Texture Artist

Full Time Job
Job Summary:

Position Summary

Creates the textures, colours and organic surface qualities needed in the completion of CG creatures and hard-surface models used in production.

What you'll do:
• Works with the production team to execute the desired look of CG models, including complex creatures and/or hard surface models, including ships, real-world vehicles and environments.
• Responsible for creating the textures, colours, and organic surface qualities needed in the completion of CG creatures and hard-surface models used in production.
• Participates as a team member in determining various design solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis.
• Works closely with Art Directors, Modellers, and look-development TD's in achieving the desired look of Photoreal models.
• Maintains or exceeds a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high-quality work.

What we're looking for:
• Experience in Computer Graphics or equivalent.
• Proven experience within a high-end VFX facility in a similar role.
• Portfolio demonstrating traditional artistic skills including illustration, and sculptural abilities a plus.
• Proven experience creating organic and hard surfaces and textures in a feature film or production environment.
• Requires familiarity with film and video post-production techniques and with computer graphic techniques.
• A demonstrated desire to develop computer skills.
• Modelling / CG Sculpting skills are a plus.
• Proven Mari, Zbrush, Maya, Photoshop, or Bodypaint.

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About The Walt Disney Studios:

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About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with ILM (UK) Ltd., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Studios.

ILM (UK) Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.