Senior Environment Modeller (DNEG Animation)

Dneg; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

DNEG Animation seeks an Environment Modeller to craft high-end 3D environments and set pieces for animated projects. You will interpret designs from the Production Designer and work with Development Artists and Layout to turn concepts into build-ready assets.

Ideal candidates have production experience in animation, strong attention to detail, and solid Maya/ZBrush skills. You will join a collaborative team at DNEG's London studio.

Qualifications

• Experience on high-level animated content.
• Production experience as an Environment Modeller.
• Degree in Computer Animation or equivalent.
• Strong communication within large teams and pipelines.
• Proficiency in Maya or ZBrush for traditional sculpting.
• Good sense of form, scale and proportion.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 3D environments and set pieces.
• Collaborate with Production Designer, Development Artists and Layout.
• Ensure models meet performance and pipeline requirements.
• Identify and communicate any model performance issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong eye for form

Team collaboration

Pipeline understanding

Education

Degree in Computer Animation or equivalent

Tools

Maya

ZBrush

Unreal Engine

Job description

Since 2014, DNEG Animation has been collaborating with filmmakers and IP owners to create high-end animated content. Currently in production on major animated projects we are looking for new talent to join our growing team. Thriving on collaboration and the creative energy it provides, we will craft together spectacular visuals and bring to life the vision of both major Hollywood studios and independent productions! Visit our website to find out more about Animation at DNEG: https://www.dneg.com/dneg-animation/ Having established ourselves as a key player in Animation, we rely on our talented modellers to create highly detailed, appealing environments that establish the world for an Animated project.

Our team have the ability to build complex 3D environments and set pieces by taking direction from the Production Designer and working alongside Development Artists and the Layout Department to convert designs into builds and models. Appeal is key at DNEG and we expect our Modellers to have a strong eye for detail and aesthetic design.

You’ll be experienced enough to anticipate and communicate any model performance issues and ensure adherence to the Animation production pipeline protocols.

Must Have

• Experience working on a high-level Animated content.
• Production experience as an Environment Modeller.
• Degree in Computer Animation or relevant course.
• Strong communication skills when working as part of a large team & pipeline.
• Traditional sculpting techniques using digital tools such as Maya or Z-brush.
• A strong sense of form, scale and proportion.

Nice to Have

• Experience in Unreal Engine or other real-time rendering softwares

About You

• Meticulous.
• Highly motivated.
• Team oriented.
• Able to learn in house work flows and methodologies.
• Able to adapt to changing requirements or briefs.
• Resourceful.

About Us

We are DNEG, one of the world's leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney). At DNEG, we fundamentally believe that embracing our differences is a vital component of our collective success. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive work environment for our global teams, where everyone feels they matter and belong. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of background, experience or disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments or support during the application process, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We look forward to meeting you!