Junior Generalist

Job ID 10147977 Location San Francisco, California, United States Business Industrial Light & Magic Date posted Apr. 07, 2026

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Job Summary:

Junior Generalists learn how to use a variety of software packages to create photo-real environments and elements. They have a strong foundation in photo-realistic, traditional, or digital art skills with an emphasis on landscapes.

We are looking for an artist who reflects the creative talent and passion for great filmmaking that define ILM.

On any given day, you will partner with your Generalist Supervisor and fellow Generalist artists, along with Production and the VFX Supervisor to:

Produce entry level shot work, including simple sequence-based lighting/rendering tasks, rendering env map/360 spheres, basic model and texture tweaks and HDRI environment map stitching and organization
Communicate shot status to Production and Supervisor and follow through on specific artistic direction
Attend dailies
Check files and scenes from outsource vendors for consistency
Write documentation of processes and workflows
Tune renders for shot efficiency
Work with the show/department Tech lead to test software
Update and organize Generalist-specific libraries

Here are the skills and experience you need to be successful in this role:

A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Graphics, Fine Arts, Design or Photography or related OR you have gained that experience by working in our industry.
A proven ability in one or more CG techniques, including modelling, texturing, shading, lighting, look development, matte painting or compositing.
Strong artistic skills as well as strong teamwork, excellent communication and interdisciplinary thinking.

Demonstrated interest in and ability to quickly pick up new software.
Some entry-level understanding in some or all of these software packages: Photoshop, 3dsmax, Maya, Houdini, a ray trace renderer and 2d compositing software. Comparable software experience considered
Nice to have: experience with emerging AI tools and workflows and experience with a real-time engine such as UE

This position is with Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Industrial Light & Magic. Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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The hiring range for this position in San Francisco is $67,900 to $86,900 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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About Industrial Light & Magic:

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

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