Description
Position: Digital Matte Painter
Reports
to: Art Director
Description
The Digital Matte Painter creates photorealistic
paintings that are used as an element to either embellish or replace live
action footage.
Position Description and Responsibilities:
·
To work closely with Art Director to
and Supervisor to produce painting and elements that matches concept
·
To provide or acquire photographic
reference materials
·
2D and 3D paintings for digital
environments including:
o Camera
Setup
o Modeling
for Projection
o Camera
Animation
o Projection
Setup
o Image Re-Projection
o Atmospherics and Light Passes
·
To
work in partnership with shader developers, lighters and compositors to ensure
shots are delivered to the very highest standard
Required
Skills and Experience
·
5+
years experience in feature films creating photorealistic environments
·
Degree
in Art, industrial design or painting preferred
·
Knowledge
of Photoshop must
·
Understanding
of compositing software desired - Maya
·
Vue
and Deep Paint knowledge a plus
·
Strong
knowledge of advanced matte painting techniques including color space, digital
paint techniques and Photoshop file management
·
Good
knowledge and ability with perspective, value matching, and motion
·
Good
knowledge of camera focal lengths and composition
·
Knowledge
of film resolution and aspect rations
·
Strong
time management in relation to deadlines
·
Strong
interpersonal and communication skills