Groom Artist - Film & Episodic

Framestore Limited; London; On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Groom Artists/Technical Directors to create stunning hair, fur, and feather grooms for high-end VFX film projects. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with talented teams across Modelling, Rigging, Animation, and Lighting to ensure the highest standards in character and creature design. Embrace your creativity in a dynamic environment that values innovation and collaboration. Join a company that is committed to excellence and inclusivity, where your contributions will help shape the future of visual storytelling.

Qualifications

• Experience in creating hair, fur, and feather grooms for characters.
• Strong knowledge of Maya and CG creature projects.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality hair, fur, and feather grooms for characters.
• Collaborate with various departments for seamless production.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Experience in a similar role

Experience on CG creature projects

Knowledge of Maya

Tools

Framestore's proprietary grooming tools

Unix/Linux systems

Job description

The multi-Oscar-winning creative Film & Episodic at Framestore has worked with some of the greatest storytellers in film today. Collaborating with directors and producers across the complete filmmaking process to help design, plan, and create beautiful images, we focus on finding innovative creative solutions to support their vision and set new standards for visual effects in cinema.

Framestore combines talent and technology to bring life to everything we create. Driven by creativity and inspired by the future, we set out every day to reframe the possible.

We are looking for Groom Artists/Technical Directors to create hair, fur, and/or feather grooms for characters and creatures in high-end VFX film projects.

About the role

This is an existing role within our team. This role involves creating high-quality hair, fur, and feather grooms for characters and creatures using Framestore's proprietary grooming tools. The position requires close collaboration with Creature FX simulation TDs to ensure dynamic requirements are met and guide hair layouts are optimized. Additionally, the groom artist will work closely with other departments involved in the creature workflow, including Modelling, Rigging, Animation, and Lighting, to ensure seamless integration throughout the production pipeline.

What you’ll do

• The creation of hair/fur/feather grooms for characters and creatures using Framestore's proprietary grooming tools.
• Close liaison with Creature FX simulation TDs over the requirements for dynamics and the layout of guide hairs.
• Liaison with other departments involved in the creature workflow - Modelling, Rigging, Animation, and Lighting.

Minimum Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience on CG creature projects.
• A thorough knowledge of Maya.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• An appreciation of both the aesthetic and technical requirements of the role.
• A good eye for detail.
• A strong work ethic, and a willingness to be involved in both development and shot execution.
• The ability to work as part of a team in a challenging and deadline-oriented environment.
• A good understanding of pipeline and workflow issues.
• Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to liaise across departments.

You might also have

• Experience of working under a Unix/Linux systems environment.
• Experience with dynamic hair simulation or other forms of dynamics.

Accessibility Statement

Our London studio is fully accessible, with step-free entry, accessible toilets on all floors, and quiet spaces available. We are committed to supporting disabled colleagues and providing an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Application Process & Deadline

To apply, please complete the linked application form or email your resume and portfolio to [e-mail] with the subject line: [Groom - London].

We review all applications manually and do not use artificial intelligence to screen candidates. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know—we are happy to accommodate your needs.