Experienced Matte Painter

Sony Imageworks; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading visual effects studio in Vancouver is seeking a Senior Artist to create digital matte paintings. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in the VFX industry, proficient in tools like Photoshop, Maya, and Nuke. This role involves working under a supervisor to blend live action and CG elements creatively. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $45.34 to $65.10, along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Healthcare

Tuition reimbursement

RRSP's

Sick and Vacation leave

Standard increases as applicable

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in VFX or feature films.
• Ability to create digital matte paintings using various creative directions.

Responsibilities

• Create digital matte paintings that meet creative direction.
• Integrate live action elements, still photography, and rendered CG elements.

Skills

Photoshop

Maya

Nuke

Tools

Katana

Mari

Houdini

Speedtree

Linux

Job description

**Project based, Full Time**

**Language in work environment - English**



**Benefits per company policy:**

- Healthcare

- Tuition reimbursement

- RRSP's

- Sick and Vacation leave

- Standard increases as applicable



**Job Description:**

Under the guidance of the feature animation production Environment Supervisor or Matte Painting Lead, create digital matte paintings that meet creative direction using live action elements, still photography, concept art, rendered CG elements, and digital painted elements.



**Qualifications:**

- Knowledge of Photoshop, Maya, and Nuke is required.

- Knowledge of other tools such as Katana, Mari, Houdini, Speedtree, or Linux is a plus.

- Experience of 3 years in VFX or feature films is preferred.



The anticipated base salary for a Senior position is $45.34 to $65.10/hr. Benefits are per company policy, which include healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP's, Sick and Vacation leave, and standard increases as applicable.



The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including, without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and, if applicable, the location of the position.



Please note that you must be able to provide a demo reel that illustrates your relevant artistic and technical experience that also includes the nuances for this specific role.



We value unique perspectives and want diverse, unique talent to work with us. We encourage candidates from all identities to apply.



*Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.* Reference: ECNJOBID-3-67-103-209 in the application