Mid/Senior Digital Matte Painter

1 Month ago • Upto 2 Years • 3D Art

Job Summary

Job Description

Framestore seeks a Mid/Senior Digital Matte Painter (DMP) Artist to create photorealistic digital matte paintings for live-action plates or standalone DMP plates. Responsibilities include assisting in shot/sequence look development, collaborating with the production team on schedules and technical requirements, partnering with other departments (Shader Developers, Lighting TDs, Compositors) to ensure high-quality deliverables, and working with the VFX Supervisor to meet design requirements. The role also involves building photographic reference material, adhering to deadlines, sharing techniques and ideas with the team, and staying current with new tools and technologies. Strong Photoshop skills and familiarity with Nuke and Maya are essential, along with a deep understanding of real-world materials, lighting, and the entire VFX process.
Must have:
  • Photorealistic digital matte painting
  • Expert in Photoshop, Nuke, Maya
  • Strong artistic skills & composition sense
  • Understanding of VFX process
  • Collaboration with other departments
Good to have:
  • Traditional arts background
  • Experience with 2.5D
  • Knowledge of 3D modeling & rendering

Job Details

Job description

Please note this role is only open to those currently in the UK with right to work in the UK. You must have availability between 15th May and 13th June 2025.

Framestore brings together world-class producers, artists, and technologists to craft visually striking work across advertising, episodic, and immersive productions. Our teams blend creative ingenuity with cutting-edge technology to deliver high-end visual effects, immersive storytelling, and premium content for global clients, brands, and broadcasters.

Framestore combines talent and technology to bring life to everything we create. Driven by creativity and inspired by the future, we set out every day to reframe the possible

Digital Matte Painters are responsible for painting photo real environments, elements and textures for matching into live action plates or to stand on their own as DMP plates. Digital matte paintings may also be used in a 3D environment and may be mapped onto 3D objects.

A strong understanding and sympathy for real world materials and lighting is essential. DMP artists will work closely with the Modelling and Shading departments and therefore must have a basic knowledge of the practices of each of these disciplines.

Responsibilities:

  • Able to create photo-realistic digital matte paintings

  • Assist with and develop the look of a shot/sequence in liaison with the supervision team

  • Work alongside the production team to establish schedules and technical requirements

  • Work in partnership with Shader Developers, Lighting TDs and Compositors to ensure shots are delivered to the very highest standard

  • Work closely with the VFX Supervisor to ensure that the plates meet planned concept design requirements

  • Seek out and build own photographic reference material

  • Stay on schedule and meet set deadlines while maintaining the highest standards

  • Communicate regularly with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlines

  • Share techniques, reference materials and ideas with the team

  • Continue to become familiar with new tools, software, data and other related technology

Job requirements

Essential Skills:

  • Previous experience in a similar role

  • A thorough working knowledge of Photoshop and an understanding of Nuke and Maya

  • Previous experience working in a Linux environment

  • Strong artistic skills

  • Experience with 2.5 D

  • A good understanding of the entire visual effects process

  • Strong knowledge of camera focal lengths, a good sense of composition and an understanding of different out-put requirements

  • Creative problem solving skills

  • Knowledge of 3D modelling and rendering programmes

  • An understanding of 2D compositing software

Desirable Skills:

  • A traditional arts background with an emphasis on photo-realistic work and environments

Accessibility Statement

Our London studio is fully accessible, with step-free entry, accessible toilets on all floors, and quiet spaces available. We are committed to supporting disabled colleagues and providing an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Application Process

We review all applications manually and do not use artificial intelligence to screen candidates. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know—we are happy to accommodate your needs.

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