Feature Animation - Expression Of Interest

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.