Roto/Paint Lead Artist
Scanlinevfx
Apply to this job Hyderabad hybrid Until 8/22/2026 First posted September 9, 2025 Last posted September 9, 2025
Job description
Reporting to the Roto/Paint Supervisor, the Roto/Paint Artist supports and partners with compositors to integrate seamlessly all elements of a shot to the highest level of VFX realism for major feature films.
Key Responsibilities
- Generates accurate articulate roto mattes in Nuke or Silhouette
- Matches motion blur using procedural/calculated approaches
- Tracks plates using 2D trackers or Planar tracking methods
- Uses 3D cameras to generate 2D tracking data or for projection techniques
- De-grains plates to a high standard and matches grain to the plate
- Uses frame by frame painting techniques in conjunction with procedural cleanup techniques
- QC’s work to a high standard using RV (or similar)
- Attends production meetings; complete corrections/revisions based on feedback and partner with compositors to complete shots
- Able to provide estimates for workflow and schedules; deliver high quality of work under tight deadlines
- Trains, mentors and supports junior staff
Qualifications
- Degree/Diploma in Digital Media Arts (preferred)
- Minimum two (2) years of experience working in major live action feature films
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge/experience with Nuke, Silhouette, Mocha (required)
- Maya experience (preferred)
- Ability to receive and implement feedback quickly and effectively; takes direction well
- Strong written and oral communication skills; a team player; and strong time management skills
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision; strong trouble shooting/problem solving ability; and escalates issues as needed
- Knowledge of photography/traditional art background a plus
About Us
Scanline VFX is an award-winning leader in the visual effects industry with 7 studios worldwide, including London, Los Angeles, Montreal, Seoul, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Vancouver. Since our beginning in 1989, we strive to set the highest standard of quality in everything we do. Through innovation, we generate solutions for our clients and raise the bar — both within our workplace and throughout our industry.
We look for explorers, people who are willing to go to new places and are open to testing, learning and iterating as they go. We believe great ideas come from everyone, so we actively encourage team members to ask questions and present their ideas.
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About this role
Summary
Support compositors in integrating shot elements for high-quality VFX in films
Job title
Roto/Paint Lead Artist
Experience level
2+ years
Industry
visual effects
Location requirements
Hyderabad-based, remote work not specified
Salary
Not specified
Management role
Yes
Skills & keywords
Required skills
nukesilhouettemocha2D tracking3D camera
Preferred skills
mayaphotographytraditional art
Specializations
rotopaintcompositingtrackingmatchmoving
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Hybrid City