Digital Paint Artist: Visual Effects Specialist

2 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Industrial Light & Magic Full time

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Digital Paint Artist to join our team at Industrial Light & Magic.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an artistic professional with expertise in digital painting and compositing to contribute their skills to our dynamic team.

Responsibilities

  • Restore background plates and create digital mattes for film productions using advanced software tools like Silhouette and Nuke.
  • Demonstrate a keen eye for color, grain structures, and saturation levels to ensure cohesive visual effects.
  • Break down complex shots into individual components and work under tight deadlines.
  • Collaborate with supervisors, research references, and communicate effectively with team members.
  • Maintain high standards of quality in all aspects of work, including troubleshooting and problem-solving.
  • Assimilate feedback from supervisors and adapt to changing project requirements.
  • Use Nuke's layout and DM cameras to enhance composited images.
  • Export track points between multiple toolsets and participate in stereo compositing pipeline workflows.
  • Actively engage with departments in shot groups, providing updates on progress and solutions for production challenges.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Drawing, or Animation, or equivalent experience.
  • At least 3 years of production experience in computer graphics, animation, or video.
  • Proficiency in Silhouette and Nuke, with experience writing Nuke gizmos and/or plugins a plus.
  • Strong understanding of UNIX operating systems and ability to learn software and adapt scripts.
  • Familiarity with Python and/or C++ a plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, adaptability, and willingness to learn new tools.

Compensation and Benefits

The estimated salary for this position in Vancouver is CAD $72,300 per year, based on a 40-hour work week. The actual base pay offered will consider internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A comprehensive range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits may be included in the compensation package.


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