Job Posting Title:

Lead Modeler

Req ID:

10096919

Job Description:

Primary Responsibilities:
● Create and build three-dimensional creatures for Animators and Technical Directors
● Design and create hero and background characters, props and objects, and add graphic
elements such as color, textures, and other design elements
● Works with production team (Model and Texture Supervisors, Technical Directors and
Animators) to determine the “look” for an object
● Collaborating with state-of-the art computer-graphics equipment and software to
develop and create graphic designs for animated feature films
● Participate as a team member in developing animation elements and creating
computer-graphic images for staging and character animation, and will collaborate with
Animators and Animation Directors to develop the artistic approaches to deliver the
necessary effects, look and aesthetics required for each Character
● Participate as a team member in determining various design and technical solutions
● Research and design project-specific design applications by studying illustrations and
photographs as reference materials to enhance the authenticity of the final product
● Arrange layout elements based upon available space, understanding of layout principles
and aesthetic design concepts
● Acts as technical liaison of the discipline, taking direction from the Model Supervisor
● In absence of Model Supervisor acts as defacto Supervisor, working with production on
scheduling and asset assignments
● In collaboration with Modeling Supervisor, will review the work of the asset team on a
regular basis
● Attends all relevant meetings to promote effective communication throughout the
production team

Required Skills / Technical Competencies:
● 3-5 years Zbrush, Maya, and facial development experience
● Understanding of UNIX is a necessity as to navigate through ILM’s production pipeline
● Familiarity with film and video post production techniques and with computer graphic
techniques
● An understanding of the human form/anatomy and structure/silhouette in respect of modeling
Preferred Skills / Competencies:
● Portfolio demonstrating traditional artistic skills including illustration, and sculptural
abilities a plus
Education / Experience:
● Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts or equivalent with a strong traditional art foundations:
including but not limited to figure drawing, concept art and illustration.
● 5 - 8 years relevant experience (2-3 years prior experience as Model Lead)
● Previous experience working from 3D scans and/or 2D artwork
● Proven experience creating digital creatures or characters in a feature film or production
environment

This position is with Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business
segment we call Industrial Light & Magic.
Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, 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.

Job Posting Segment:

ILM Mumbai

Job Posting Primary Business:

ILM Mumbai

Primary Job Posting Category:

Modeling

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Mumbai, India

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2024-07-30