Pompee VFX animation Studios
Website:
pompeevfx.com
Job details:
Company Description Pompee VFX Animation Studios is a creative hub where ideas are transformed into high-impact visual storytelling. The studio specializes in breathtaking visual effects and realistic 3D animation for a variety of media and entertainment projects. Using one of the industry’s largest VFX toolkits, Pompee delivers high-quality, technically advanced work for global clients. Team members collaborate in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment that values artistry, precision, and continuous learning.
Role Description The Prep and Paint Artist is a full-time, on-site role based in Kochi. In this position, the artist prepares plates for compositing by performing tasks such as clean-up, wire and rig removal, matte creation, and image restoration. The role involves frame-by-frame paint work, roto-paint, and patching to ensure seamless integration of visual effects into live-action or animated footage. The artist collaborates closely with compositors, CG artists, and supervisors to meet creative briefs and technical requirements while maintaining consistency and quality across shots. Daily responsibilities include reviewing incoming shots, organizing prep workflows, troubleshooting technical issues, and delivering work on schedule according to production timelines.
Qualifications
- Strong prep and paint skills, including roto-paint, clean-up, wire/rig removal, and plate preparation for compositing.
- Proficiency with industry-standard VFX software (e.g., Nuke, Photoshop, Silhouette, or equivalent tools) and familiarity with 3D/CG pipelines.
- Solid understanding of color, lighting, and photographic principles, with an eye for detail and realism in visual effects.
- Ability to interpret storyboards, shot briefs, and supervisor notes, and translate them into efficient prep and paint solutions.
- Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple shots and meet tight deadlines in a production environment.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills, with openness to feedback and willingness to collaborate across departments.
- Relevant experience as a Prep/Paint Artist or in a similar VFX role; studio or production background in film, TV, or animation is an advantage.
- Diploma or degree in Animation, VFX, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
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