Modeling Supervisor - Expression of Interest

at  Disney

JOB SUMMARY:

This posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration; this is not a role that is open at this time. We anticipate this role may be open in the future, but we are not actively hiring for the position. If you would like to be considered for this potential role, please submit your resume. If the role becomes available, you may receive an email or call from a recruiter.
We are looking for a Modelling Supervisor to join our DMS (Digital Model Shop) team. The Modeling Supervisor leads all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the modeling team on their show, ensuring that their own, as well as their teams characters, environments, vehicles, props and shot corrective sculpts are crafted according to the designs and visual style as well as the technical needs of the project.
Working under the guidance and direction of the VFX Supervisor, the Model Supervisor is responsible for establishing the preferred look of the models and partnering with other department supervisors to ensure the models move through the pipeline successfully.
At ILM, a good idea is a good idea, regardless of where it comes from! Do you thrive in a creative environment? Do you enjoy sharing knowledge and learning from others? If you love art, technology, and movies, then this might be the role you’re looking for!
ILM strives to be an inclusive environment, and the DMS team embraces promising individuals with a variety backgrounds and experiences.

• Crafts asset of their own while supervising model work on large and complex shows, making sure all technical and aesthetic aspects meet production requirements
• Works with VFX, Texture and Look Dev Supervisors to determine the “look” for an asset
• Participates in turnover meetings, asset breakdowns, reviews and bidding/re-bidding over the course of the show
• Attend all relevant show production and team meetings to promote effective communication throughout the show production
• Briefs, reviews and approves Third Party Partner model work
• In collaboration with Production, assigns work to modelers based on their individual skills and strengths, as needed
• Alongside the Head of Department are responsible for guiding artists’ overall professional development, providing performance feedback, facilitating overall team building efforts, and maintaining positive morale amongst the crew
• Participates in the recruiting and staffing of the modeling team - assesses the work of prospective candidates for the hiring process and works with Recruiting and Talent Management on hiring decisions, as needed
• Collaborates with Talent management and Head of Department on a regular basis for departmental planning