Job Posting Title:

Modeling Assistant

Req ID:

10142561

Job Description:

Walt Disney Animation Studios has been combining the best in artistry and storytelling with cutting-edge technology to bring wonderful new characters and adventures to the big screen for audiences around the world. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Environment Modeler to join us on our next project- Hexed.

You can learn more about our filmmaking process here.

Responsibilities:

• An assistant is developing proficiency in the following skill sets. The duties below are performed with guidance from peers and leaders

• Support build set and prop models with organized, efficient, polygonal topology including: vehicles, buildings, plant life, terrain and complete set environments. Models will need to be constructed to account for mechanical articulation when necessary

• Complete organization and packaging of assets for efficient downstream consumption. 

• Work well in a collaborative environment

• Address direction and feedback from Leads, Supervisors and Directors 

• Consistently achieves the overall appeal of model

• Translates designs while maintaining fidelity to proportion, style, and silhouette.

• Pluses models beyond initial design

• Uses consistent shape language throughout the model

• Owns assignments, any actions and decisions made during the development, and follows through to completion

 

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience 

• 2+ years of Animation, VFX, or Video Game industry experience modeling in Maya

• Ability to

  • translate 2d artwork to 3d models

  • be detail oriented and to work efficiently within a production environment

  • work in a collaborative environment, taking direction from the Supervisors and feedback from the Art Director and Director(s)

  • learn all Environment tools to create models that meet show expectations

• An understanding of ZBrush/Mudbox

• Experience creating stylized environments and props

• Solid problem solving skills

When applying, please include a resume and reel breakdown with your online profile. When applicable, wireframes and 2D reference art should be shown.

The pay rate for this role in Burbank, California is $51.94 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

Job Posting Segment:

WDAS Bur Prod

Job Posting Primary Business:

WDAS Bur Prod

Primary Job Posting Category:

Production

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Burbank, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-02-12