Modeler

About Zoic

Zoic Studios is a Visual Effects company that specializes in high end visual effects for television, film, and advertising. Our mantra is Visual Evolution - we focus on every part of the process, from the final picture to the pipeline used to create them.

Why Join Zoic?

• We are an Artist owned and operated VFX studio.
• We love what we do and always stay curious about new technology and techniques.
• We respect work/life balance in a hectic industry.
• We work with a team from all walks of life and back grounds.

Position Details

• Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada.
• Contract: 6-week contract, with the possibility of extending.
• Residency Requirement: All applicants must reside in British Columbia.
• Work Model: Remote (work from home).
• Reporting: Reports to the Concept & Build Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Model, texture, shade, and sculpt high quality hero creatures and character assets.
• Take point on character/creature design and development under the direction of Supervisors as needed.
• Collaborate with rigging, animation, and CFX to create production ready assets.
• Set up initial groom and cloth template.
• Create posed and lit turn tables.
• Work within the colour and lighting pipeline.
• Ensure downstream pipeline needs are considered and assets are optimized for rendering.
• Work to address notes.
• Work to ensure internal and external deadlines and deliveries are met with budgeted hours.
• Share knowledge and techniques with team members to improve overall team skills and asset quality.
• Apply secondary skillsets in other areas when waiting for character/creature assignment.
• Mentor other artists including juniors.

Qualifications

• 5 years minimum experience creating high resolution organic models.
• Strong knowledge of realistic anatomy of both bipeds and quadrupeds.
• Proficiency in Maya, ZBrush, and Mudbox.
• Proficiency in Substance Painter and/or Mari.
• Solid re-topologizing and UV skills a must.
• Photorealistic texturing experience.
• Experience with photo-real VFX production work.
• Strong understanding of hair grooming methodologies.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong attention to detail and follow through.
• Positive attitude, hard worker, flexible schedule for deliveries.
• Ability to communicate creative ideas fluidly.
• Pro-active, highly motivated with a solid work ethic.
• Team player.
• Strong problem solving abilities.
• Ability to make decisions in a timely manner.
• Ability to keep up with fast pace and meet tight deadlines.
• Up-to-date reel showcasing required skill set.

Nice to Have

• Marvelous Designer
• Groom (Houdini)
• Hard surface modeling experience
• Knowledge of V-ray
• Knowledge of UE4/5

Additional Information

• Zoic does not cover relocation costs.
• This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.
• Due to the volume of applications received, only those selected to interview will be contacted.