Digital Matte Painter / Environment Artist - Expression of Interest

Note: This is an expression of interest job posting, meaning we are not currently actively hiring for this role but is an opportunity for you to submit your resume for further consideration. When this role becomes available you may receive an email from our HR team or recruiter. Please note only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted, we thank all applicants for their interest in Mavericks VFX.

Job Responsibilities

• Create photo-realistic foreground, mid-ground, and background digital paintings for integration in live-action plates, or to stand alone as their own DMP plates, preserving a unified sense of lighting, perspective, and color.
• Assist with and develop the look of shots and sequences. 
• Acquire or provide photographic reference materials.
• Integrate matte paintings into 3D environments using Maya and/or Nuke.
• Work in partnership with Shader Developers, Lighting TDs and Compositors to ensure shots are delivered to the very highest standard.
• Work closely with the VFX Supervisor to ensure that plates meet planned concept design requirements.
• Share techniques, reference materials and ideas with the team.
• Promote a positive, productive, and collaborative work environment.
• Act as an ambassador of Mavericks’ core values and studio culture.
  

Qualifications and Essential Skills

• 5+ years experience as a DMP artist
• A traditional arts background with an emphasis on photo-realistic work and environments is desirable
• An excellent sense of composition
• Knowledge of 3d modelling, rendering, and 2D compositing software
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and an understanding of Maya
• A strong understanding of the entire visual effects process
  

We thank all applicants for their interest in Mavericks VFX, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada as specified and, where applicable, must have a valid work permit that allows the candidate to fulfill the requirements of the role.

Mavericks VFX is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.