Environment Modeling Artist (Maya/Houdini)

TL;DR

Environment Modeling Artist (Maya/Houdini): Creating visually impressive environments for animation projects with an accent on model creation from concepts and photography. Focus on iterative design across various artistic styles and optimizing assets for technical constraints.

Location: Hybrid (Madrid, Spain)

Company

A diversified media company creating high-quality, event-level entertainment across feature films, television, interactive, and animation divisions.

What you will do

• Create environment models utilizing photography and pre-existing assets.
• Model assets from concepts while strictly following the visual style of the production.
• Adapt and iterate designs across a variety of artistic styles.
• Collaborate with Production Designers, Art, and Layout departments to deliver a visually impressive first look.
• Stay updated on current artistic methodologies and technology trends to improve the creative environment.
• Follow guidance from Supervisors and Leads to ensure production goals are met.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in the VFX industry.
• At least 1 year of professional experience in the animation industry.
• Proficiency in Maya, SpeedTree, Houdini, and Arnold Render.
• Strong knowledge of surfacing, shading, skinning, rigging, and technical optimization.
• English: Medium-high level required.

Nice to have

• Experience in drawing and painting.
• Spanish language proficiency.

Culture & Benefits

• Dynamic, inclusive, and ever-evolving culture that welcomes innovative ideas.
• Strong synergy between unique creativity and technological advancements.
• Commitment to bold and relevant storytelling.
• Opportunity to be a pioneer in building a new studio and pushing the limits of the art form.