Senior 3D Modeler & Mentor (Maya, ZBrush, Shaders)

Gradient Effects LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gradient Effects, Los Angeles, California, is seeking artists who excel in their craft and can train, critique and mentor other artists. Candidates should be expert in Maya, ZBrush, Mud Box, Photoshop and Mari, with knowledge of Python/MEL as a plus, and a solid understanding of deformers, rigging basics and look development.

Strong communication and pro-active teamwork are valued, with the ability to work under deadlines and manage tasks by breaking them into subtasks for the team.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of Maya, ZBrush, Mud Box.
• Expert knowledge of Photoshop, Mari.
• Strong knowledge of deformations and basic rigging.
• Excellent look development and materials/shader experience.
• Ability to mentor and critique other artists.

Responsibilities

• Train, critique and mentor other artists.
• Collaborate with team to meet deadlines.
• Break complex tasks into simpler subtasks.

Skills

Team player

Mentoring

Deadline oriented

Communication

Task breakdown

Tools

Maya

ZBrush

Mud Box

Photoshop

Mari

Python

MEL

Deformers

Rigging

Shaders/Look development

Job description

Gradient Effects, Los Angeles, California, is seeking artists who excel in their craft and can train, critique and mentor other artists. Candidates should be expert in Maya, ZBrush, Mud Box, Photoshop and Mari, with knowledge of Python/MEL as a plus, and a solid understanding of deformers, rigging basics and look development.

Strong communication and pro-active teamwork are valued, with the ability to work under deadlines and manage tasks by breaking them into subtasks for the team.