Groom Artist

Line Gatos Advanced Imaging And Visual Effects India LLP; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Eyeline is seeking a Groom Artist to create photo-real hair, fur and feather grooms for digital doubles and creatures. You will work with modeling, surfacing, rigging and CFX to ensure seamless pipeline integration.

This role requires a sharp eye for detail, strong technical understanding of grooming, rendering principles and the ability to troubleshoot issues across simulation, textures and rendering. Collaboration and time management are essential to meet project deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or diploma in digital arts or equivalent preferred.
• Working knowledge of grooming software; Houdini is required.
• Strong understanding of hair, fur and feather anatomy, physics and rendering principles.
• Experience with character rigging, modeling and texturing as it relates to grooming.
• Attention to detail and ability to QA work before handoff.
• Experience with creatures, digital doubles, topology and blend shapes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create photo-real hair, fur and feather grooms for digital doubles and creatures.
• Collaborate with modeling, surfacing, rigging and CFX to integrate grooms into the pipeline.
• Implement improvements based on supervisor feedback.
• Troubleshoot grooming issues related to simulation, texturing, rendering and integration.
• Optimize grooms for performance and memory efficiency without sacrificing visual fidelity.
• Maintain high quality and consistency across groom assets.
• Work independently on tasks while collaborating with team members.
• Meet project deadlines and adhere to technical specs.
• Learn new workflows quickly and adapt to methods.
• Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.

Skills

Grooming artistry

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Problem solving

Time management

QA of assets

Education

Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Digital Arts or equivalent

Tools

Houdini

Nuke

Mari

V-Ray

3dsMax

Python

VEX

Job description

Eyeline is a global team of risk takers, innovators and perfectionists who achieve creative visions and have fun doing it. A dynamic workforce nestled within the industry’s most intriguing cities, united by a drive to push the boundaries of storytelling. Learn more.

The Groom Artist is responsible for creating high-quality hair, fur, and feather grooms for characters and creatures, ensuring they meet artistic and technical specifications for visual effects projects. This role requires a strong eye for detail, technical proficiency, and the ability to work collaboratively within a production pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Create photo-real hair, fur, and feather grooms for digital doubles and creatures
• Work closely with modeling, surfacing, rigging, and CFX departments to ensure seamless integration of grooms into the pipeline
• Implement improvements and changes based on review feedback from supervisors and leads
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to grooming, including simulation, texturing, rendering, and integration
• Optimize grooms for performance and memory efficiency without compromising visual fidelity
• Maintain a high standard of quality and consistency across all groom assets in the project
• Work independently on defined tasks while collaborating with other artists and supervisors during the look development process
• Adhere to project deadlines and technical specifications
• Learn and adapt to new workflows and methods quickly
• Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Digital Arts or equivalent experience (preferred)
• Working knowledge of industry-standard grooming software, Houdini, is required
• Strong understanding of hair, fur, and feather anatomy, physics, and rendering principles
• Demonstrable experience with character rigging, modeling, and texturing workflows as they relate to grooming
• Excellent artistic eye for detail, form, and realism
• Excellent technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience working on creatures, digital doubles, topology, and blend shapes (preferred)
• Eye for detail and able to QA their own work to ensure the highest quality before assets handoff
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills; experience working under tight deadlines
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision as well as a team player
• A clear understanding of color space, shading, lighting, and rendering methodologies
• Experience with Nuke/Mari/V-Ray/3dsMax is a plus
• Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, VEX) is a plus
• Experience with character simulation is a plus

About Us

Eyeline is a global creative studio partnering with storytellers to turn their ambitions into stunning reality. By blending the time-honored craft of filmmaking with breakthrough technologies, we unlock bold, cinematic visions at scale. Our three pillars - VFX, Studios and Labs - form the creative spine of Eyeline, guiding how we think, work, and show up in every frame. At Eyeline, we believe technology serves artistry and our people are the soul behind everything we do, deepening creative connection, rather than replacing it. We build worlds with exceptional craft and precision, working hand in hand with our creative partners from concept to final pixel.

Netflix Investment- Eyeline

With the support of Netflix’s investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce, we’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in visual effects and virtual production technology. In addition to our work with Netflix, we continue to partner with a wide range of long-standing and new clients worldwide.

Come as you are

We are looking for those seeking to take risks with us, those driven by passion for their craft. To us, these are key ingredients that we look for in our team. We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application. When you apply for a role with us, you will receive consideration based solely on your qualifications. At Eyeline, we see a future that feels familiar. We blend the heart and time-honored craft of filmmaking with the new forms of technology to unlock bold, cinematic visions at scale. We value the convergence of human inspiration and new ways of creating.