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Remote Senior Digital Matte Painting Artist/Environment Artist- Expression of Interest

Remote Senior Digital Matte Painting Artist/Environment Artist- Expression of Interest

Note: This • Vancouver, British Columbia
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Remote
Job description

Note: This is an expression of interest job posting which is an opportunity for you to submit your resume for further consideration. When this role becomes available you may receive an email from our HR team. Please note only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted, we thank all applicants for their interest in Mavericks VFX.

Location: Ontario - Remote


Duration: Indefinite


Reports To: CG Supervisor

Overview:
The Senior Digital Matte Painting Artist / Environment Artist is responsible for creating concept art and high-quality 2D and 3D environments for live-action VFX projects. This role contributes to the visual development of environments, defining the look, feel, and atmosphere of scenes prior to production. The position requires a combination of artistic and technical expertise to deliver photorealistic assets and concept artwork that support creative direction and production workflows. Coordination with the Environment Lead, CG Supervisor, and Compositing teams ensures visual consistency and seamless integration of all elements.


Job Responsibilities



  • Produce concept art and complex 2D/2.5D matte paintings for live-action and CG integration.

  • Develop visual references and concept artwork to guide creative direction and environment production.

  • Collaborate with the Environment Lead, CG, and Compositing teams to maintain visual continuity, technical efficiency, and high production standards.

  • Suggest and implement innovative techniques, tools, and AI-assisted workflows to optimize environment production.

  • Review and provide feedback on environment work to ensure it meets creative and technical requirements.

  • Stay updated on industry tools, techniques, and best practices, and apply knowledge to improve production workflows.



Qualifications and Essential Skills:



  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a Digital Matte Painter or Environment Artist for live-action feature film or episodic VFX.

  • Strong artistic skills with an appreciation for landscape and natural processes, and proven ability to create compelling concept art, including expertise in composition, lighting, perspective, and color theory.

  • Proficiency with Photoshop and 3D software such as Maya, Houdini, or Blender.

  • Experience with projection techniques and camera setups.

  • Working knowledge of compositing packages (preferably Nuke).

  • Knowledge of Unreal Engine and AI-based environment or image generation techniques is a plus.

  • Ability to manage multiple complex tasks and deadlines while maintaining high-quality results.

  • Strong communication skills and collaborative work approach.




Additional Notes:

Due to funding requirements, candidates must reside in Ontario and be legally eligible to work in Canada.


We thank all applicants for their interest in Mavericks VFX, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.



Must be legally entitled to work in Canada as specified and, where applicable, must have a valid work permit that allows the candidate to fulfill the requirements of the role.



Mavericks VFX is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.




About Us:
Mavericks VFX is a three-time Emmy-nominated VFX firm based in Toronto, Canada. Working as a collection of filmmakers—drawn from a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and talents—we create outstanding visual effects for film and TV. We are proud of our family-vibe, but rely on our strong pipeline and learning from our seasoned artists to produce world class visual effects. If you are seeking to be a part of an exciting team-based environment, we’d love to hear from you.



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