Matte Painter at Scanline VFX

Seoul, South Korea

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Visual Effects, FilmIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum three (3) years of experience as a Digital Matte Painter for live action feature films (Korean version specifies minimum five (5) years)
  • Expert knowledge of Photoshop, Maya, and Nuke (required)
  • Working knowledge of Mari, Modelling, and Compositing
  • Advanced knowledge of matte-painting techniques and/or technical experience in photography/lighting with emphasis on color and composition
  • Ability to multitask, self-motivated, proactive, and manage all aspects on an environment and sequence level
  • Responsive to guidance and review notes from creative and technical leadership, able to apply feedback to achieve required look
  • Team player able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
  • Modelling, texturing, compositing experience/knowledge preferred (Korean)
  • Fine arts background preferred (Korean)

Responsibilities

  • Create photorealistic paintings and elements that match concept and style using 3D and 2D tools and techniques including camera setup, modeling for projection, camera animation, projection setup, image re-projection, atmospherics, and light passes
  • Provide or acquire photographic reference materials
  • Combine photographic, paint, and 3D assets to conceptualize, create, and design environments using techniques such as camera animation, image projection, layering, and lighting
  • Perform tasks related to integrating imagery into shots, preserving a unified sense of lighting, perspective, and color
  • Combine painting skills in animation software with knowledge of photography, practical and digital modeling, and design to create 2D and 3D paintings
  • Work closely with VFX Supervisors, Environment Supervisor, CG Supervisor to determine best methods to complete work in timely manner and ensure plates meet planned concept design requirements

Skills

Photoshop
Maya
Nuke
Mari
3D Modeling
Compositing
Matte Painting
Camera Animation
Projection Mapping
Atmospherics
Lighting

Scanline VFX

Provides visual effects and real-time production

About Scanline VFX

Scanline VFX specializes in creating visual effects for films and television. The company uses its proprietary fluid simulation software, Flowline, to produce realistic natural elements like fire, smoke, and water. This software has been recognized with an Academy Award for its technical achievements. Scanline VFX stands out from its competitors by combining a large, diverse team of over 1,200 professionals with significant investments in its technology and infrastructure, particularly from Netflix. This allows them to take on a wide range of projects, both for Netflix and other clients. The goal of Scanline VFX is to help filmmakers achieve their artistic visions while pushing the limits of what can be done in visual effects and real-time production.

Grünwald, GermanyHeadquarters
1989Year Founded
M_AND_ACompany Stage
Design, EntertainmentIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Professional Development Budget
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from emerging VFX studios in Asia.
AI-driven VFX tools may disrupt traditional workflows.
Volatility in streaming service investments could impact Scanline's project pipeline.

Differentiation

Scanline VFX's proprietary software, Flowline, creates photorealistic natural phenomena.
Eyeline Studios offers unmatched flexibility in real-time filmmaking.
Scanline VFX has a global presence with studios in seven key locations.

Upsides

Netflix's investment enhances Scanline's pipeline and infrastructure.
Rising demand for high-quality VFX in streaming content benefits Scanline.
Expansion into South Korea capitalizes on emerging market opportunities.

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