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Environment Surfacing Artist(DNEG Animation Sydney)


Company : DNEG


Location : Sydney, Australia


Created : 2025-12-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

OverviewEnvironment Surfacing Artist at DNEGResponsibilitiesCreate unique CG environment surfacing and grooming using provided reference material.Submit your work to dailies and attend production reviews. Receive and address artistic and technical feedback.Quality check your work before handing off to downstream depts using DNEG protocols.Learn and become familiar with DNEG Surfacing Dept workflows and pipeline tools.Attend various project-specific reviews/discussions, department assembly, and other mandatory meetings.Job RequirementsExperience working on feature animated films of varying artistic styles.Production experience as an Environment Surfacer including some or all of: props, architecture, terrain and vegetation.A strong sense of colours and textures balance with the ability to adapt to any look or style.Ability to work closely with Surfacing Leads and Supervisors to ensure the quality and technical viability of environment assets for a production.Ability to effectively translate your ideas, suggestions, and questions with other members of the team.Highly developed skills with grooming tools and understanding of general use in environments.Proficient in Mari (preferred), Substance, Photoshop, or BodyPaint 3D.Production experience in modern ray-tracing or path-tracing software like RenderMan or Arnold.Demo reel with descriptive breakdown illustrating knowledge and experience in painting, illustration, or design.Seniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionDesign, Art/Creative, and Information TechnologyIndustriesAnimation and Post-productionMovies, Videos, and SoundReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at DNEG by 2xGet notified about new Environment Artist jobs in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr