Lead Texture Artist

2 Weeks ago • 5 Years + • 3D Art

Job Summary

Job Description

The Lead Texture Artist at ILM is responsible for creating high-quality textures for complex CG assets, including creatures, hard-surface models, and environments. This role requires independent work and collaboration with the production team, setting up asset workflows, and providing guidance to other texture artists. In the absence of the Texture Supervisor, the Lead Texture Artist assumes leadership, managing schedules and bids. Daily participation and mentoring junior artists are also key responsibilities. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, at least 5 years of VFX experience, expert knowledge of Mari, proficiency in Maya, Zbrush, Photoshop, Katana, Substance, and UV unwrapping tools. Houdini and scripting knowledge are a plus.
Must have:
  • 5+ years VFX experience
  • Expert in Mari
  • Proficient in Maya, Zbrush, Photoshop, Katana, Substance
  • High-quality texture creation
  • Leadership and mentorship skills
Good to have:
  • Houdini and scripting knowledge
  • UV unwrapping expertise

Job Details

Job Posting Title:

Lead Texture Artist

Req ID:

10113279

Job Description:

About ILM

Founded by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, with studios located in San Francisco, Vancouver, London, Sydney and Mumbai. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema. You can see some of our current projects here.

Your role?

The Lead Texture Artist is responsible for creating high quality textures, providing creative solutions that fulfills the artistic and technical brief of the asset, while providing guidance to others on the texture team.

What will you be doing?

  • Work independently and with the production team (VFX Supervisor, CG Supervisor, Texture Supervisor) and other departments at an advanced level to execute the desired look of complicated CG assets, including complex creatures and/or hard surface models and environments. 

  • Sets up and suggests asset workflows, per asset needs. 

  • In absence of Texture Supervisor, assumes leadership role over Texture team and liaise with production team on schedules and bids. 

  • Participates as a team member in determining various design solutions; provides feedback to other members of the team by attending dailies on a regular basis.

  • Mentors Artists of all levels within the Department where required. Maintains or exceeds consistent level of productivity and produces high quality work in a timely manner.

To be a contributing member of this team, you will have a mix of these skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer graphics, fine arts, design or photography or a related technical field.

  • At least 5 years production experience in visual effects for film, commercials or television in a senior role.

  • Demo reel and portfolio illustrating knowledge and experience in producing high quality, photorealistic textures.

  • High Attention to detail

  • Ability to learn quickly and assimilate new information

  • Good interpersonal and organisational skills, and a strong team player.

  • Expert knowledge in Mari. Proficient in Maya, Zbrush, Photoshop, Katana, Substance and UV unwrapping tools. Houdini and scripting knowledge are a plus.

  • Ability to navigate complex Computer Graphics pipelines

JoinILM


This position is with Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Industrial Light & Magic.

Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

Job Posting Segment:

ILM Sydney

Job Posting Primary Business:

ILM Sydney

Primary Job Posting Category:

Texture - Studios

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Sydney, Australia

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-02-11

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