Position Summary:

Tau Films is currently looking for a talented and experienced Modeler to join our creative team. This profile would be suitable for an applicant who is a team player, solution oriented & making recommendations to improve the modeling processes. The right person should possess the ability to demonstrate a basic understanding of common design components that make aesthetically pleasing models, i.e. balance, composition, shape/form, rhythm, etc.

Note - Covid 19 pandemic has made it necessary for Tau Films(all locations) to shift our operations entirely to remote work platforms for the time being.

Responsibilities:

Create a variety of complex realistic models, including props and environments, as well as basic characters.
Demonstrate knowledge of character anatomy & understanding of design fundamentals/principles preparing and installing models for production.
He/She will be responsible for Sculpting the characters and props.
He/She will be responsible for blendshapes, retopology & UV layout.
Basic knowledge of image lineup and camera tracking would be needed.
Display versatility in their ability to create a wide range of models from hard-edged to organic shapes.
Demonstrate understanding of basic Unix commands/navigation.
To create models that align with artistic design/style of film; interpret art reference/art direction.
He/She should be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Prepare and install technically clean models for production.
To be able to troubleshoot technical and creative problems.
Demonstrate strategic thinking in various modeling approaches and apply tools effectively and creatively to models.
Familiarity with the design rules and themes of the film currently assigned to and how to best apply them.

Experience & Essential Skills Expected:

4+ years of industry experience preferred.
Applicants should show willingness to model characters and props and environments.
Shows adaptability to new methods, techniques and tools, as well as adaptability to the show. production pipeline/environment.
Need to have sound experience with Maya and zbrush software.
Knowledge of texturing,lookdev, and grooming will be an advantage
Knowledge of any game engine is a plus.
Understanding of programming languages (MEL, PERL, CSH) a plus.
Preferred knowledge of pipeline techniques, i.e. working with Makefiles, use of percs, moving/renaming files, and troubleshooting for other departments.
Understands the technical requirements of each model and how technical modeling decisions relate to other departments.
Eagerness to learn and willingness to hone own technical and creative skills
Applicants should possess willingness to take direction/feedback & adhere to assignment deadlines.
Good people skills; team player and a high level of professionalism.
Solid communication, listening and presentation skills.

All interested candidates should apply with their resumes/ show reel clicking on the Apply link mentioned under the careers tab on the contact section of our website, www.taufilms.com

About Tau Films:

Founded by John Hughes, Mandeep Singh, and Walt Jones in 2014, Tau Films is an international creative content and visual effects group formed by a diverse team of exceptional artists and visionaries. We are known for creative solutions in an ever-changing landscape of story, media, and content, and we service high-end feature film, theme park, commercial, television, special venue, and museum clients in the global marketplace. You may check out our website for more information.