Texture Artist

Sony Imageworks; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading visual effects company in Vancouver is seeking a Texture Artist to create photoreal and stylised textures for characters and environments. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years in CG or VFX production and proficiency in tools like Mari and Substance Painter. The role requires teamwork and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to provide a demo reel showcasing relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years CG or VFX production experience.
• Exceptional skills in CG artwork.
• Ability to provide a demo reel illustrating relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Create and apply photoreal and stylised textures for characters, props, and environments.
• Set up complex surface textures and prep files for lighting.
• Work as part of a team to solve problems and create exceptional textures.

Skills

CG artwork

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Tools

Mari

Substance Painter

Photoshop

Katana

Maya

Job description

1285 W Pender St Vancouver, BC V6E 4B1

Project based, Full Time

Language in work environment - English

Responsibilities

Cohesively work alongside other asset departments (Model, Rig, Character FX, Look Development) to create and apply photoreal and/or stylised textures. Design organic and hard surface textures in order to achieve the desired look of characters, props, and environments. Set up complex surface textures and prep surface files for lighting. Meet show deadlines, participate in Dailies, Rounds, and team reviews. Interact with Production, Supervisors, Leads, and peers in order to interpret notes and feedback on assigned tasks. Assist with efficient problem solving and sharing relevant information across the Texture Department. Work proficiently as part of a team, as well as independently, to determine various solutions to create exceptional textures for CG and/or VFX work.

Qualifications

Able demonstrate exceptional skills/abilities in CG artwork. Minimum requirement of 3 years CG or VFX production experience. Knowledge of applicable software packages including Mari, Substance Painter, Photoshop, Katana, and Maya. Mudbox, ZBrush, Substance Designer, Modo experience a plus. Lookdev experience is a plus.

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.