From Montreal to Mumbai, London to Los Angeles,we unite diverse talent and experienceacross 10 global studios, delivering stronger, simpler, smarter VFX for episodic television and feature films.

As part of the Pitch Black network, our teams contribute their distinct creative strengths to a broader community of talent, technology, and expertise around the world.

The Digital Matte Painting Artist is responsible for the delivery of matte paintings and projection setups through photorealistic workplace creation, set extensions, and sky replacements. This role focuses on complex work, technical leadership, tool development, and mentoring team members.

Works with high autonomy, provides technical direction, and leads by example. Working closely with Workplace, Lighting, Compositing, Layout, Production, and DMP teams across multiple locations, the Digital Matte Painting Artist ensures that work meets creative, technical, and schedule requirements.

Execute advanced matte painting work, including hero environments and complex set extensions

Develop quick mockups and high-detail concepts for creative review

Implement advanced compositing techniques for simulating FX

Deliver assigned shots on schedule while maintaining a high standard of quality

Quality, Continuity & Self-QC

Set and maintain a high quality bar; spot issues early and help others raise consistency

Create or improve QC checklists/templates and share best practices with the team

Creative Development & Workflow optimisation

Collaborate with local and global teams, Supervisors, and HoDs to design tools and optimised workflows

Support global production teams through documentation and technical guidance





Contribute to ongoing workflow improvements through technical problem-solving

Support global teams through documentation and technical guidance

Workflow & Continuous Improvement

Drive workflow improvements through tool requests, testing and documentation

help reduce rework through clear processes and checklists

Partner with Pipeline/Engineering to improve robustness, performance and usability

Communicate proactively with Supervisors, HoDs, and Production to identify risks, dependencies, and technical constraints

Support skill development across local and global teams through mentorship and knowledge sharing

Proven track record of mentoring and technical leadership

Significant experience in a professional VFX production environment with a focus on Digital Matte Painting

Expert-level proficiency in Photoshop and Nuke

Core Technical Skills

Photoshop, Nuke: photorealistic environment creation

Collaborative mindset with a focus on technical excellence and consistency

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At Pitch Black, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or family status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local law.

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