DMP Artist

Untold Studios; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Untold Studios in Toronto is seeking a talented DMP artist to paint photoreal environments and textures that match live action plates. You will collaborate with lighting and compositing teams across Advertising, TV and Feature projects, bringing a keen eye for detail and strong problem‑solving to every shot.

You will work in a close‑knit team, with a progressive development plan and clear feedback, and you must be eligible to work in Canada.

Qualifications

• Creating photorealistic matte paintings that fit project style and look.
• Strong eye for detail and problem solving in a production environment.
• Collaborating with lighting and compositing to deliver high‑quality shots.

Responsibilities

• Creating photorealistic or stylised matte paintings that fit the overall look and feel of the project.
• Working in partnership with the lighting and compositing teams to ensure shots are delivered to the very highest standard.
• Producing digital environments through a good understanding of perspective and form building/correcting.
• Ensuring cameras and geometry are set up for DMP projections.
• Sourcing, curating and sharing reference material with the team.
• Communicating your thoughts and ideas clearly in a professional and positive manner.
• Managing time efficiently through multitasking and prioritizing tasks.
• Interpreting direction and addressing constructive feedback to improve shots.
• Proactively developing and sharing ideas with peers and the team.

Job description

What we’re up to at Untold

We are a creative community - a team of world-class talent, visionary clients, and an exciting future ahead. As a studio, our people and culture are at the core of everything we do. Our purpose is simple: to create outstanding content that captivates audiences, while enjoying every step of the journey.

The Role

As a DMP artist you are responsible for painting photoreal environments elements and textures for matching onto live action plates and DMP plates. With an excellent eye for detail you will work across a variety of projects such as Advertising, TV and Feature.

You are highly motivated, solutions driven and thrive when working as a part of a close-knit team. You love analysing and solving problems. You have great ideas and want to share them. You are committed to quality.

We are committed to supporting you and your ongoing development. We will work closely with you to establish a personal progression plan. You are never on your own.

You must be living and eligible to work in Toronto, Ontario, Canada for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creating photorealistic or stylised matte paintings that fit the overall look and feel of the project.
• Working in partnership with the lighting and compositing teams to ensure shots are delivered to the very highest standard.
• Producing digital environments through a good understanding of perspective and form building/correcting.
• Ensuring cameras and geometry are set up for DMP projections.
• Sourcing, curating and sharing reference material with the team.
• Communicating your thoughts and ideas clearly in a professional and positive manner.
• Managing time efficiently through multitasking and prioritizing tasks.
• Interpreting direction and addressing constructive feedback to improve shots.
• Proactively developing and sharing ideas with peers and the team.

Pay range: $85,000-130,000 CND/Year depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
You must be living and eligible to work in Toronto, Ontario, Canada for this role.

We do not use Artificial Intelligence or automated systems to screen, sort, or rank applicants for this position. We sometimes use AI for note taking in an interview setting.

Untold Studios is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to legal compliance under the Ontario Human Rights Code. We provide equal employment opportunities to all internal and external applicants regardless of background.

If you require any specific accommodations during the interview process, please reach out to our recruitment team. This posting is for an existing vacancy.