Digital Matte Painter - NYC
Specializing in feature film visual effects and animation for international and local producers, Toronto & New York based digital studio, Mr. X Inc. is comprised of a unique and gifted team of artists, filmmakers and programmers devoted to the art, craft and technology of visual story-telling.
We are currently looking for a Digital Matte Painter.
Job Responsibilities:
Create photorealistic backgrounds and environments to match the overall look and feel of the film,
Combine skills in painting and 3D animation with knowledge of design, photography, and digital modeling to create two-dimensional and three-dimensional images for film,
Contribute to the visual and technical attributes of the production.
Requirements:
Skilled in painting photo-real images using photo reference to create the highest quality digital set extensions, skies, elements, and environments,
Strong traditional art skills including knowledge of color, lighting, perspective, and composition,
Advanced 2D skills in Photoshop with 3D experience, preferably in Maya,
Ability to complete work within the bid timeframe, while maintaining constant communication with production teams and other CG artists,
A Bachelor's degree in illustration, industrial design, or fine art preferred,
2.5D / 3D projecting experience is a plus,
Strong knowledge of photography is a bonus, especially in relation to lenses,
Demonstrable skills in Concept design desirable but not essential,
Vue experience would be an asset.
All interested applicants should email their resumes to recruiting@mrxfx.com with the subject reading “Matte Painter". Please include the address of your web portfolio in your resume or send your demo reel to:
Attn: Recruiting/Matte Painter
Mr X Inc.
35 McCaul Street, Suite 100
Toronto, Ontario
M5T 1V7
We invite you to visit our website at www.mrxfx.com. No phone calls please.