Shape high-quality CG characters and creatures as a Character Surfacing Artist at Netflix Animation Studios in Vancouver, with hybrid work.

Support upcoming CG feature films as a Character Surfacing / Look Development Artist. Apply texture painting, procedural texturing, shading, look development, grooming, and UV layout. Translate 2D designs, reference material, and artistic direction into production surfacing while preserving artistic intent.

Key Responsibilities:

- Texture characters, creatures, and costumes for production assets
- Create stylized and physically plausible shaders
- Interpret designs and reference material for production surfacing
- Maintain project style and department conventions
- Communicate with surfacing leadership, production, and teammates

Requirements:

- Three-plus years in shading, surfacing, and texturing
- Three-plus years in animated features, VFX films, or episodics
- Proficiency with Mari and Maya
- Solid visual, technical, communication, and organizational skills
- Understanding of lighting, colour theory, standards, and formats

Bring character surfacing, look development, and texturing expertise to Netflix Animation Studios’ Vancouver feature film work.

📌 Character Surfacing Look Development Artist (Vancouver)
🏢 Netflix Animation Studios
📍 Vancouver