Lead Roto Paint Artist

Line Gatos Advanced Imaging And Visual Effects India LLP; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Eyeline, a global VFX studio, seeks an experienced roto and paint supervisor to oversee high‑quality mattes and clean plates for feature films and episodic work. You will work with the Compositing team to maintain consistent roto and paint methodologies while solving complex visual and technical challenges.

You will mentor junior artists, train teams on best practices, and ensure timely deliveries across sequences, leveraging RV or equivalent tools for QC and seamless handoffs.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of experience working in major live action feature films or episodic VFX.
• Proficiency in Nuke, Silhouette and Mocha required.
• Practical understanding of 3D camera tracking, projections, and 2.5D workflows.
• Excellent leadership, organizational and time management skills; ability to mentor artists.

Responsibilities

• Brief and bid roto and paint tasks with accurate estimates and schedules.
• Collaborate with Production and Supervisors to coordinate deliveries.
• Find creative and technical solutions to improve efficiency without compromising quality.
• Perform QC on departmental work and vendor submissions to ensure clean edges and handoffs.
• Deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Attend production meetings and provide clear feedback to resolve tasks efficiently.
• Use Flow/ShotGrid to track tasks and communicate across the pipeline.
• Mentor junior to mid-level artists and share best practices.

Education

Degree or Diploma in Digital Arts, Media Arts, or related discipline

Tools

Nuke

Silhouette

Mocha

Maya

Python scripting

TCL scripting

Job description

Eyeline is a global team of risk takers, innovators and perfectionists who achieve creative visions and have fun doing it. A dynamic workforce nestled within the industry’s most intriguing cities, united by a drive to push the boundaries of storytelling. Learn more.

Reporting to the Roto/Paint Supervisor, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality roto mattes, clean plates, and prep elements to the highest feature-film and episodic standards.

Working closely with Compositing Supervisors and Leads, you will uphold consistent roto and paint methodologies, proactively resolve complex visual and technical challenges, and ensure seamless integration across sequences.

You are a strong problem solver who works independently with minimal supervision while providing clear direction, maintaining exceptional quality, and supporting successful vendor and show collaborations.

Key Responsibilities

• Brief and bid roto and paint tasks, providing accurate estimates and workflow schedules.
• Collaborate with Production, Compositing Supervisors, and other creative teams to coordinate deliveries and support project goals.
• Find creative and technical solutions for time-consuming tasks to improve efficiency without compromising quality.
• Perform quality control (QC) on departmental work, including internal and external vendor submissions, using RV or equivalent playback software to ensure clean edges and artifact-free handoffs.
• Deliver high-quality work while managing tight deadlines and shifting production priorities.
• Attend production meetings, provide clear and constructive feedback, and partner closely with Compositing Supervisors to resolve tasks efficiently.
• Use Flow/ShotGrid confidently to track tasks, manage workflows, and maintain clear communication across the production pipeline.
• Train, mentor, and support junior to mid-level artists by sharing best practices, developing templates, and fostering team growth.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot shot-specific technical challenges, escalating broader show-level pipeline issues when needed.
• Maintain familiarity with AI-assisted workflows and apply them effectively to improve efficiency where appropriate.

Qualifications

Degree or Diploma in Digital Arts, Media Arts, or a related discipline(preferred) Minimum five (5) years of experience working in major live action feature films or episodic VFX. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of and proficiency in Nuke, Silhouette, and Mocha (required) Practical understanding of 3D camera tracking, projections, and 2.5D workflows. Outstanding leadership, organizational, and time management skills, with proven ability to mentor artists and guide sequence deliveries. Ability to receive and implement supervisor and client feedback swiftly while maintaining strict production guidelines. Able to work independently with minimal supervision; strong trouble shooting/problem solving ability; and escalates issues as needed Excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrating a collaborative, positive team approach.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Maya or equivalent 3D DCC applications for camera extraction and asset alignment.
• Traditional art, photography, or cinematography background.
• Basic knowledge of Python or TCL scripting for workflow automation and gizmo development in Nuke.

About Us

Eyeline is a global creative studio partnering with storytellers to turn their ambitions into stunning reality. By blending the time-honored craft of filmmaking with breakthrough technologies, we unlock bold, cinematic visions at scale. Our three pillars - VFX, Studios and Labs - form the creative spine of Eyeline, guiding how we think, work, and show up in every frame. At Eyeline, we believe technology serves artistry and our people are the soul behind everything we do, deepening creative connection, rather than replacing it. We build worlds with exceptional craft and precision, working hand in hand with our creative partners from concept to final pixel.

Netflix Investment- Eyeline

With the support of Netflix’s investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce, we’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in visual effects and virtual production technology. In addition to our work with Netflix, we continue to partner with a wide range of long-standing and new clients worldwide.

Come as you are

We are looking for those seeking to take risks with us, those driven by passion for their craft. To us, these are key ingredients that we look for in our team. We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application. When you apply for a role with us, you will receive consideration based solely on your qualifications. At Eyeline, we see a future that feels familiar. We blend the heart and time-honored craft of filmmaking with the new forms of technology to unlock bold, cinematic visions at scale. We value the convergence of human inspiration and new ways of creating.