Surfacing Artist

Netflix Animation Studios is on a mission to entertain the world with bold, immersive animated films that are timeless and impactful. We are paving the way for the future of animation by building a community of amazing artists and talent across three vibrant locations globally. Come join us!

Job Summary:

We are seeking Surfacing/Look Development/Shading Artists to support our upcoming CG feature film!

What You’ll Do:

• Work on all areas of surfacing, which can encompass texture painting, procedural texturing, shading and lookdev, grooming, instancing, UV layout and sculpting, often with a primary focus on characters or environments.

• Create high quality stylized textures, either hand painted or procedural, to a level of detail necessary for production assets.

• Create stylized but physically plausible shading and lookdev, while strictly following department standards and conventions.

• Interpret 2D designs, reference material and artistic direction and translate that into 3D textures and surfacing while maintaining the original artistic intent.

• Assume responsibility for ensuring assigned work is produced to the expected standard of quality within the scheduled timeframe and deadline.

• Maintain good communication with the Surfacing Lead, production and the team.

• Help establish and maintain a consistent style for the project.

• Collaborate with grace, humility, inclusion, and open-mindedness

What You’ll Need:

• A passion and an eye for making beautiful looking CG objects, environments and characters.

• Proven technical and visual skills with an understanding of art and design within an animation environment.

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to interpret design down to its fundamentals.

• 3+ years’ experience working on high quality shading, surfacing and texturing.

• 3+ years’ experience in animated features, feature films (VFX) or high-end episodics.

• Extensive knowledge of shader creation and implementation will be considered a bonus, as will experience using Houdini.

• Proficiency with Mari and Maya.

• An interest in problem-solving, a desire to work within a relatively technical pipeline, and a willingness to openly share knowledge.

• Strong communication, organisational and time management skills.

• A good understanding of lighting and colour theory, industry standards, conventions and formats, to enable successful completion of tasks.

• Excellent verbal, written, and e-social communication skills

This role is based out of Sydney, Australia. Hybrid Role (Minimum of 3 days a week in the office). 

NAS benefits can include medical/dental/vision plans, mental health support, retirement programs, and family-forming benefits, paid leave of absence programs, and paid time away programs to be used for vacation and sick paid time off. See more detail about our benefits here. 

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.