Digital Matte Painter required at Atmosphere VFX

Digital Matte Painter required at Atmosphere VFX

Studio: Atmosphere VFX

Job Opening: Digital Matte Painter

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada

Type: Full-Time, Remote

Responsibilities:

  • Painting environments and elements for integration into VFX shots
  • Working closely with other DMPs, CG Artists and Compositors to deliver the highest quality images
  • Review client and company briefs to determine the quality, placement and number of matte painting elements required to compliment a specific shot methodology.
  • Examining the plates, clips and stills of the background and/or principal action, as available.
  • Compiling strong image elements from multiple sources for use in DMPs.
  • Combines painting skills in animation software with a knowledge of photography, practical and digital modeling, and design to create 2D and 3D matte paintings or elements.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • At least 3-4 years of experience in DMP in a VFX production environment
  • Thorough knowledge of Photoshop and other supporting packages
  • Experience using Nuke & Maya
  • Knowledge of ZBrush and/or Mari a plus
  • Knowledge of cameras, lenses, distortion, color, and perspective
  • Knowledge of modeling, texturing, and compositing (preferred)
  • Advanced knowledge of DMP techniques and/or technical experience in photography/lighting with an emphasis on color and composition
  • Responsive to guidance and review notes from creative and technical leadership – able to apply feedback to achieve the required look
  • Team player and able to work independently with minimal supervision

Apply for the Job Online: To apply, visit https://www.atmosphere-vfx.com/jobs/job-43/app