DMP Artist (DNEG Animation)

DNEG; India; On-site; INR 500,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

DNEG is opening a new facility in India and is looking for a Matte Painter. The successful candidate will have over 3 years of experience in high-end animated feature films, with a strong artistic background and advanced knowledge of matte painting techniques. You will create detailed elements and collaborate closely with other departments, ensuring work is aligned with the artistic vision. Candidates must be organized, proactive, and have excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of high-end animated feature film experience.
• Strong artistic background in painting.
• Good understanding of basic perspective for digital environments.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed matte painted elements for film.
• Collaborate with departments like Build and Lighting.
• Ensure work fits with the project's artistic direction.

Skills

Advanced matte painting techniques

Understanding of perspective

Technical proficiency in photography

2D & 3D integration in Maya

Excellent verbal and written communication

Tools

Photoshop

Maya

Nuke

World Machine

Job description

Key Purpose of the Job

DNEG’s Feature Animation department has been slowly building over the past couple of years and we are delighted to officially launch the new facility. Together we will bring the vision of both major Hollywood studios and independent productions to life.

Our Matte Painters work closely with the Matte Painting Supervisor to understand the Art Direction of the film. You will create detailed matte painted elements, using projections and illustrations that are to be used to create believable environments. Using your understanding of perspective, lighting and colour to produce work that fits with the style of the project. You will also be collaborating with other departments such as Build and Lighting to get the best results from your work.

Must Have

• 3+ years of high-end animated feature film experience.
• A strong artistic background in painting.
• Thorough knowledge of advanced matte painting techniques including colour space, digital paint techniques and Photoshop file management.
• A good understanding and application of basic perspective as a basis for a form building/correcting strategy in the creation of digital environments.
• Technical proficiency in photography with an emphasis on composition, depth, lighting and colour.
• Ability to combine 2D & 3D elements in Maya and projections in Nuke.
• Ability to work with World Machine would be a benefit.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional aptitude for time management in relation to bringing multiple priorities and tasks to completion within a set deadline.

About You

• Organised, pro-active and a self-starter.
• A team player and clear communicator, and a keenness for collaboration.
• A team leader, approachable and personable, with strong motivational qualities.
• Adaptable and with a willingness to learn new skills and techniques – including proprietary software.
• Calm under pressure and committed to meet production deadlines.
• A positive, can-do attitude.