Surfacing Artist, 3D - Jobs in Vancouver, BC

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Overview:WildBrain is looking for a Surfacing Artist, 3D to join our exciting new animated Sonic the Hedgehog series, Sonic Prime, set to premiere worldwide in 2022.In this role, you have exceptional skills and experience in surfacing and texturing in Substance. You create characters, props and set models that accurately represent the artistic goals and story concepts of the production. You test tools created by the pipeline team for modeling and provide feedback.This 24-episode animated adventure for kids, families, and long-time fans draws upon the keystones of the brand and features the “Blue Blur” of video game fame in a high-octane adventure where the fate of a strange new multiverse rests in his gloved hands. Sonic’s adventure is about more than a race to save the universe, it’s a journey of self-discovery and redemption.This feature quality episodic series will deliver the visually captivating, binge-worthy story that Sonic fans new and old are sure to love. We are on the hunt to find passionate and talented folks to join this team and help us really bring the blue blur to life!We are currently working virtually because of the Covid-19 pandemic. During this time our hiring teams are ready to support interviews via video conferencing, and we are enabling artists to work from home until the studio can reopen. We’d love to hear from you! #stayhomestaysafe!Responsibilities:Balance aesthetic standards and technical requirements to create quality modelsExcellent visual skills and attention to detailUphold the art direction defined by the Art DirectorInterpret and implement notes and feedback from directors and supervisors in a timely and qualitative mannerWork and communicate with the modeling and rigging teams to ensure assets are built to achieve the intended lighting/lookdev requirementsCommunicate with Supervisor and CG Supervisor on concerns ahead of timeAssist with mentoring artists as neededUpdate modeling/shading documents as neededMeet production deadlines and maintain regular communication with the production teamCarry out duties in a professional and positive mannerQualifications:4+ years of experience in animation or film industry in lookdev/shading/modelingExcellent knowledge in SubstanceBachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Computer Animation, or other relevant area of study and/or equivalent job experienceHighly motivated, pro-active, with a solid work ethic and positive attitudeGood knowledge of the production process and pipelineAbility to predict potential problems and troubleshoot as necessaryAble to communicate creative and technical thoughts and ideasAbility to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficientlyAbility to communicate in a professional and positive mannerPractice in attentive and active listeningEncouraging feedback and new initiativesAbility to make decisions in a timely mannerAbility to accept accountability for own actionsAbility to share information, methodologies and ideas with othersAbility to deliver work on time and meet set performance objectivesExcellent communication and collaborative skillsBonus:Experience in Mudbox is a benefitKnowledge of various renderers like Vray or Renderman is an assetKnowledge of Arnold is an assetWhy WildBrainAt WildBrain Studios our teams dig into a diverse range of projects – from preschool and comedy to action-adventure, and work with international partners such as Apple, Netflix, LEGO, DreamWorks, BBC, Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon and more. We produce high quality Flash, Harmony, and Maya animated series. Aside from awesome projects and partners, WildBrain puts our people first, here are just a few of the ways:Great benefits that make employees feel truly valued including a customizable extended health and dental planGenerous RRSP matchingBonus time off