Texturing & Shading Artist – Environment
Company description:
L’Atelier Animation is a young company in existence since 2012 specializes in the production of full CG feature films.
Job description:
The Texturing & Shading Artist-Environment works under the supervision of the Texturing Supervisor and is responsible for the design of textures / shading of 3D sets. The artist interprets the 2D model packs and creates a 3D representation that meets the technical requirements and the artistic vision established for the project.
Responsibilities:
- Unwrap UV and create textures for sets;
- Collaborate with the Texturing Supervisor to determine the look of the CG objects of the project;
- Obtain a degree of realism suitable for the artistic direction of the project;
- Maintain timing and production quotas given by the coordination team;
- Execute the corrections requested by the Supervisor and the Director by showing an analytic mind;
- Organize its work and prepare presentation elements for approval;
- Communicate and seek information if necessary;
- Maintain a good team dynamics;
Qualifications:
- College diploma in 3D animation;
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Texturing Artist in a film production environment / animation TV series or visual effects;
- Strong knowledge of MAYA;
- A good knowledge of MUDBOX and ZBRUSH is a plus;
- Strong knowledge of PHOTOSHOP;
- Be comfortable with a LINUX / UNIX environment;
- Knowledge of an asset manager as SHOTGUN is a plus;
- Knowledge of MARI, UVLAYOUT and GUERILLA is a plus;
- Have an eye for detail, composition, colors, scales and forms;
- Traditional painting/drawing skills are a plus;
- Be familiar with UV unwrapping techniques;
- Basic knowledge of modeling and rigging is a plus;
- Must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada and available to work in Montreal, Quebec;
If you are interested in this position or you would like to recommend a candidate, please send your resume and demo by email at the following address : cv@latelieranimation.com.
Only the selected candidates will be contacted. Please note that you may be asked to provide references.
L’Atelier Animation is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Title : Texturing & Shading Artist-Environment
Status : Contractual/full time
Location : Montreal
Annual Salary : To be discussed