Matte Painting Supervisor

Line Gatos Advanced Imaging And Visual Effects India LLP; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Line Gatos Advanced Imaging And Visual Effects India LLP is seeking a talented Matte Painting Supervisor to lead our Visual Effects team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong artistic vision and technical expertise, with a minimum of 8 years in visual effects and proven leadership skills.

Your role will include supervising the creation of high-quality matte paintings, collaborating closely with the creative team, and mentoring a talented team of artists.

We strive to foster a dynamic environment where innovation and creativity thrive.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in visual effects.
• Proven leadership experience in a fast‑paced production.
• Expert proficiency in industry-standard software for matte painting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the matte painting team.
• Supervise high‑quality matte paintings and digital environments.
• Collaborate with VFX Supervisor and Art Director.

Skills

Leadership

Matte Painting

Problem-Solving

Communication

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Nuke

Maya

Houdini

3ds Max

Python

MEL

Job description

Eyeline is a global team of risk takers, innovators and perfectionists who achieve creative visions and have fun doing it. We are seeking a talented and experienced Matte Painting Supervisor to join our dynamic Visual Effects team. The ideal candidate will have a strong artistic vision and technical expertise to lead the matte painting department in creating stunning and photorealistic environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the matte painting team, fostering artistic growth and technical development in both 2D and 2.5D environments.
• Supervise the creation of high‑quality matte paintings and digital environments for feature films, television, and other media.
• Collaborate with the VFX Supervisor and Art Director to establish the visual style and quality standards for matte paintings, ensuring consistency across 2D and 3D work.
• Ensure the seamless integration of matte paintings with live-action footage and CG elements.
• Develop and maintain efficient workflows and best practices for the matte painting department, incorporating both 2D and 3D techniques.
• Provide creative and technical solutions to challenges in the production pipeline.
• Review and provide constructive feedback on matte paintings to ensure artistic and technical excellence.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to keep the department at the forefront of innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in visual effects, with a strong background in matte painting, including both 2D and 2.5D work.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams or departments in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Expert‑level proficiency in industry‑standard software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Nuke, Maya) for both 2D and 2.5D matte painting.
• Strong understanding of perspective, lighting, and color theory.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to manage complex projects and team needs simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative and team‑oriented mindset.
• Experience developing and maintaining workflows in coordination with pipeline and technical teams.
• Experience in high‑end feature film or episodic TV productions (preferred).
• Background in DMP supervision or departmental leadership (preferred).
• Familiarity with 3D modeling and rendering software (e.g., Houdini, 3ds Max).
• Knowledge of scripting (Python, MEL) for pipeline tools and automation is a plus.
• Experience in generative workflows is a plus.

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.