This year, why not add a new specialized high-in-demand skillset to your compositing tool belt? Take a detour from your lap around the typical studios and discover a new level of job satisfaction and appreciation. If you want to learn more about our shop, check out this recent article in Variety:
Apply today by email to express your interest. We would love to chat and tell you more about why we are so excited about our work and the future of Vitality VFX and how you might become a vital part of our success!
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• To create the 2D painted backgrounds required to complete any 3D environments, sets or scenes on the film, while working with the design and modeling departments .
• To troubleshoot and use talents in creating visually stunning backgrounds which match and marry to the film’s style and 3D requirements, using direction given by Supervisors.
• Introduce innovative visual concepts and ideas for upcoming projects. Depending on the project, concepts may be photorealistic or may contain fantastical elements.
Requirements
• Minimum of 3+ years of feature film experience (or list comparable work experience).
• High level of technical proficiency in Adobe Photoshop both in software familiarity and output: retouching, clean plates, image reconstruction, set extension, patches & augmentation, texture projection, etc.
• High level of organization and multiple OS familiarity (MAC/PC) a plus.
• Additional cross-disciplines welcome. Please list any such skills and experience in your resume (3D Modeling, Z-Brush, Architecture, Photography, Traditional Illustration, Graphic Design (Web and/or Print), Typography, Layout, etc.).
Skills:
• Ability to create matte paintings stylistically and / or photo realistically using 2D and 3D applications.
• Ability to integrate illustration with existing 3D environments.
• Must be able to work quickly, efficiently, and communicate well within a team environment.
• Must be responsive to deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Demonstrable experience in highly technical, dynamic departments is a must.
How to apply:
Please submit your resume and demo reels (e.g. student work, personal work or project work) to jobs@vitalityvfx.com
Please include rate history and availability in the body of the email.
Please ensure there is a detailed description of your work in particular with your demo reel.
Please write in the subject: Vancouver Senior Matte Painter
Please note, due to a high volume of applications, we cannot respond to every applicant.
Job Location:
Vancouver, BC Canada
Must be a current BC resident, or hold a current work permit.