[Hiring] Modeler - Mid /Senior @Crafty Apes VFX

Role Description

We are now seeking a talented and detail-oriented Modeler to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a Mid to Senior level artist to contribute to our visual effects pipeline, creating high-quality digital assets that meet the technical and aesthetic standards of our high-end projects.

The Modeler will be responsible for:

• Building high-quality 3D models, including hard-surface props, organic characters, and environments, ensuring they meet project-specific artistic and technical requirements.
• Performing clean retopology and efficient UV unwrapping to ensure optimal deformation and texture fidelity.
• Collaborating closely with the rigging and layout departments to ensure models are production-ready and meet the requirements of downstream departments.
• Actively participating in the review process, taking feedback from Supervisors and Art Directors to iterate on asset quality.
• Troubleshooting modeling issues, providing creative and technical solutions to production challenges.
• Maintaining organized project files and naming conventions, adhering to the studio’s pipeline standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years (Mid) 5+ years (Senior) of professional experience as a Modeler in a VFX, feature film, or high-end episodic production environment.
• Expert proficiency in industry-standard modeling software (e.g., Maya, ZBrush, Mudbox, or Blender). Houdini a plus!
• A strong understanding of form, silhouette, anatomy, and structural design.
• Solid grasp of topology for animation and PBR workflow requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative, fast-paced team environment.

How to Apply

If you are a talented Modeler looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV/Reel, detailed filmography/project list, and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and career aspirations.

Company Description

Crafty Apes is a high-end global visual effects company specializing in photoreal VFX. Established in 2011, Crafty Apes operates offices in Canada, the UK, the US, and Australia with employees working remotely across the globe. Our mission is to bring our clients’ visions to life through exceptional visual effects for film, episodic content, and commercials.

Crafty Apes Australia is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.