Company DescriptionMikros 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 DescriptionIn 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 DirectorCreating complex backgrounds, landscapes, and environments within a 3D space using a broad range of tools including digital painting, rendering, and compositing softwareWorking closely with the DMP Supervisor on matters of design, style, lighting, and graphical interpretationSetting up and executing 3D paintings while respecting the technical requirements of the projectDeveloping the atmosphere and mood across various vistasFixing and adjusting textures, including defining and correcting stretching where neededCollaborating with various departments including Art, Layout, Modeling, Look Development, Final Set Dressing, Lighting, Compositing, and StereoQualificationsStrong background in painting and illustration (both traditional and digital)Experience with 2.5D/3D projections is a plusKnowledge of Photoshop is requiredFamiliarity with Nuke and Maya; knowledge of Blender is a plusAbility to thrive in a dynamic and sometimes demanding production environmentStrong communicator and team collaboratorExcellent attention to detail and a solid understanding of the different stages of animated film productionExperience on animated features is preferred but not mandatorySolid technical and artistic skillsAdditional InformationMIKROS ANIMATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMikros 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.
