JOB OPPORTUNITY: GROOM ARTIST (EOI), ILM Sydney
Industrial Light & Magic (ILM Sydney), a Lucasfilm and Disney company, is currently seeking high-caliber artistic talent to submit their credentials for the role of Groom Artist at our Sydney, Australia studio. This is an Expression of Interest (EOI), meaning that while we are not actively filling a specific vacancy today, we anticipate active recruitment in the near future and wish to build a shortlist of qualified candidates. As a Groom Artist at ILM, you will be part of the world’s most iconic visual effects legacy, contributing to the “Digital Model Shop” and “Creature Teams”. This role is at the heart of our character pipeline, responsible for the intricate biological details—hair, fur, feathers, and environment grooms—that bring cinematic creatures to life. Position Overview & Administration Category Details Company Name Industrial Light & Magic (A Lucasfilm / Disney Company) Job Title Groom Artist Job Type Full-Time Location Moore Park, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 🇦🇺 Department Digital Model Shop & Creature Team Industry Film & Television Visual Effects (VFX) Experience Required 5+ Years in High-End VFX Production Education Bachelor of Fine Arts or Equivalent Reports To Creature Supervisor / VFX Supervisor Application Status Not Actively Hiring (Advance Consideration Only) Compensation & Salary Guide (Sydney Market) The following table provides indicative salary benchmarks for Groom Artists in the Sydney VFX market. Final compensation packages offered by ILM are determined by individual proficiency, specialized skills, and market conditions at the time of hire. Professional Level Years of Experience Estimated Annual Salary (AUD) Additional Benefits Mid-Level Groom Artist 3–5 Years $90,000 – $115,000 Superannuation & Bonus Senior Groom Artist 5–8 Years $115,000 – $145,000 Healthcare & Super Lead Groom Artist 8+ Years $145,000 – $175,000 Full Executive Package 3. About Industrial Light & Magic (ILM Sydney) Founded by George Lucas in 1975, ILM has been the global leader in visual effects for over five decades. Our work is synonymous with cinematic innovation, having contributed to over 325 feature films. Our track record includes: 4. Detailed Role Description The Groom Artist is a hybrid professional—equal parts technical architect and digital sculptor. You are responsible for the aesthetic and structural integrity of a creature’s surface. Whether creating the sleek fur of a realistic animal or the complex feather patterns of a fantasy beast, your work must withstand the scrutiny of high-resolution rendering and complex physics simulations. Primary Responsibilities 5. Required Skills & Technical Competencies To be considered for this elite team, candidates must demonstrate a high level of mastery in the following areas: 6. Preferred Qualifications Candidates with the following additional skills will be prioritized during the review process: 7. Education and Artistic Foundations ILM values the “traditional” in “digital.” Our most successful Groom Artists come from a background of formal art training. 8. Diversity and Inclusion Statement Industrial Light & Magic (ILM Sydney) and Lucasfilm are equal-opportunity employers. We are committed to a diverse workforce and provide equal consideration regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. We believe that a variety of perspectives drives the innovation required to create the world’s greatest stories. Since this is an Expression of Interest, we review applications on a rolling basis to identify future talent. To apply, please ensure you provide: JOB OPPORTUNITY: GROOM ARTIST (EOI), ILM Sydney Apply now See open roles Explore More Trending Jobs