Digital Matte Painter – Stop Motion VFX Project

Zoic Studios

Digital Matte Painter creating photorealistic environments for a stop-motion VFX project. Collaborating with artists to elevate narrative and visual style under tight deadlines.

Posted 7/9/2026contractRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$40 - CA$57 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create highly detailed, photorealistic matte paintings that integrate seamlessly with practical set builds and CG environments
Collaborate with the VFX Art Director and Lead Environments Artists to develop and refine visual beats
Render 3D images and elements that are visually compelling and optimized for integration
Use studio-provided suite of digital tools to produce environments, landscapes, skies, and set extensions
Work efficiently within production timelines, delivering high-quality assets ready for final compositing
Ensure flawless integration of matte paintings into both set-based plates and CG shots
Provide guidance and feedback to artists, ensuring the team maintains high standards of quality and consistency when necessary

Requirements

What you’ll need

3-5+ years of experience as a Digital Matte Paint Artist in VFX or film
Strong knowledge of 3D modeling, sculpting, and rendering techniques with proficiency in industry-standard software (e.g., Photoshop, Nuke, Mari, Houdini, Maya, Blender, Substance Painter, etc.)
Exceptional understanding of color theory, lighting, composition, and visual storytelling
A keen eye for detail and realism
Ability to collaborate in a high-pressure, creative environment with a focus on quality and efficient delivery
Strong communication and time-management skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work from home option
Collaboration on innovative projects
Respect for work/life balance

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Hard Skills & Tools

3D SculptingVisual StorytellingColor TheoryLightingComposition

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationTime ManagementCollaboration