Super 78 Character Artist
Works to create a unique set of superhero character models for a film project. Partners closely with the Lead Artist and Character TD. Responsible for setting and maintaining the aesthetic and technical quality bar for the character art (models/surfacing).
Major Responsibilities:
• Works closely with the Lead Artist to establish the aesthetic and technical standards for character art on the project.
• Makes a significant direct contribution to the creation of character art.
• Partners closely with the Character TD and Lead Animator to deliver an efficient and • stable art pipeline.
• Communicates technical guidelines for character art creation and runtime • implementation to the team.
• Works with Art Lead and Production team to set key milestones for the team.
• Resolves timeline and artistic discrepancies promptly and professionally with the Lead Artist and the Production team.
• Problem solves and consistently presents sound solutions to technical issues.
• Perform special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
A reel demonstrating outstanding 3d modeling, texturing skills
A traditional art portfolio exhibiting exceptional skill in the following areas: sculpting, figure drawing, painting, as well as a demonstrated understanding of human and animal anatomy
A minimum of four years experience in creating 3d character art.
A BFA preferred.
Demonstrated expertise working with Maya’s modeling / texturing / lighting tools is required. Zbrush mudbox. Very helpful.
Expertise in the use of software development tools used in the creation character art.
Good overall understanding of 3D computer graphics (modeling, texturing, lighting and rendering)
Strong knowledge of character rigging / weighting.
Excel as a team player and strive to maximize team/department performance
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to prioritize one’s own tasks and tasks of others.
Must be responsive to deadlines and work well under pressure.
Super 78 offers competitive salaries in a fun and relaxed production environment. If you meet the above criteria and would like to be creatively challenged please send your resume and reel of your relevant work to [email protected] or mail:
Attention: Artists
Super 78
6900 Santa Monica Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90038
No phone calls please.