Demand Planning Modeler
Thrive MarketSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Visual Effects, FilmIndustries
Requirements
- Proven VFX experience modeling photorealistic assets for live-action feature films
- Expert in Maya; could teach a class on how to use it and troubleshoot
- Excellent knowledge of Zbrush and/or Mudbox (Mari knowledge a plus)
- Excellent technical troubleshooting skills and problem-solving abilities
- Demonstrated ability to take design from ambiguous to full design implementation
- Strong understanding of rigging process and displacement map workflow
- Experience working on creatures, digi doubles, topology, and blend shapes (preferred)
- Eye for detail and able to QA own work to ensure the highest quality before handing off assets
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills; experience working under tight deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Team player who is able to work independently with minimal supervision
Responsibilities
- Creates high-quality models and UVs for use in production; implement improvements/changes based on review feedback and Supervisor/Lead direction
- Designs and implements high level conceptual to practical modeling
- Proactively recommends ongoing pipeline improvements; Identifies potential issues and provides solutions, and escalates as needed
- Maintains a positive relationship with all stakeholder departments; attend meetings as needed
- Works within the defined pipeline
- Ensures continuity and support other asset departments such as texture, lookdev, Generalists, and rigging
- Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What are the minimum qualifications for the Modeler position?
Proven VFX experience modeling photorealistic assets for live-action feature films, expert in Maya, excellent knowledge of Zbrush and/or Mudbox, excellent technical troubleshooting skills, demonstrated ability to take design from ambiguous to full design implementation, and strong understanding of rigging process and displacement map workflow.
What software expertise is required for this role?
Expert proficiency in Maya is required, with excellent knowledge of Zbrush and/or Mudbox; Mari knowledge is a plus.
What is the company culture like at Scanline VFX?
Scanline VFX encourages explorers who are open to testing, learning, and iterating, believes great ideas come from everyone, and actively encourages team members to ask questions and present their ideas.
Is this a remote position, or where is it located?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What salary or compensation does the Modeler role offer?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Scanline VFX
Provides visual effects and real-time production
About Scanline VFX
Scanline VFX specializes in creating visual effects for films and television. The company uses its proprietary fluid simulation software, Flowline, to produce realistic natural elements like fire, smoke, and water. This software has been recognized with an Academy Award for its technical achievements. Scanline VFX stands out from its competitors by combining a large, diverse team of over 1,200 professionals with significant investments in its technology and infrastructure, particularly from Netflix. This allows them to take on a wide range of projects, both for Netflix and other clients. The goal of Scanline VFX is to help filmmakers achieve their artistic visions while pushing the limits of what can be done in visual effects and real-time production.
Grünwald, GermanyHeadquarters
1989Year Founded
M_AND_ACompany Stage
Design, EntertainmentIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees