Junior Modeller - Maya

Description

About Us

DHX Media’s animation studios are recognized worldwide for our diverse original properties and for our work on some of the top brands in children’s entertainment. Our staff can dig into a wide variety of projects, from action to comedy and preschool to tween, and they get to enjoy awesome benefits and company events while they’re at it. With some of Canada’s top artists, writers and producers on our team of 800+, our studios are bursting with creative energy. So what are you waiting for? Come join us!

About the Position

As a junior modeller you will create basic rigs, geometry, UV sets and textures. You will be working in collaboration with the modelling team to create and deliver quality 3D models for DHX Media’s TV shows, which are loved by kids and respected by the industry worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Create geometry and UVs for assets (characters, props, sets, etc.) based on production guidelines
• Ensure modelling assets are delivered in the expected quality and technical requirements of the show
• Work and communicate with rigging team to ensure assets are built to achieve the intended animation performance requirements
• Work and communicate with shading teams to ensure assets meet their needs
• Modify and improve existing modelling assets when needed
• Interpret and implement notes and feedback from directors and supervisors in a timely and qualitatively acceptable way         
• Meet production deadlines and maintain regular communication with the production team
• Communicate with modelling supervisor and team leads on concerns and production issues ahead of time
• Carry out duties in a professional and positive manner
• Be a positive and creative force on the team

Qualifications

• Experience in animation or film industry is an asset
• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Commercial Arts, Engineering, Computer Science, Animation or other relevant area of study and/or equivalent job experience
• Proficiency in Maya is a must
• Experience in Mudo and/or Zbrush is an asset
• Experience with rigging and/or shading is an asset
• Strong problem solving skills
• Able to take direction, collaborate, and be a team player
• Able to communicate in a professional and positive manner
• Able to communicate creative and technical thoughts and ideas
• Able to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively, often with multiple tasks and under deadline pressure
• Able to adapt to multiple show styles
• Encourages feedback and new initiatives
• Must be open to direction and able to embrace change

Please APPLY at: https://app.jobvite.com/j?aj=oIcG1fwl&s=Creative_Heads