Experienced Matte Painter

Sony Pictures Imageworks; Vancouver; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Sony Pictures Imageworks is seeking a Senior Digital Matte Painter who will create stunning visuals for feature animation projects. The position requires a strong knowledge of industry-standard software and a minimum of 3 years experience in VFX or feature films. This role is part of a collaborative environment with a focus on artistic innovation and community engagement.

Benefits

Healthcare

Tuition reimbursement

RRSP's

Sick and Vacation leave

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Photoshop, Maya, and Nuke is required.
• 3+ years in VFX or feature films preferred.
• Experience with tools such as Katana, Mari, Houdini is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create digital matte paintings using various elements.
• Work under the guidance of supervisors, meeting creative direction.

Skills

Photoshop

Maya

Nuke

Education

3+ years in VFX or feature films

Tools

Katana

Mari

Houdini

Speedtree

Linux

Job description

Sony Pictures Imageworks is located on the unceded traditional territory of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations. We are committed to respecting traditional lands, and working with communities towards reconciliation.

Project based, Full Time

Language in work environment - English

Benefits per company policy: include 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 an 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, 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.

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