Overview

  • Crafty Apes is a high-end visual effects boutique with a strong foothold in features and episodic television.  We are looking for a Senior DMP/Environment Artist with experience in episodic TV and feature film formats.  The perfect candidate must have a proven track record of producing high quality photoreal work, be a team player, effective communicator and thrive on daily challenges.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Work with the CG Supervisor, VFX Supervisor, Production and Creative Departments to create matte paintings and set extensions, either standalone, or to be integrated into live-action environments.
  • Produce senior level concept and design work:
    ·       Obtain a level of realism based on the art direction of the project.
    ·       Ability to adapt to the show’s artistic style.
  • Meet all milestones while adhering to the show’s schedules and pipelines.
  • Take direction and effectively communicate with team and management.
  • Lead other DMPs by giving direction and technical guidance, finding creative solutions and providing constructive feedback to ensure a high-quality result, on time and on budget.
  • Maintain and develop knowledge/skills, staying up to date with new methods/techniques:
  • Provide creative and technical input on projects to improve quality and efficiency.
  • Organize workloads and prepare presentation elements for validations.
  • Communicate and search for solutions and information when necessary.
  • Maintain a good team dynamic.
  • Mentor junior artists.
  • Attend and engage in project and company-wide meetings.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 5+ years of experience in DMP and/or Concept Art in a VFX production environment.
  • Bachelor’s degree in illustration, industrial design, or fine art, is preferred.
  • An advanced knowledge of the following:
    -Unreal Game Engine
    -Photoshop
    -Nuke, Maya or 3DS Max
    -3D rendering
  • Nice to have:
    -Knowledge of RV and Shotgun
    -2.5D / 3D projecting experience (3D generalist or Nuke compositing experience)
  • Strong knowledge of photography, especially in relation to lenses.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

 

HOW TO APPLY

·      Submit CV and references to:

melissa.blakey@craftyapes.com

·      Include position applying for in subject of email

About Crafty Apes

WHO WE ARE

Crafty Apes Vancouver is an award winning, full service visual effects studio. Focusing on compositing and industry leading stylization, our studio is recognized for consistently and professionally delivering the highest quality in VFX.

RECENT PROJECTS

Stranger Things | Raised By Wolves | The Terror | Westworld | Man in the High Castle | Lemony Snickets: A series of Unfortunate Events | 12 Strong