Senior Digital Matte Painter

5 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Crafty Apes VFX Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Position: Senior Digital Matte Painter 

Location:       Sydney

Facility: Crafty Apes


Crafty Apes is a high-end global visual effects company specialising in photoreal VFX. Established in 2011, Crafty Apes operates offices in Canada, the UK, the US, and now in Australia with employees working remotely across the globe. Our mission is to bring our clients' visions to life through exceptional visual effects for film, episodic content, and commercials. Let's just say: we deliver great shots while having fun

Crafty Apes and our talented team members have received recognition for outstanding contributions to feature films, and we are looking for a Senior Digital Matte Painter to join our team in Sydney. The perfect candidate will lead the creation of complex and breathtaking digital environments, mentor junior artists, and collaborate directly with directors and VFX supervisors to define the look and feel of our projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the creation of complex, high-resolution digital matte paintings and environment projections for major feature films, television shows, and other projects.

  • Collaborate with VFX supervisors and directors to establish the artistic vision and technical approach for complex shots and sequences.

  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior and mid-level artists, helping to elevate the quality of work across the team.

  • Develop and implement efficient workflows and techniques to solve creative and technical challenges.

  • Oversee the integration of matte paintings into the final shots, working closely with lighting and compositing teams.

  • Act as a key creative voice in project meetings and reviews.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience as a digital matte painter in a senior or lead role within a high-end VFX studio.

  • Mastery of Photoshop and a deep understanding of 3D software (e.g., Maya, Nuke, and camera projection techniques.

  • An exceptional portfolio showcasing a mastery of composition, light, color, and photo-realism.

  • Extensive knowledge of the VFX pipeline and a proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.

  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with a track record of mentoring artists and collaborating with senior creative leadership.



Thank you for your interest in joining the Crafty Apes team. We are always looking for new talent to grow our business. Whether you are just starting out in your career or at a senior level, we invite you to explore openings across our studios.

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