Animation - Jedi Academy

Job Description

Position Summary

Are you a recent graduate looking to get your foot in the door of the exciting world of VFX, but not sure where to start? ILM's Jedi Academy may be just the thing for you!
Offered as an eight-week placement to recent graduates or artists with one to two years of VFX experience, the Jedi Academy provides the opportunity for graduates to learn from highly skilled Animation Supervisors and Senior artists.

In this paid experience, successful applicants will be placed into the Animation department and will provide entry-level assistance to the team while gaining experience in a fast-paced and highly collaborative live production environment through training, mentorship, and the development of real shot-work.

To top it off, graduates who successfully complete the Jedi Academy may be offered a Junior Artist position within the studio. ILM's Animation department covers a wide range of animation work including character, creature and VFX animation, using both proprietary ILM tools and mainstream software.

Come join The Force and contribute to some of the biggest movies and television series in the world!

We are looking for artists who reflect the creative talent and passion for great filmmaking that defines ILM.

What You'll Do

Jedi Academy artists will work closely with more senior artists and may be tasked to do the following:
Character performance and creature animation for CG feature film and VFX projects
Work with vocal takes and dialogue scenes
Prepare and record video references
Facial animation using modern facial rigs
Cameras, staging and composition
Perform in a CG feature and VFX environment
ILM proprietary tools and pipeline
Complete work within the timeframe bid
Strengthen professional habits, including best practices for presenting work in dailies, working as a team, and communicating effectively
Gain knowledge and appreciation of ILM's culture and history

Job Requirements

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide assistance for relocation, housing, transportation, or work authorization for the Jedi Academy. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or hold Canadian Permanent Resident status.

Applicants must also have graduated from a relevant VFX course or program within the last 12 months or have one to two years of VFX experience.

What We're Looking For
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Graphics, Fine Arts, Design or Photography or related OR experience working in the industry
A basic understanding of animation methods and approaches
Great collaborators, curious learners with a blend of creative and storytelling skills
Reel demonstrating evidence of your work in animation, and a general understanding of CG. You may have further education in VFX, digital media or animation, but it is not a prerequisite
Strong personal work that represents artist skills and interest in VFX
Strong teamwork, excellent communication and interdisciplinary thinking
Interest in and ability to quickly pick up new software
Entry-level Maya knowledge. Comparable software experience considered.
Nice to have:
o Motion Capture data experience
o Knowledge of Linux, Houdini
o Coding/Scripting knowledge (Python, Mel) a plus

JoinILM

This position is with ILM (Vancouver) Inc., which is part of a business we call Industrial Light & Magic.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-dy966m-18-117-72-224-42 in your application.