Groom Artists

2 days ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Weta Digital Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

Wētā FX is currently taking applications from experienced Fur and Hair Groomers to join our Models team based in any of our Hubs in Melbourne, Australia, Vancouver, Canada or Wellington, New Zealand.

The Models department here at Wētā FX is responsible for the creation of the digital assets across all shows. These tasks include character, digital double, organic models, hard surface models, environments, hi-res models for displacement map extraction, low resolution models for previs or crowd simulation, shot sculpting, fur, hair and costume creation using Marvelous Designer.

As a fur groomer you will be assisting with the creation and maintenance of hair & fur grooms for characters and creatures using Weta's proprietary software. You'll have experience with other fur systems (either commercial or proprietary), a strong working knowledge of lighting, rendering and/or scripting experience.

Our Successful Groom Artists will also have:

  • An extensive knowledge of Maya
  • A good eye for detail and an impressive reel showing the ability to match photographic reference and artwork
  • Have strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Understand Linux desktop and system commands to perform daily tasks comfortably
  • Have excellent organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines Be comfortable taking direction and working independently while being an effective team playerA balance of technical and artistic skills to handle heavy and complex scenes
  • A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
  • An understanding of VFX production pipelines
  • The ability to work with an intuitive rather than procedural grooming system.
  • Experience that would also be beneficial:
  • Knowledge of procedural hair grooming systems
  • Experience grooming feathers for CG characters
  • Good knowledge of UV workflows for hero characters
  • An ability to script in MEL and/or Python
  • Modelling skills in other areas (Characters, Hard Surface, etc.)

At Wētā FX we celebrate our diversity and believe in creating an environment where all our crew feel welcomed, respected, supported and appreciated. We define ourselves by the quality of our work, and we're striving to build a workplace experience that's second to none. Here at Wētā FX we value open minds and encourage our crew to be themselves.

We aim to provide a discrimination-free experience, beginning from the moment you apply for a role with us. If there is anything we can do to make the recruitment process easier, please let us know at

Location: Wellington NZ, Melbourne AU, Vancouver Canada

  • Groom Artist

    5 days ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Company3 Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

    This general submission posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration only; not for an existing opening. We anticipate this role may be open in the near future. If you wish to be considered for this potential opportunity, please submit your resume. When a position becomes available, you may be contacted by our Talent Acquisition...

  • Groom Artist

    2 days ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Company 3 Full time US$42,000 - US$84,000 per year

    This general submission posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration only; not for an existing opening. We anticipate this role may be open in the near future. If you wish to be considered for this potential opportunity, please submit your resume. When a position becomes available, you may be contacted by our Talent Acquisition...

  • Senior Character Artist

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Electronic Arts Full time $111,600 - $152,800 per year

    General InformationLocations: Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaRole ID211645Worker TypeTemporary EmployeeStudio/DepartmentEA Studios - EA CreateWork ModelHybridDescription & RequirementsElectronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that...

  • Sandwich Artist supervisor

    4 days ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Subway Full time $39,360 - $99,680 per year

    A SUBWAY Sandwich Artist greets and serves guests, prepares food, maintains food safety and sanitation standards, and handles or processes light paperwork. Exceptional customer service is a major component of this position. Tasks and Responsibilities: • Exhibits a cheerful and helpful manner while greeting guests and preparing their orders. •...

  • BC - Character Effects (CFX) Artist - Stop Motion VFX Project

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Zoic Studios Full time $35,000 - $50,000 per year

    Character Effects (CFX) Artist All applicants must be residents of British Columbia, Canada.Must be legally entitled to work in Canada ie. Citizen, PR, Open Work Permit.Current open positions are immediate short contracts to mid Jan but potentially longer - to be confirmed.At this time, we're pleased to offer this role as an option to work from home OR work...

  • BC - Character Effects (CFX) Artist - Stop Motion VFX Project

    4 days ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Zoic Studios Full time

    Character Effects (CFX) ArtistAll applicants must be residents of British Columbia, Canada.Must be legally entitled to work in Canada ie. Citizen, PR, Open Work Permit.Current open positions are immediate short contracts to mid Jan but potentially longer - to be confirmed.At this time, we're pleased to offer this role as an option to work from home OR work...

  • Payroll Analyst

    2 days ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Live Nation Full time $75,000 - $85,000 per year

    Job Summary:WHO ARE WE?Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 620 million tickets sold annually and approximately 10,000 clients worldwide. Live...

  • Payroll Analyst

    3 days ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Live Nation Entertainment Full time $75,000 - $85,000 per year

    Job SummaryWHO ARE WE?Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 620 million tickets sold annually and approximately 10,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation...

  • Payroll Analyst

    3 days ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Live Nation Entertainment Full time $75,000 - $85,000

    Job Summary:WHO ARE WE?Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 620 million tickets sold annually and approximately 10,000 clients worldwide.  Live...

  • Senior Groom Artist

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, BC VB B, Canada ICON Creative Studio Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Company OverviewICON Creative Studio is Canada's largest independently owned animation entertainment company, located in the historic Gastown district of Vancouver, BC. Our talented team includes specialists across the entire animation pipeline, working alongside creative and management professionals to deliver outstanding animated content.Known for our...

  • Groom Artist

    3 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Company 3 Full time

    This general submission posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration only; not for an existing opening. We anticipate this role may be open in the near future. If you wish to be considered for this potential opportunity, please submit your resume. When a position becomes available, you may be contacted by our Talent Acquisition...

  • Groom Artist

    3 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Company3 Full time

    Business Unit: Curated Position: Groom Artist Location: Vancouver, BC (Remote) *Pay Range: $29.00 - $44.00 CAD hourly POSITION SUMMARY The VFX Groom Artist will be responsible for the creation, simulation, and final look development of highly realistic hair, fur, and feather grooms for digital characters, with a specific focus on enhancing human hair on...

  • Senior Groom Artist

    4 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada Industrial Light & Magic Full time

    Job Summary: Position SummaryILM Vancouver is growing, and we are looking for an outstanding artist to join our Groom team! ILM’s Groom team works alongside our Digital Model Shop (DMS) and Creature teams to create hair, fur and feather grooms for characters, creatures, costume and props as part of the Creature / Character pipeline for high-end VFX...

  • Groom Artist

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Cinesite-Vancouver Full time

    **Our CFX Team** At Cinesite Vancouver, the CFX department are responsible for creating hair and fur grooming a hair and cloth simulations. In CFX we look for a good understanding of hair, cloth and fur with the ability to work in a technical and creative environment. As well as working collaboratively as a team, we work closely with other departments....

  • Remote Groom Artist: Photoreal Hair

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Company3 Full time

    A creative services company in Vancouver is seeking a Groom Artist responsible for creating realistic hair grooms for digital characters. Candidates should have a strong artistic eye, proficiency in software like Maya, and a solid portfolio demonstrating hair grooming skills. The position requires collaboration with the VFX team and documentation of best...

  • Grooming Td

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada ICON Creative Studio Full time

    **-** ICON Creative Studio is Canada’s largest independently owned animation entertainment company located in the historic Gastown district of Vancouver, BC Canada with design, storyboarding, modeling, rigging, animation, technical finaling, lighting, visual effects, and compositing artists alongside creative and management teams. Known for our quality,...

  • Grooming Td

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada ICON Creative Studio Full time

    **-** ICON Creative Studio is Canada’s largest independently owned animation entertainment company located in the historic Gastown district of Vancouver, BC Canada with design, storyboarding, modeling, rigging, animation, technical finaling, lighting, visual effects, and compositing artists alongside creative and management teams. Known for our quality,...

  • Proceduralism Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Autodesk Full time

    Position Overview We are seeking a Proceduralism Specialist to join our team at Autodesk Research, specifically focusing on re‑imagining parametric grooming, environment simulation, and effects setups for the AI era of our Entertainment & Media Solutions (EMS). This role is crucial in understanding and evaluating techniques and models that empower artists...

  • Proceduralism Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Autodesk Full time

    Position Overview We are seeking a Proceduralism Specialist to join our team at Autodesk Research, specifically focusing on re‑imagining parametric grooming, environment simulation, and effects setups for the AI era of our Entertainment & Media Solutions (EMS). This role is crucial in understanding and evaluating techniques and models that empower artists...