This is a full-time position based in the Dublin studio, and there is flexibility for remote working but applicants should be able to work in the Irish timezone as the studio.

Starting date: March 2023

Position Responsibilities

• Create high-quality hair, fur, feathers, and organic elements for 3D characters and environment 
• Works independently on defined tasks but in collaboration with artists and supervisors in modelling, shading, and lighting during the look development process
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure groom functionality within character rigs
• Assist with overall character look development processes
• Optimise grooms for rendering.

Position Requirements

• 2+ years of professional experience in animation.
• Proficiency in Maya, Yeti and Houdini (required).
• Excellent technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working on creatures, digital doubles, topology, and blend shapes (preferred).
• Eye for detail and able to QA their own work to ensure the highest quality before assets handoff.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills; experience working under tight deadlines.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision as well as a team player.
• A clear understanding of colour space, shading, lighting, and rendering methodologies.
• Knowledge of Shotgrid a plus.

Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email, for example: “Application – Groom Artist Position”. We will endeavour to respond to all applicants, but due to the high volume of applications we receive a reply might not always be possible.