MR.X is hiring Sr. Matte Painters for NYC location

[Mr.X_hires]

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.