Join the Stirling Animation Studio team on a Magic Light Pictures' production.



Please review the information for the role below and then complete the short application form. We will be in touch if you are shortlisted for interview.



ABOUT THE ROLES

We are looking for Environment Modelers with a strong working knowledge of Maya.



There are four roles available, including Lead, Senior and Mid.



Responsibilities:

Creating 3D stylised Environments
Effectively realising a 2D concept through to 3D
Creating clean UV maps and baking out texture maps for use in surfacing
Producing render tests for the approval process
Working within a team of modelling artists and regularly communicating between your Team Lead, Directors and Art Director.
Managing your assets and time efficiently to meet deadlines
Responding positively, acting on notes and feedback from our Art Directors, Directors, Character Supervisor, CG Supervisor
Reporting to your Team Lead & Line Producer if there are any issues to flag that may affect the schedule
Lead roles are expected to take ownership of allocating work to team members to ensure the department delivers work on time and within the project scope.



WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Ideally you will have worked on feature production in a similar role.
Demonstrable experience of using Maya for Modelling and Sculpting, with a good understanding of UV Unwrapping, Texturing and Surfacing
Familiarity with Substance Painter and PBR texturing workflows.
Interpreting volume and form when creating models from concept designs
Demonstration of knowledge and understanding of clean topology practices, particularly when it comes to subdivision modelling
Team player and great collaborator
Creative eye with excellent problem solving skills
Strong working knowledge of 3D software packages and pipelines
Ability and experience meeting demanding deadlines whilst retaining a high quality level of work
Artists must be based regionally within the UK (outside the M25) and we're particularly keen to connect with Scotland-based artists.


LOCATION: Fully remote or Scottish-based artists would be welcome to work hybrid from our studio in Stirling.


CONTRACT TYPE: Roles will be offered on a freelance contract, expected to start from August or September 2026 running until late 2026 or early 2027.



HOURS: Our standard studio hours are 7 working hours a day (usually 10am to 6pm), Monday to Friday. We are open to discussing flexible working hours on an individual basis where this is possible within the production pipeline.


ACCESS REQUIREMENTS: We are committed to providing a working environment that is inclusive, accessible and welcoming for all team members. If you have individual access requirements, we're open to discussing these throughout the recruitment process to make sure we can make arrangements to support you.


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