Job Description

Framestore combines talent and technology to bring life to everything we create, whether in film, TV, advertising or immersive experiences. Driven by creativity and inspired by the future, we set out every day to reframe the possible.

Please note this is a short term role for people available at the end of October. This means we unfortunately cannot relocate anyone for the role.

The Role:

Creature FX Artists are responsible for providing a wide variety of dynamic simulations for character based work; including clothing, hair, muscle, skin as well as any post simulation sculpting and finalling.

Creature FX Artists will be expected to carry out the following responsibilities:

• Create simulation rigs for characters and creatures using Maya nCloth, nHair, and additional 3rd party and proprietary tools.

• Execute shots using simulation rigs and the delivery of finished assets to the Lighting department.

• Liaise with other departments involved in the creature workflow - Modelling, Rigging, Animation, Lighting and Groom.

• Be involved in the development of departmental tools and techniques.

• Meet schedules and deadlines whilst maintaining the highest standards.

• Present work for review to leads, supervisors, clients etc and follow through with notes and feedback as required.

• Have ongoing communication with production and leads regarding schedules and deadlines.

• Continue to become familiar with new tools, software, data and other related technology.

• Work efficiently as part of a team, or independently, to complete assigned shots.
  
  

Requirements

• Programming or scripting experience.

• Modelling and rigging skills and experience.

• A good understanding of Maya constraints and deformers.

• Experience of working under a Unix/Linux systems environment.

• Possesses a good eye, able to look at reference material and understand how to apply that within a simulation environment.

• Good understanding of anatomy human and animal.
  
  

Our Commitment:
Framestore is proud to employ extraordinary talent across all genders, races, nationalities, religions, ages, abilities, and sexual preferences. We aim to encourage and support all of our current and future employees to achieve their potential. No job applicant will receive less favourable treatment on any basis when applying for a career with us.

Application Process:
To apply, please complete the linked application form or submit your resume to recruiters@framestore.com with the subject line: Creature FX TD - London

Application Deadline: October 18th 2024 for an October 28th 2024 start!

Framestore is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.