Paint-Prep Freelancers

Position Summary BOT VFX, a visual effects services company with global clients, is looking for a Freelance Paint Artist as a full-time Freelancing role. The position is based out of Chennai .

Position Responsibilities

• Performing high-quality paintwork and digital restoration on complex visual effects shots.
• Coordinating with junior artists and co-artists on assigned tasks in a Shot-Captain capacity.
• Ensuring the on-time delivery of shots and providing regular internal status updates to the team.
• Mentoring new entrants into the team and conducting technical training sessions as required.
• Solving technical issues internal to the project and team to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Supporting the lead artists by performing the first level of Quality Control (QC) on completed work.
• Collaborating with the production team to meet specific project timelines and client requirements.

Required Skills

• Proven experience working in a professional VFX paint department on complex sequences.
• Exceptional proficiency in at least one industry-standard paint software such as Silhouette or Nuke.
• Advanced proficiency in creating clean plates and performing invisible digital surgery.
• Additional knowledge of Rotoscopy and 2D/3D tracking is considered a significant advantage.
• Strong artistic vision, creative thinking ability, and a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment while managing project deadlines effectively.
• Candidates with a Fine Arts background are preferred, though it is not a mandatory requirement.