Junior 3D Environment Generalist - Stylized

About DIGIC

DIGIC is an internationally recognized animation studio with more than 20 years of experience creating iconic high-end 3D cinematics and acclaimed streaming content. Having won numerous prestigious awards, we are the creative force behind short films for world-renowned brands such as Call of Duty, Netflix’s Love, Death & Robots, and Amazon’s Secret Level series.

Building on this heritage, we are now expanding our feature animation division (Digic Animation), currently developing high-profile projects such as the animated film series based on MAGIC: THE GATHERING for Netflix.

Responsibilities

The Role

As a Junior Environment Generalist, you are at the start of your professional journey in world-building. Under the mentorship of our Lead and Senior artists, you will contribute to the creation of expansive 3D sets, from organic terrain to architectural props. This is an opportunity to develop your skills in 3D layout, scene assembly, and stylized modeling while learning the intricacies of a high-end feature animation pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Set & Asset Creation: Build 3D models for environment props and organic elements based on 2D concepts and established unit standards.
• Layout Support: Assist in the creation of "Rough Layout Environments" (RLO), helping to provide the essential 3D context needed for our Animation and Previs teams.
• Pipeline Integration: Learn and apply the studio’s specific technical "Gold Standards" for scene organization, naming conventions, and file publishing.
• Stylized Interpretation: Work to translate painterly 2D concept art into 3D space, learning how to maintain specific aesthetic appeals through modeling and layout.
• Iterative Growth: Proactively seek feedback from Leads and apply revisions quickly to ensure all assets meet the project’s visual and technical requirements.
• Documentation: Ensure all environment tasks are correctly tracked and updated within our production tools (Shotgrid).

Essential skills

Key Responsibilities

• Foundational Generalist Skills: A portfolio or demo reel demonstrating a basic but strong understanding of 3D modeling (organic and hard-surface) and layout in Maya or Houdini.
• Artistic Eye: A solid grasp of composition, scale, and the way light interacts with environments.
• Stylistic Potential: An interest in interpreting 2D designs and a keen desire to master non-photorealistic, stylized aesthetics.
• Team-Oriented Mindset: A high degree of "coachability" and a proactive approach to asking questions and applying technical feedback.

Must-Haves (Technical Expertise)

• Foundational Generalist Skills: A portfolio or demo reel demonstrating a basic but strong understanding of 3D modeling (organic and hard-surface) and layout in Maya or Houdini.
• Artistic Eye: A solid grasp of composition, scale, and the way light interacts with environments.
• Stylistic Potential: An interest in interpreting 2D designs and a keen desire to master non-photorealistic, stylized aesthetics.
• Team-Oriented Mindset: A high degree of "coachability" and a proactive approach to asking questions and applying technical feedback.

What we offer

• Flexible Contract Options: A full-time employment opportunity in Hungary OR a freelance contract from abroad.
• Schedule: 8 hours of work per workday.
• Tailored Cooperation: Length of co-operation may be negotiated according to your availability!
• Career Growth: Possibility of long-term cooperation and opportunity for personal and professional development.
• World-Class Projects: Internationally recognized projects within a supportive work environment.

Please note: For freelance contracts, DIGIC can only work with professionals who are registered as a sole proprietor/entrepreneur or as a self-employed professional.

Further information

How to Apply

Please do not forget to include a portfolio or digital gallery with your most relevant artwork (including any student or personal projects that highlight your interest in environment art and layout) in your application!

For more guidance, check out our Application Tips HERE!