Visual Development Designer (Environment)

The Visual Development Designer (Environment) is responsible for the creation of 3D Blender artwork used as the basis for the ongoing creative project. They will also need to have conventional line drawing and paint skills to convert blender designs into traditional model packs for assets departments. The Visual Development Designer (Environment) is also responsible for developing a variety of looks and styles, taking into account any styles, directions, and guidance set down by the Art Director and Production Designer.

• Create environments in Blender designed to translate into Maya with minimal rework.
• Create drawings and paintings to explore the style and desired result of final imagery.
• Precisely and accurately follow reference and direction to create the desired look of a scene.
• Work in a set style, but also further push that style to capture new ideas based on story needs while receiving minimal direction. Self motivating.
• Create multiple drawings and paintings to be used as layers or backgrounds in composite images.
• Perform visual and analytical problem solving in 2D/3D space.
• Work with a production team and visual effects supervisor to create the desired look for environments that may reflect any of a wide variety.

• Degree/diploma in Computer Graphics, Fine Art, Architectural/Industrial Design, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• A good eye for color, composition and detail as it relates to organic models, hard surface models and environments.
• A strong understanding of how things should look and feel given specific artistic direction or reference.
• Understanding of hard surfaces, organic, and strong illustrative graphic design sensibilities.
• The ability to combine naturalistic lighting effects, with abstract design that incorporates classic animation styling.
• Extensive experience with Blender.
• Extensive experience with Photoshop.
• Experience with traditional drawing, and/or painting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• A creative and collaborative problem solver who is organized and critical of his or her own work.
• Superior craftsmanship.

This job description is not meant to be all inclusive. Employee may be required to perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Please note that Canadian citizens and Canadian permanent residents will be considered in priority.
Only the selected candidates will be contacted. Please note that you may be asked to provide references.