DMP Artist (Junior and mids) - Paw Patrol 3

Rodeo FX; Montreal; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animation studio is seeking a DMP Artist in Montreal. In this role, you will be responsible for creating intricate digital matte paintings and collaborating with various departments to enhance animated film production. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in painting and illustration, coupled with proficiency in digital creative tools. Join our dynamic team and help bring unique visual stories to life in a vibrant production environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in painting and illustration required.
• Knowledge of Photoshop is essential.
• Experience on animated features preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Translating film sets into digital matte paintings.
• Creating complex backgrounds and environments in 3D.
• Collaborating with departments to ensure technical requirements.

Skills

Painting

Illustration

Communication

Attention to Detail

Tools

Photoshop

Nuke

Maya

Blender

Job description

Company Description

Mikros Animation is a global CGI animation creative studio. Providing filmmakers with top-tier animation and CGI services through a complete range of front and back-end creative services to bring unforgettable and stylized stories to life in every format, for every platform.

We provide end-to-end animation services, uniting industry-leading talent across our global network of creative studios located in Montreal and Paris.

We help filmmakers define and develop their vision from script to screen, making every project truly unique.

Job Description

In collaboration with the DMP Supervisor, your responsibilities will include:

• Translating the film’s sets into digital matte paintings in a style consistent with the vision of the Director and Art Director

• Creating complex backgrounds, landscapes, and environments within a 3D space using a broad range of tools including digital painting, rendering, and compositing software

• Working closely with the DMP Supervisor on matters of design, style, lighting, and graphical interpretation

• Setting up and executing 3D paintings while respecting the technical requirements of the project

• Developing the atmosphere and mood across various vistas

• Fixing and adjusting textures, including defining and correcting stretching where needed

• Collaborating with various departments including Art, Layout, Modeling, Look Development, Final Set Dressing, Lighting, Compositing, and Stereo

Qualifications

• Strong background in painting and illustration (both traditional and digital)

• Experience with 2.5D/3D projections is a plus

• Knowledge of Photoshop is required

• Familiarity with Nuke and Maya; knowledge of Blender is a plus

• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and sometimes demanding production environment

• Strong communicator and team collaborator

• Excellent attention to detail and a solid understanding of the different stages of animated film production

• Experience on animated features is preferred but not mandatory

• Solid technical and artistic skills

Additional Information

MIKROS ANIMATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Mikros Animation complies and prohibits against discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, medical condition (including genetic characteristics), mental and/or physical disability or handicap, marital status, sex, age, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political party preference, political belief, socioeconomic status, familial status, registered domestic partner status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and any other characteristic or activity protected by federal, state/provincial or local law.