Company Description
Mikros Animation is a global CGI animation creative studio. Providing filmmakers with top-tier animation and CGI services through a complete range of front and back-end creative services to bring unforgettable and stylized stories to life in every format, for every platform.
We provide end-to-end animation services, uniting industry-leading talent across our global network of creative studios located in Montreal and Paris.
We help filmmakers define and develop their vision from script to screen, making every project truly unique.
Job Description
In collaboration with the DMP Supervisor, your responsibilities will include:
Translating the film’s sets into digital matte paintings in a style consistent with the vision of the Director and Art Director
Creating complex backgrounds, landscapes, and environments within a 3D space using a broad range of tools including digital painting, rendering, and compositing software
Working closely with the DMP Supervisor on matters of design, style, lighting, and graphical interpretation
Setting up and executing 3D paintings while respecting the technical requirements of the project
Developing the atmosphere and mood across various vistas
Fixing and adjusting textures, including defining and correcting stretching where needed
Collaborating with various departments including Art, Layout, Modeling, Look Development, Final Set Dressing, Lighting, Compositing, and Stereo
Qualifications
Strong background in painting and illustration (both traditional and digital)
Experience with 2.5D/3D projections is a plus
Knowledge of Photoshop is required
Familiarity with Nuke and Maya; knowledge of Blender is a plus
Ability to thrive in a dynamic and sometimes demanding production environment
Strong communicator and team collaborator
Excellent attention to detail and a solid understanding of the different stages of animated film production
Experience on animated features is preferred but not mandatory
Solid technical and artistic skills
Additional Information
MIKROS ANIMATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Mikros Animation complies and prohibits against discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, medical condition (including genetic characteristics), mental and/or physical disability or handicap, marital status, sex, age, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political party preference, political belief, socioeconomic status, familial status, registered domestic partner status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and any other characteristic or activity protected by federal, state/provincial or local law.
