Sr Character Modeler

Industrial Light & Magic; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Light & Magic in Mumbai is seeking experienced modelers to join our team of artists. You will build complex 3D models, including creature/digidoubles, with limited supervision and collaborate to define the look of objects for production pipelines.

Applicants should bring strong Maya and ZBrush skills, excellent time management, and the ability to mentor junior modelers while adapting to new techniques in a fast-paced VFX environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as a modeler or in a role with equivalent level of responsibility in VFX film.
• Expert in Maya and ZBrush.

Responsibilities

• Build complex character models including creature/digidoubles with minimal supervision and art direction.
• Incorporate technical expertise, artistic ability, and a basic understanding of animation and anatomy.
• Work with the team to determine the look for an object.
• Collaborate with production management to ensure deadlines and deliveries are met.
• Build the geometry of computer graphic models for production use.
• Perform other tasks related to creating CG animation.
• Update Supervisors and Production on status of assignments.
• Use presentation and communication skills in dailies/model reviews.

Skills

3D modeling

Maya

ZBrush

Communication

Time management

Mentoring

Education

5+ years VFX modeling experience

Tools

Modo

Mudbox

Mari

Photoshop

Job description

ILM Mumbai studios leverages the expertise and technological know-how developed over 40 years at Industrial Light & Magic combined with the top artists and technicians in the region. Knowledge and culture flow freely between the company’s five studios and the global team shares tools and workflow allowing for seamless collaboration on all shared projects. As we grow ILM Mumbai, we are seeking modelers to join our team of artists and be a part of this exciting opportunity.

Primary Responsibilities

• Build complex character models including creature/digidoubles with minimal supervision and art direction.
• Incorporate technical expertise, artistic ability, and a basic understanding of animation and anatomy.
• Work with the team (Technical Directors, Supervisors, and Animators) to determine the "look" for an object.
• Collaborate with production management to ensure deadlines and deliveries are met.
• Build the geometry of computer graphic models, understanding how they will be used in the production process.
• Perform other tasks related to creating computer‑generated animation.
• Actively update Supervisors and Production on the status of assignments at all times.
• Use presentation and communication skills in dailies/model reviews to outline accomplishments and next steps.
• Anticipate potential problems and know what can be improved and what is good enough.
• Prioritize tasks and provide accurate time estimates for assignment completion.
• Learn and use proprietary software competently.
• Implement requested changes and raise flags promptly if solutions are not quickly found or delays occur.

Required Skills / Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to model a variety of complex 3D objects.
• Sound familiarity with shape deformation tools.
• Communicates well with other production artists and production management.
• Accurately bids and schedules model builds.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior modelers.
• Ability to adapt to and develop new techniques.
• Sets a high standard for all modelers.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Demonstrates ability to work with competency, energy, and enthusiasm within a team environment with minimal supervision to build complex models.
• Good listening and communication skills by openly receiving direction and criticism.

Education / Experience

• At least 5 years of experience as a modeler or in a role with equivalent level of responsibility in VFX film.

Required Technical Skills

• Expert in Maya and ZBrush.

Preferred Skills / Competencies

• Modo, Mudbox, Mari, Photoshop also a plus.