Modeling & Texturing Artist (On-Site)

Company Overview

      ICON Creative Studio is Canada’s largest independently owned animation entertainment company, located in the historic Gastown district of Vancouver, BC. Our talented team includes specialists across the entire animation pipeline, working alongside creative and management professionals to deliver outstanding animated content.

Known for our commitment to quality, efficiency, and timely deliveries, ICON has partnered with distributors, broadcasters, and leading streaming platforms worldwide to create and produce noteworthy, impactful projects.

We operate from a holistic philosophy, leveraging the unique skill sets of our team members to maximize production efficiency while maintaining an optimal balance of creativity and quality on-screen.

Why work at ICON?

• Collaborate on top-tier feature and episodic CG franchises for major streaming platforms, including Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, Amazon, Peacock, and Paramount+.
• Be part of a diverse team of artists from around the globe who have joined us here in British Columbia.
• Work with the latest tools and software, ensuring you're always equipped to do your best work.
• Be part of a studio that upholds a premium standard of quality across all productions, putting every resource into what’s on-screen.
• Enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and a supportive workplace culture.
• Access direct deposit and a generous benefits package.
• Grow with us through continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and empowering you to achieve your professional goals.

Junior Modeling / Texturing Artist

Job Overview

      As a Junior Modeling and Texturing Artist, you will play a key role in creating high-quality 3D models and textures for characters, props, and environments, aligning with project requirements. Collaborating closely with senior artists, you will learn and refine modeling techniques, while also developing skills in texture creation and application. Regular participation in team critiques will be essential for continuous improvement, ensuring your work meets project specifications and maintains a high level of quality. Effective communication within the team is crucial to understanding project goals, and your active participation in discussions will contribute to the overall artistic vision. Stay updated on industry trends, embrace emerging tools, and actively seek guidance and training opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge in 3D modeling and texturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D models and textures for characters, props, and environments based on project requirements.
• Collaborate with senior artists to learn and refine modeling techniques and best practices.
• Learn to create textures that complement the visual style of 3D models.
• Apply textures to models under the guidance of senior artists, ensuring alignment with project requirements.
• Review and revise work based on feedback from senior artists to meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Participate in regular team critiques to enhance skills and maintain a high level of quality.
• Communicate effectively with team members to understand project goals and requirements.
• Actively participate in team discussions and contribute ideas to the artistic vision of the project.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging tools in 3D modeling and texturing.
• Seek guidance and actively participate in training opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in relevant software including Maya,Photoshop, Substance Painter and Zbrush
• Experience with Arnold, Bifrost, Mari a big plus
• Good understanding of topology and UV creation
• Assist with R & D development for new assets
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Motivated to learn and develop new skills through a pipeline workflow
• Ability to take feedback and apply it practically to your asset tasks

Intermediate Modeling / Texturing Artist

Job Overview

      As an Intermediate Modeling and Texturing Artist, you will play a crucial role in the creation of high-quality 3D models and textures for various projects. Working closely with our art and design teams, you will contribute to the visual aesthetics of our products, ensuring they meet the highest standards of realism and artistic vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed and accurate 3D models based on concept art, reference images, or design specifications.
• Collaborate with the art and design teams to ensure the models align with the project's visual style and technical requirements.
• Develop high-quality textures that enhance the visual appeal of 3D models.
• Apply textures to models using industry-standard software, ensuring seamless integration and realistic representation.
• Conduct thorough reviews of own work to ensure it meets project specifications, quality standards, and deadlines.
• Collaborate with other artists and provide constructive feedback to maintain a high level of quality across the entire art pipeline.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of workflows and processes within the art department.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Maya
• Must be proficient in relevant software including Maya,Photoshop, Substance Painter and Zbrush
• Experience with Bifrost, Houdini, Blender, Substance Designer, Mari a big plus
• Good understanding of topology and UV creation
• Able to adapt to different styles and treatments to match client expectations
• Assist with R & D development for new assets
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• CG modeling/texturing experience creating and texturing models in Maya
• CG modeling/texturing experience required working in an Animation, Gaming, or Digital Visual Effects Studio.
• Scripting ability in relevant languages including Python highly desirable
• Ability to take feedback and apply it practically to your asset tasks

Senior Modeling / Texturing Artist

Job Overview

      Elevate our creative endeavors as a Senior Modeling/Texturing Artist in our Animation/Modeling team. As a seasoned professional, you will take a lead role in crafting exceptional 3D models and textures, contributing to the visual brilliance of our projects. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you'll bring your expertise to align the artistic vision with project goals, ensuring a seamless integration of assets into the animation pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and mentorship to modeling and texturing artists, fostering a culture of excellence and creativity.
• Bring a wealth of experience to the team, guiding the creation of high-quality 3D models and textures.
• Set the artistic direction for projects, ensuring alignment with overall creative vision and project objectives.
• Collaborate closely with animators, riggers, and other team members to understand project requirements and integrate assets effectively.
• Contribute to project discussions, offering artistic insights and solutions.
• Oversee the quality assurance process, conducting thorough reviews of models and textures to uphold the highest standards.
• Provide constructive feedback and implement revisions as needed.
• Identify opportunities for workflow improvements and contribute to the development of efficient processes.
• Collaborate with technical teams to implement industry-best practices and tools.
• Foster continuous learning and development within the team, providing mentorship and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in relevant software including Maya,Arnold,Photoshop, Substance Painter and Zbrush
• Experience with Bifrost, Houdini, Blender, Substance Designer, Mari a big plus
• Expert understanding of topology and UV creation
• Optimized workflows within standard software
• Able to adapt to different styles and treatments to match client expectations
• CG modeling/texturing experience required working in an Animation, Gaming, or Digital Visual Effects Studio.
• CG experience creating and texturing models in Maya
• Able to build and texture unique and/or complicated sets
• Able to build and texture unique and/or complicated characters
• Able to build and texture vehicles
• Show an aptitude or specialize in characters or set modeling and texturing
• Scripting ability in relevant languages including Python highly desirable
• Assist with R & D development for new assets
• Assist with training and mentoring Junior and Intermediate Artists
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to take feedback and apply it practically to your asset tasks

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The wage range for this role reflects compensation across all of ICON’s projects. The final salary will be determined based on the specific position, the current show assignment, and the applicant’s experience and portfolio. This range accounts for varying levels of experience and responsibilities.

In compliance with British Columbia provincial mandates, we are posting this broad wage range to meet wage transparency requirements.

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ICON Creative Studio is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.