Lead Surfacing Artist

Full Time Job
Scanline VFX, empowered by Netflix , is an award-winning, global leader in the visual effects industry with 7 studios worldwide. Founded in 1989, we are a team of over 1000 made up of diverse backgrounds and nationalities. Nowadays, Eyeline Studios, our virtual production division, is rethinking the future of real-time filmmaking by providing content creators with unmatched flexibility.

The Lead Surfacing Artist collaborates with the show side supervision team to help maintain and schedule tasks and assignments while ensuring the artists stay on track and delivers photo-real textures for hard surface and organic models, environments, and hero creature work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Creates photorealistic textures, both hand-painted and from set photography to a level of detail necessary for hero CG assets
• Works independently on defined tasks, but in collaboration with artists and supervisors in modeling, shading, and lighting during the look development process
• Leads and mentors a team of artists; offer constructive and support feedback
• Helps with creation of documentation and wiki pages to help with artist training and workflow
• Helps solves high-level show technical and creative challenges

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum four (4) years of experience in visual effects for live-action feature films or television
• Previous leadership experience
• Hands-on experience using Mari and Substance Painter essential, Photoshop, ZBrush, Mudbox a plus
• Working knowledge of Maya or 3ds Max essential, V-Ray, Nuke a plus
• Clear understanding of color space, shading, lighting, and rendering methodologies
• Familiarity with digital photography
• Interest in trouble shooting and problem solving abilities
• Eye for detail, initiative, excellent organizational skills and efficient communicator

At Scanline VFX, we strive to set the highest standard of quality in everything we do. We are constantly challenging ourselves to break new ground and exceed expectations. We value curiosity and believe that great ideas come from everyone. As an applicant, know that we are committed to ensuring you receive equal treatment when applying for a career with us.