and computer graphics is expected
• Detail-oriented and a quick learner, with the ability to readily absorb new information
• Proficient in Mari, Substance, Zbrush, Photoshop
• Experience navigating complex CG pipelines is essential
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• You are a proactive and collaborative team member, eager to contribute your skills

Nice To Haves

• modeling skills
• Feature Animation experience
• an understanding of shaders and Renderman

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the production team (VFX Supervisor, Senior Texture Artist) to achieve the desired look for complex CG models, including creatures, hard surface models (ships, vehicles), and environments
• Create high quality textures for both organic and hard surface assets used in production
• Participates as a team member in determining various design solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis
• Work closely with VFX Supervisor, Modelers, and Look Development TD's in achieving desired look of Photo real models
• Maintain or exceeds consistent level of efficiency while meeting scheduled targets and producing high-quality work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree