Remote BC - Environments - CG Asset Modeler- Stop Motion VFX Project

CG Modeler - Environment Assets

All applicants must be residents of British Columbia, Canada.
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada ie. Citizen, PR, Open Work Permit.

At this time, we’re pleased to offer this role as an option to work from home OR work from our Vancouver studio in the beautiful Gastown area, close to the Waterfront Station in Downtown. (Remote is not available outside of BC; there is no hybrid)

About Zoic 
Zoic Studios is a Visual Effects company that specializes in high end visual effects for television, film, and advertising. Our mantra is Visual Evolution - we focus on every part of the process, from the final picture to the pipeline used to create them.   

Are you looking for your next creative and technical challenge? Come join our team!  

Why Join Zoic? 

• We are an Artist owned and operated VFX studio. 
• We love what we do and always stay curious about new technology and techniques. 
• We respect work/life balance in a hectic industry. 
• We work with a team from all walks of life and backgrounds. 

We are excited to share an incredible stop-motion animated feature project that promises creativity, collaboration, and a fantastic chance to showcase your skills! 

Summary of Position

The CG Modeler is responsible for creating character, prop , and set models that support the artistic goals and story concepts of the production. 

Job Functions

• Create and maintain 3D models for use in production. 
• Work with the Lead Environment Artist to help realize the aesthetic vision of the production. 
• Work with scan data to reproduce or guide model aesthetic s . 
• Adjust UVs, topology of model deliverables , for downstream departments. 
• Work with FX artists to produce specific geometry required for simulations. 
• Ensure all deliverables meet the needs of all receiving departments. 
• Meet deadlines established by Production Management. 

Qualifications 

• 3+ years of feature film or relevant industry experience (CG and/or Visual Effects).
• Ability to use Maya for the creation of both hard surface and organic models.
• Experience with Zbrush. 
• Understanding and experience in the creation and use of geometry assets in a production setting including optimization and LOD workflows.
• Knowledge of polygonal, Nurbs , and subdivision surface types. 
• Life drawing and sculpting experience, a plus. 
• Experience with SpeedTree, Marvelous Designer, Houdini, MOTO, Mudbox, Photoshop, Inventor, TogoGun, a plus. 

Additional information

• British Columbia Employees Pay Range: $40 - $60 (The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position)
• Zoic does not cover relocation costs.
• Any and all WFH positions require the candidate to have a reliable internet connection via ethernet and work on Pacific Standard Time.
• This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.
• Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we regret that only those selected to interview will be contacted.