Job Description:

Digital Matte Painters (DMP) are responsible for creating Matte-paintings and set extensions, either standalone or to be integrated into both photo-real and stylized live-action environments. This position requires a solid understanding of Matte Painting techniques as well as strong creative talent.

Responsibilities:

- performing tasks related to integrating imagery into shots, preserving a unified sense of lighting, perspective, and color
- painting photo real environments, elements and textures for matching into live action plates or to stand on their own as DMP plates
- integrating matte paintings into 3D environments
- working with live action footage, still photography, and CG elements to create environments that can be flawlessly integrated into the project

- Create matte paintings for sometimes complex camera-mapping;

- Obtain a level of realism based on the art direction of the project;

- Maintain the schedule given by the Production Coordinator;

- Perform tasks and corrections given by the Art Director by demonstrating analytical skill and pro activity;

- Organize the workload and prepare the presentation elements for validations;

- Communicate and search for solutions and information when necessary;

- Maintain a positive team dynamic.

Requirements

- 2.5+ years of experience, specifically working as a concept artist.





- Outstanding level proficiency with Photoshop, Painter or equivalent 2D/illustration software

- Good Knowledge of traditional painting and drawing techniques is a plus;

- Deep understanding of human/creature anatomy, form, shape language, and silhouette

- Strong knowledge of weapon, armor, fashion and costume design

- Self-motivated and creative individual with excellent communication skills.

- Ability to work under pressure and be flexible

- Ability to coordinate with the team to meet deadlines in a short period

- Self-initiation in taking up responsibilities to take up tasks and lead to the closure
- A strong creative eye and a problem-solving attitude.

- Excellent traditional art skills in painting and a good understanding of composition and perspective are all an advantage.

Benefits

- We're off on Saturday's, Festive holiday's and Sunday's.

- Friendly and energetic Working Environment

- Sophisticated workstation.

- Can always have work life balance

- We provide Training for skill development, Skill enhancement, Leadership & Soft skills training.

- Stress buster activity, Ice breaking session for freshers and lot more entertainment activities are done to make our employees and workspace filled with fun.

📌 Digital Matte Paint Artist (Short Term Contract) (Chennai)
🏢 Phantom FX
📍 Chennai