Sr VFX Modeler

General Summary
The Sr VFX Modeler is responsible for creating characters, creatures, prop and set models, and solving asset-related production challenges.  

Job Functions 

• Create and maintain complex models including characters, character components, creatures, props, and environments. 
• Align models with film design while considering technical constraints of visual effects. 
• Implement model changes based on Supervisor or Lead direction. 
• Work with different disciplines to ensure that topology and UVs work with achieving the character's look and performance in the film. 
• Work with scan data to reproduce or guide model aesthetic. 
• Adjust UVs and topology of model deliverables for downstream departments. 
• Ensure all deliverables meet the needs of all receiving departments. 
• Support modeling needs of Techvis, Layout, and other VFX teams. 
• Troubleshoot technical and creative problems. Make recommendations to improve modeling processes. 
• Mentor artists in achieving creative workflows and techniques. 

Qualifications 

• 10+ years of feature film or relevant industry experience (CG and/or Visual Effects).  
• Proficient using Maya and Zbrush for the creation of photorealistic CG characters and creatures.  
• Proficient using Maya for the creation of both hard surface and organic models.
• Strong understanding and experience in the creation and use of geometry assets in a production setting.
• Familiarity with scripting in Python, MEL, or HScript.
• Strong Knowledge of polygonal, Nurbs, and subdivision surface types.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of feature film pipelines.
• Life drawing and sculpting experience a plus.
• Experience with 3D printers and mechanical engineering a plus.
• Experience with SpeedTree, Marvelous Designer, Houdini, Unreal, MOTO, Mudbox, Photoshop, Inventor, TogoGun, Mari, Substance a plus. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear both in person and by telephone. The employee must lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 
• Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works under typical office conditions and is exposed to variable indoor temperatures. The noise level is usually quiet or moderate.  

Location 
On-site in Hillsboro, OR, and also eligible for remote work. 

Salary 
Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.
Disclaimer 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.