Rodeo FX is looking for talented senior Matte Painters/Environment Artists with a minimum of 5 Years of experience in the film industry. The matte painter will be responsible for creating photo realistic and very stylized backgrounds in 2D or 3D space. A portfolio showcasing strong 2D and 3D skills in achieving photorealistic images is a must.

Responsibilities and requirements:
  • Use animation software (XSI preferred) and painting skills to create hyper-realistic and stylized backgrounds and environments.
  • Combine skills in Photoshop and XSI, particularly in modeling, texturing, lighting camera projection techniques to generate 2D or 3D digital environments.
  • Organize and manage his work to be able to function in a vfx production pipeline.
  • To be able to receive comments and criticisms and communicate well with members of his team.
  • Previous experience as a matte painter in a VFX house and/or CG animation house in films.
  • Skills in design & photography.
  • Extensive knowledge of matte painting techniques; knowledge of 2D and 3D modeling, rendering in 3D software, lighting, motion, etc.
  • Advanced knowledge of XSI and Photoshop. Experience with compositing principles is a big plus.