Facial Modellers at DNEG focus on creating highly accurate digital likenesses and expressive facial asset systems for world-class VFX and TV projects. You will work closely with texture, shader, look-development and rigging teams to deliver hero-quality assets that hold up in extreme close-ups, LED volumes, high-resolution formats and next-generation real-time workflows.
Must Haves
* Demonstrated ability to create accurate digital likenesses in neutral and FACS expressions.
* Strong understanding of facial anatomy, expression mechanics and muscle systems.
* A very keen eye for detail
* Excellent spatial awareness and a refined sense of form, proportion and silhouette.
* Expert knowledge of polygon/sub-D modelling in Maya with an ability to quickly learn proprietary tools.
* A working knowledge of packages such as Mudbox or Z-brush
* Ability to produce clean, animation-friendly topology and efficient UV layouts.
* Understanding of how model detail translates into displacement workflows, shaders and material look-development.
* Ability to objectively assess likeness accuracy and iterate quickly according to feedback.
Nice to Have
* A working knowledge of Linux
* Experience working with facial scanning, photogrammetry, or machine-learning-driven facial pipelines.
* Familiarity with wrap-based workflows (e.g., R3DS Wrap).
* Knowledge of real-time engines (Unreal/Unity) for facial asset review.
* 4+ years experience in high-end VFX, TV, or AAA games.
* Knowledge of NURBS modelling
* At least 4 years' experience modelling creatures for high end film or TV
* A passion for human and creature anatomy.
* Previous experience producing hero-quality facial assets within a creature or character team.
About You
* Meticulous, observant and committed to delivering photoreal results.
* Clear communicator and collaborative team player.
* Adaptable and eager to learn new tools and techniques, including in-house technologies.
* Calm under pressure with strong time-management skills and an accurate sense of task duration.
* Self-driven with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.
* Objective and self-critical eye with a strong sense of quality contro