Flying bark productions is a dynamic and innovative animation studio dedicated to pushing the boundaries of character animation and storytelling. We are working on exciting projects such as avatar: the last airbender feature film, netflix's ghostbusters animated series and stranger things animated series, as well as our production tales from outer suburbia by shaun tan.
we're looking for a senior 3d character modeller who will be responsible for executing complex cg/3d modelling of characters and creatures for the production with a focus on advanced proxy models, according to the director's vision and guided by the look development process.
please be aware that for this specific role, having a valid work permit for spain/europe is a requirement.
about the role:
* construct organic and hard surface models which convey the intent of art department reference and are faithful to the style of the production.
* expertise in the creation and movement of non-biped creatures.
* define the three-dimensional form and two dimensional silhouette of all models as briefed and resolve unspecified details as required;
* follow guidance from the program/s creative and technical leaders to realize the directors vision.
* reconcile the technical requirements of motion picture quality works including efficient use of geometry; an appropriate level of geometric detail; topology suitable for deformation, uv layout and rendering.
* create, revise and maintain digital character assets and support end users (as required), responding to guidance and review notes from the director as well as creative and technical supervisors.
* constructing the shapes of 3d digital character, prop and environment models in maya, with a strong working knowledge of uv layout techniques.
* have solid knowledge of digital sculpting in z-brush and/or mudbox and be self sufficient in maintaining the workflows between maya and these packages.
* ensure that digital assets meet the studio standards, specifications and conventions with respect to appearance and aesthetics, user friendliness, performance, data integrity, and robustness.
* support and maintain dialogue with other crew members, including technical directors, riggers and animators, who make use of the digital assets as required.
* ensure that weekly modelling department milestones and production deadlines are met, and communication to production of any issues that may impact on this successful delivery.
about you:
* senior level candidates with production experience in animated features/ animated episodic; (7+ yrs)(not live action) ;
* portfolios with mature, graphic stylization of reality preferred. Somewhat in the vein of spiderverse, entergalactic, arcane and the witness [love, death, robots] ;
* demo reels focusing on character and modelling;
* experience in houdini procedural modelling preferred;
* solid knowledge of digital sculpting in z-brush and/or mudbox and be self sufficient in maintaining the workflows between maya and these packages.
* ability to constructing the shapes of 3d digital environmentsand/or prop models in maya, with a strong working knowledge of uv layout techniques.
* solid knowledge of modelling and rigging workflows.
* ability to consistently meet deadlines.
* solid experience and understanding of maya in a production based environment.
* solid knowledge of modelling and rigging workflows.
* good sense of traditional anatomy and proportion.
* excellent communication skills and willingness to share information in a team environment.
* ability to take direction and be flexible and responsive to change.
* ability to work independently as well as under direct supervision.
* a passion for modelling and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
specific requirement:
* valid work permit for spain.
why work with us?
* we work on some pretty cool projects - check out our website: https://www.flyingbark.com.au/
* we have cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a kulture klub dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar!
* we offer hybrid working mode, with two days remote a week.
* if you love dogs as much as we do, you can bring them to work!
* career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible.
* we have a full slate and plans for international expansion so there is always plenty of opportunity for career development.
* our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced - everyone is welcome and celebrated!
flying bark productions is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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