Modeling Supervisor

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

Job summary

Line Gatos Advanced Imaging And Visual Effects India LLP is seeking an experienced VFX Modeler to create high-quality models and oversee the modeling team. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of five years in VFX, with expertise in Maya and leadership experience.

This role involves mentoring team members, delivering production requirements on time, and maintaining high-quality standards. Responsibilities include leading the team, overseeing daily activities, and enhancing workflow practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of VFX experience modeling photorealistic assets for live-action feature films.
• Minimum two years in a leadership role.
• Expert in Maya with excellent knowledge of Zbrush and/or Mudbox.

Responsibilities

• Creates high-quality models and UVs for production.
• Mentors and manages the modeling team.
• Leads the team to deliver production needs on time.

Skills

Maya

Zbrush

Mudbox

Technical troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Creates high-quality models and UVs for use in production; implement improvements/changes based on review feedback and Supervisor/Lead direction
• Designs and implements high level conceptual to practical modeling
• Mentors, trains, and manages the modeling team both in technical and creative capacities
• Leads the team to deliver the production needs on time and to the expected quality standards
• Oversees the daily activities leading the department, and establishing best practice workflows and guidelines for the team
• Proactively recommends ongoing pipeline improvements; Identifies potential issues and provides solutions, and escalates as needed
• Maintains a positive relationship with all stakeholder departments; attend meetings as needed
• Works within the defined pipeline; Ensures continuity and support other asset departments such as texture, lookdev, Generalists, and rigging
• Works closely with management to guide artists overall professional development by providing performance feedback, mentoring, resolving performance issues and maintaining positive morale within the team
• Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of VFX experience modeling photorealistic assets for live-action feature films
• Minimum two (2) years in a leadership role
• Expert in Maya; could teach a class on how to use it and troubleshoot
• Excellent knowledge of Zbrush and/or Mudbox. Mari knowledge (a plus)
• Excellent technical troubleshooting skills and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated ability to take a design from ambiguous to full design implementation
• Strong understanding of rigging process and displacement map workflow
• Experience working on creatures, Digi doubles, topology, and blend shapes (preferred)
• Eye for detail and able to QA own work to ensure the highest quality before handing off assets
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills; experience working under tight deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Team player who is able to work independently with minimal supervision

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.