Senior Lookdev Artist - Multiple Positions

Design physically plausible shaders optimized for production and pipeline compatibility.

Create, adapt, or fix textures (UVs, tiling, displacement, color space) to ensure performance in lookdev.

Build clean and efficient setups that support Lighting and Compositing workflows.

Quickly identify and resolve technical issues to avoid production bottlenecks.

Collaborate closely with upstream and downstream teams to ensure smooth asset continuity.

Partner with Lighting and Compositing to ensure consistency in the final render.

Clearly communicate technical requirements related to textures and shading.

Actively participate in dailies and integrate feedback proactively.

Contribute to continuous improvement of workflows between Texturing and Lookdev.

Share knowledge on materials, shaders, and advanced techniques with the team.

Support the development of tools, templates, and best practices to improve production efficiency.

Stay up to date with advancements in rendering, shading, and texturing.

Minimum of 6 years of experience in lookdev and/or texturing in VFX or animation.

Strong proficiency in Houdini (Solaris/Karma) and/or Maya, as well as Nuke.

Solid knowledge of rendering engines such as Arnold and/or Karma.

Advanced expertise in texturing with Mari and/or Substance Painter/Designer.

Strong understanding of PBR workflows, UVs, color management, and displacement.

Good understanding of the interaction between textures, shaders, lighting, and rendering.

Ability to deliver clean, optimized, production-ready assets.

High level of autonomy, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage priorities effectively.

Strong technical and artistic rigor, with great attention to detail.

Collaborative mindset, clear communication, and constructive attitude.

Experience with USD pipelines

Familiarity with ShotGrid or similar production tracking tools.

Experience in tool development or scripting (Python).

Experience in hybrid environments (feature film, advertising, series).

The salary range listed reflects the expected compensation for this position and level. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and the scope of responsibilities.

Candidates whose experience aligns more closely with a different level may be considered for an appropriately leveled position, with compensation corresponding to the responsibilities and expectations of that role.

This position corresponds to an existing vacancy, opened to support the team’s current needs.

Multiple temporary contracts available, with a strong possibility of extension.

Flexible start dates.

The artist must also have strong expertise in realistic texturing to produce high-quality textures from photographic references, scans, digital painting, or procedural materials.

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