Environments Artist

Environments Artist

Environments Supervisor Status: Non-exempt Classification: Full Time Date: Immediately

Purpose of the job

The Environments Artist’s role is to create or recreate a fully synthetic environment with a team that works and operations within a big visual effects pipeline, using tools and techniques to optimize and streamline the generated content.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Thorough understanding of a 3D and 2.5D (projection) pipeline.
• Experience with basic modeling, uv-ing, texturing and lighting.
• Experience with basic compositing.
• Preferably technical knowledge of lenses and camera body's (filmback, distortion etc).
• Being able to use photographic content from different media appropriately in set re-creation (stills,

HDRI etc).

• Experience in working in a world-scale environment versus single shots.
• Demonstrates the ability to be proactive and anticipate the needs of dependent departments.
• Translate concept art into photorealistic environments.
• Work closely with Supervisors to produce paintings and elements that match concept
• Provide or acquire photographic reference materials
• 2D and 3D paintings for digital environments including: Camera Setup, Modeling for Projection,

Camera Animation, Projection Setup, Image Re-Projection, Atmospherics and Light Passes

Education, Experience and Skills Required

• Minimum 2 years experience in feature films or commercial Visual Effects required.
• Degree in art, industrial design or painting preferred
• Experience working in a stereoscopic film pipeline/environment strongly desired
• Knowledge of Photoshop a must
• Understanding of Nuke or compositing software desired
• 3ds Max and/or Maya knowledge a plus
• Vue and Deep Paint knowledge a plus
• Strong knowledge of advanced matte painting techniques including color space, digital paint

techniques and Photoshop file management (be it file format, bit depth resolution or appropriate layering of elements)

• Good knowledge and ability with perspective, value matching, and motion
• Good knowledge of camera focal lengths and composition
• Knowledge of film resolution and aspect ratios
• Strong time management in relation to deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands

• Office working environment
• Hours for this position are based on normal working hours but will require extra hours pending

production needs

• Walking/bending/sitting

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. Digital Domain 3.0, Inc management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs. Compensation Range: $25.00 per hour to $65.00 per hour. The posted range describes the minimum to maximum range for this job description in the state of California and the provinces of British Columbia and Quebec. The range is posted in accordance with applicable law. The range for this same position may be lower or higher in markets outside of California or the provinces of British Columbia and Quebec. Offered base pay is contingent on internal equity, as well as the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other factors. As an equal employment opportunity employer, Digital Domain commits to a work environment free from unlawful discrimination where all employees are treated equally with dignity, respect and on the basis of individual experience and potential, without regard to any personal classifications protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of DD's values as a company. Our goal is to increase the attraction, retention, and advancement of women, persons of color, indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, individuals who identify as LGBTQ2S and all under-represented groups in skilled occupations within the entertainment and technology sectors. Building a diverse and inclusive workplace is critical to the success of our business and the well-being of our people. It drives innovation, new ideas, and most importantly, a safe and collaborative environment for you. We invite you to join us on this journey to help us better represent the world we live in, at the places we work, and to create a space where each individual feels comfortable bringing their whole self to work.