Internship for Artists in the Field of Visual Effects at Walt Disney in Canada

Walt Disney offers a paid internship opportunity for six weeks to current-year graduating students or artists with one to two years of experience in VFX. It is looking for an artist who reflects the creative talent and passion for great filmmaking. You will have the chance to learn from highly skilled supervisors and senior artists. As well, you will get exposure to a variety of workflows and software.

As a member of Jedi Academy artists, you will work closely with more senior artists and will be responsible for:

• Produce high-quality entry-level shot work.
• Complete work within the timeframe bid.
• Strengthen professional habits including the best way to present work in dailies, teamwork, and communication.
• Gain knowledge and appreciation of ILM’s culture and history.

You must have:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Graphics, Fine Arts, Design or Photography or related.
2. Demonstrated ability in one or more CG techniques, including modeling, texturing, shading, or compositing.
3. Strong artistic skills.
4. Strong teamwork, excellent communication, and interdisciplinary thinking.
5. Some entry-level knowledge in some or all of these software packages: Photoshop, 3DS Max, Maya, Houdini, and 2d compositing software. 
6. Comparable software experience considered.
7. Be currently authorized to work in Canada. 
8. Graduated from a relevant course within the last 12 months or have one to two years of VFX experience.

Please note: Assistance for relocation, housing, or work authorization for the Jedi Academy is not provided.

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Internship Perks:

You will have the opportunity to: 

1. Gain experience in a live production environment through training, mentorship, and real shot-work experience.
2. Graduates who successfully complete the program may be offered a Junior Artist position within the studio.

About Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products, and interactive media. With operations in more than 40 countries, Disney employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

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