At a Glance
- Tasks: Create stunning digital environments and lead innovative VFX projects.
- Company: Join a global team at Pitch Black, known for its creative collaboration.
- Benefits: Inclusive workplace, mentorship opportunities, and a chance to work on exciting projects.
- Other info: Flexible work environment with opportunities for growth and skill development.
- Why this job: Make your mark in the VFX industry with cutting-edge technology and diverse teams.
- Qualifications: Expertise in Photoshop and Nuke, plus experience in VFX production.
The predicted salary is between 66150 - 80850 $ per year.
The Digital Matte Painting Artist is responsible for the delivery of matte paintings and projection setups through photorealistic environment creation, set extensions, and sky replacements. This role focuses on complex work, technical leadership, tool development, and mentoring team members.
Works with high autonomy, provides technical direction, and leads by example. Working closely with Environment, Lighting, Compositing, Layout, Production, and DMP teams across multiple locations, the Digital Matte Painting Artist ensures that work meets creative, technical, and schedule requirements.
- Execute advanced matte painting work, including hero environments and complex set extensions
- Create full establishing shots and cycloramas/six-packs
- Develop quick mockups and high-detail concepts for creative review
- Implement advanced compositing techniques for simulating FX
- Establish look development and colour science for entire sequences
- Deliver assigned shots on schedule while maintaining a high standard of quality
- Create templated workflows for team efficiency
- Establish colour science standards for sequences
Quality, Continuity & Self-QC
- Set and maintain a high quality bar; spot issues early and help others raise consistency
- Create or improve QC checklists/templates and share best practices with the team
- Anticipate downstream integration needs and solve problems proactively with clear trade-offs
Creative Development & Workflow optimisation
- Collaborate with local and global teams, Supervisors, and HoDs to design tools and optimised workflows
- Support global production teams through documentation and technical guidance
- Contribute to ongoing workflow improvements through technical problem-solving
- Support global teams through documentation and technical guidance
Workflow & Continuous Improvement
- Drive workflow improvements through tool requests, testing and documentation
- Mentor others on best practices; help reduce rework through clear processes and checklists
- Partner with Pipeline/Engineering to improve robustness, performance and usability
- Participate in and, where appropriate, run dailies, presenting work clearly and responding to feedback
- Communicate proactively with Supervisors, HoDs, and Production to identify risks, dependencies, and technical constraints
- Support skill development across local and global teams through mentorship and knowledge sharing
- Work effectively across time zones in a fast-paced production environment
Proven track record of mentoring and technical leadership
Qualifications
- Significant experience in a professional VFX production environment with a focus on Digital Matte Painting
- Expert-level proficiency in Photoshop and Nuke
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading sequences or small teams
- Contribution to R&D or tool development initiatives
Core Technical Skills
- Photoshop, Nuke: photorealistic environment creation
- Additional tools: Maya, Houdini, Unreal
Soft Skills
- Clear and effective communication across disciplines and time zones
- Strong problem-solving skills under production pressure
- Collaborative mindset with a focus on technical excellence and consistency
- Highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented
DMP Artist in Toronto employer: Pitch Black Creative
At Pitch Black, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that empowers our DMP Artists to excel in their craft. With access to cutting-edge technology and a diverse team of talented professionals across global studios, employees benefit from continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and the chance to contribute to groundbreaking projects in the vibrant city of Montreal. Join us to be part of a community that values creativity, technical excellence, and personal growth.
