Lead Modeling / Texturing Artist

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.

Job Overview:

      As the Lead Modeling/Texturing Artist, you'll spearhead our Modeling team, guiding and inspiring artists to create high-quality 3D models and textures. Your role involves setting the artistic direction, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring seamless integration of assets. You'll oversee quality assurance, implement revisions, and identify workflow improvements, collaborating with technical teams to implement best practices. Fostering a culture of continuous learning, you'll provide mentorship and training opportunities while actively contributing to project discussions and creative brainstorming sessions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of modeling and texturing artists, providing guidance and constructive feedback.
• Set the artistic direction for the team, ensuring that all assets align with the project’s creative vision and goals.
• Collaborate closely with animators, riggers, and other cross-functional teams to effectively integrate models and textures.
• Provide innovative insights and contribute to project discussions and creative decision-making.
• Oversee the quality assurance process, regularly reviewing models and textures to ensure they meet our high standards.
• Implement feedback and revisions as needed, while identifying opportunities for workflow improvements.
• Work closely with technical teams to develop and implement industry-best practices and efficient tools.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and skill development within the team, offering mentorship and training opportunities.
• Collaborate with concept artists, directors, and producers to bring creative concepts to life, enhancing visual storytelling.
• Take a leadership role in brainstorming sessions and artistic decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a senior modeling/texturing artist, with a strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality work in 3D modeling and texturing.
• Experience leading or mentoring a team, with the ability to inspire and foster creativity and growth in others.
• Strong knowledge of 3D modeling and texturing software (e.g., Maya, ZBrush, Substance Painter, etc.).
• Familiarity with animation and rigging pipelines, and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• A keen eye for detail and an understanding of how models and textures contribute to the overall creative vision.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to provide innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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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.