Industrial Light & Magic

Job ID 10122377 Location London, United Kingdom Business Industrial Light & Magic

Job Summary:

Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) – Shaping the Future of Feature Animation

For nearly half a century, Industrial Light & Magic has stood at the forefront of visual innovation, crafting breathtaking worlds and unforgettable characters for the world's most iconic films. As we embark on an exciting new chapter in feature animation, we are seeking exceptional, innovative, and creative talent to join our growing global teams.

If you are a visionary collaborator passionate about pushing the boundaries of animated storytelling, we invite you to express your interest in the following key roles:

• VFX Supervisors: Driving the overall visual direction and execution of the film. They ensure all aspects of the show attain the highest quality and align with the director’s creative goals.
• Animation Supervisors: Partnering closely with the Director to establish and maintain their vision. They guide the animation team through clear feedback and direction, leading them to create compelling and believable performances.
• CG Supervisor (Characters): Oversee the development and delivery of high-quality character assets, from modeling and rigging to look development.
• CG Supervisor (Environments): Guide the creation of believable worlds, managing the technical and artistic aspects of environment production.
• Layout Supervisor: Define the cinematic language of our films through dynamic camera work and scene composition.

We are also looking for exceptionally talented artists with a strong foundation in feature animation pipelines and a passion for crafting compelling visuals across all disciplines, including:

• Modeling Artists (Character, Environment, Prop)
• Surfacing / Texture Artists
• Rigging Artists
• Character FX Artists (Cloth, Hair, Fur Simulation)
• Layout / Previz Artists
• Character Animators (All levels)
• Crowd Animators
• FX Artists
• Lighting Artists
• Compositing Artists

Join us at ILM and be part of a legacy of innovation as we forge new frontiers in feature animation. We offer a dynamic and collaborative environment where creativity thrives and groundbreaking work is the standard.

Please note in your cover letter which position your experience most aligns with and which global location(s) of ILM that you would like consideration for.

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About Industrial Light & Magic:

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

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

ILM (UK) Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.