Modeler

Job Details

• Position Type: Fixed-term contract (14 weeks)
• Start Date: November 9th, 2026
• Location: Vancouver, British Columbia (Hybrid)
• Compensation: CAD$40 - CAD$48 per hour
• Department: 3D

About The Embassy

The Embassy is a Canadian, Oscar-nominated production house specializing in live-action production, post-production, and animation for feature films, television, and commercials. An independent creative studio, the company focuses on visual effects and production, with work receiving accolades including Oscar nominations and numerous VES, Cannes, D&AD, Clio, and ADCC awards.

About the Role

The Modeller is an Asset Generalist responsible for leveraging all aspects of the pipeline to take assets and shots to final. This role requires a high-level overview of progress, expert 3D skills, and effective communication to give and receive feedback. Responsibilities include models, textures, surfaces, look development, and rigging for characters, sets, and props.

Key Responsibilities

• Take an asset or shot to a final quality, hitting all notes.
• Model, texture, lookdev, and render assets.
• Utilize node-based shading networks.
• Participate as a team member in determining various design and technical solutions.
• Apply a strong understanding of colour spaces and global illumination problems and techniques.
• Meet project milestones and deadlines on time.
• Mentor junior artists and set a positive example for the team.
• Collaborate with other artists to share knowledge and techniques.
• Communicate with other departments to receive feedback and resolve shot issues.
• Assist in planning conversations regarding asset direction while maintaining show/sequence continuity.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of industry experience in commercials, film, or television.
• Modelling Skills: Strong eye for realistic models; ability to create both hard surface and organic models.
• Technical Skills: Expertise in modelling, UV creation, and texturing.
• Software Proficiency: Blender, Maya, Houdini, ZBrush, Substance, and Mari.
• Core Competencies:
  • Ability to take direction well, collaborate effectively in a team, and perform under tight deadlines.
  • Strong understanding of various aspects of the VFX pipeline.
  • Proactive problem-solving skills and a solutions-oriented mindset.
  • Capability to work collaboratively in a remote team environment.
  • Ability to efficiently organize and prioritize work across multiple tasks.
• Eligibility: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada and currently a BC resident or willing to establish BC residency for the duration of the contract.

Benefits and Perks

• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance with standard working hours of 9am–5pm.
• Paid lunch break.
• Group benefits for eligible employees.
• Employee Assistance Program for eligible employees.
• Sick days and floating holidays for eligible employees.
• Summer and Christmas parties.
• Centrally located office space for in-person collaboration.
• Fully stocked kitchen with complimentary snacks and drinks.
• Friday Happy Hour (in-person or remote) at 4pm.