Current jobs related to DMP Artist - Toronto - Jellyfish Pictures Ltd

  • Virtual Art Department Generalist, DMP

    1 month ago

    Toronto, Canada Pixomondo Full time

    About Pixomondo:PXO creates industry-leading Virtual Production and Visual Effects for premium Film and Episodic content. With over 20 industry awards and nominations, PXO, a Sony Pictures Entertainment company, is a trusted partner for storytellers and showrunners worldwide. The Virtual Art Department (VAD) is the bridge between a traditional Art Department...

  • Virtual Art Department Generalist

    1 month ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Pixomondo Full time

    About PixomondoPixomondo is a leading provider of Virtual Production and Visual Effects services for premium film and episodic content. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality results, we are a trusted partner for storytellers and showrunners worldwide.The Virtual Art DepartmentThe Virtual Art Department (VAD) is a critical component of our...

  • Virtual Art Department Generalist

    1 month ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Pixomondo Full time

    About PixomondoPixomondo is a leading provider of Virtual Production and Visual Effects services for premium film and episodic content. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality results, we are a trusted partner for storytellers and showrunners worldwide.The Virtual Art DepartmentThe Virtual Art Department (VAD) is a critical component of our...

  • Virtual Art Department Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Pixomondo Full time

    About Pixomondo:We are a leading provider of Virtual Production and Visual Effects for premium Film and Episodic content. Our team has received over 20 industry awards and nominations, and we are a trusted partner for storytellers and showrunners worldwide.The Virtual Art Department (VAD) is a key component of our workflow, bridging the gap between...

  • Virtual Art Department Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Pixomondo Full time

    About Pixomondo:Pixomondo is a leading provider of Virtual Production and Visual Effects for premium Film and Episodic content. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality results, Pixomondo is a trusted partner for storytellers and showrunners worldwide.The Virtual Art Department (VAD) plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between traditional...

  • Virtual Art Department Generalist

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Pixomondo Full time

    About PixomondoPixomondo is a leading provider of Virtual Production and Visual Effects services for the film and episodic content industry. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality results, we are a trusted partner for storytellers and showrunners worldwide.The Virtual Art DepartmentThe Virtual Art Department (VAD) is a critical component of our...

  • Digital Matte Painting Lead

    5 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Company3Method Studios Full time

    **Company**:SDFX Studios **Position**:Digital Matte Painting Lead **Location**:Toronto, ON (Remote) - **Pay Range**:$45.00 - $50.00 CAD hourly ***: SDFX Studios is growing and we’re seeking a highly skilled Digital Matte Painter Lead for visual effects. The role of the DMP Lead is to manage a team to create background matte painting that matches the...

DMP Artist

3 months ago

Toronto, Canada Jellyfish Pictures Ltd Full time

We are seeking a talented and experienced Concept/Digital Matte Painting (DMP) Artist to join our VFX pipeline. The ideal candidate will have a strong artistic background, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to create stunning concept art and digital matte paintings that enhance the visual storytelling of our projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Concept Art Creation: Develop high-quality concept art for environments, characters, and props that align with the creative vision of the project.
  • Matte Painting: Create detailed and photorealistic digital matte paintings for use in VFX shots, integrating seamlessly with live-action footage and CGI elements.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with the Art Director, VFX Supervisor, and other departments to ensure that concepts and matte paintings meet the creative and technical standards of the project.
  • Research and Reference: Conduct research and gather references to inform the creation of realistic and believable environments and assets.
  • Technical Integration: Ensure that digital matte paintings are optimized for integration into the pipeline, including working with compositors to achieve the final look.
  • Problem Solving: Address technical challenges related to matte painting and concept art, providing solutions that adhere to project timelines and quality standards.
  • Quality Control: Review and ensure the quality of artwork produced, maintaining a high standard of work throughout the production process.
  • Documentation: Maintain documentation for concept and matte painting processes to ensure consistency and knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in concept art and digital matte painting for VFX, with a strong portfolio showcasing a range of high-quality work.
  • Software Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in industry-standard software such as Photoshop, Maya, Nuke, and other relevant tools.
  • Artistic Skills: Strong artistic skills with a solid understanding of composition, color, lighting, and perspective.
  • Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of VFX pipelines and workflows, including experience with integrating matte paintings into live-action and CGI shots.
  • Communication: Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce highly realistic and visually compelling artwork.
  • Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and timelines while maintaining a high standard of work.

Preferred Skills:

  • Creativity: A creative mindset with the ability to contribute to the overall visual direction of the project.
  • Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to address technical and creative challenges efficiently.

Benefits

At Jellyfish Pictures, we foster a community of diverse talent to create engaging worlds. We empower our employees to think creatively and collaboratively to achieve common goals. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that you can focus on your passion in a supportive environment conducive to growth. We're currently pursuing B Corp certification and offer a range of social events, flexible working arrangements, and wellbeing initiatives to support our team members.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a recruitment process based solely on merit, without bias towards ethnicity, age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation/preference, national origin, religion, or any other protected category.

Please do let us know which method of communication works best for you in the questions included in the application, as well as highlighting whether you require any reasonable adjustments to the screening or interview process.

If you would like to keep up to date with all our vacancies, information on projects we are working and want to become part of our wider talent community, please feel free to opt in to our quarterly recruitment newsletter the JellyGram using the below email

optin@jellyfishpictures.co.uk

About Us:

Founded in 2001, Jellyfish Pictures has evolved from a "two-man band" into an internationally recognized operation. Renowned for our world-class animation and VFX, we've garnered multiple awards, including EMMY, BAFTA, and VES Awards, among others.