PREP ARTIST

PREP ARTIST

Masters of Reality is seeking a skilled Prep Artist to join our team. As a Prep Artist, you will be responsible for producing high-quality paint, roto, and clean-up work to prepare shots for compositing. This role is crucial to ensuring seamless visual effects by removing unwanted elements, creating clean plates, and delivering precise mattes..

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform clean-up, paint, and wire/rig removals to a high standard

Create accurate roto mattes for characters, props, and other elements

Generate clean plates to support compositing and other downstream departments

Collaborate with Compositors and Supervisors to ensure prep work aligns with creative and technical goals

Maintain consistency and quality across sequences while meeting production deadlines

Troubleshoot and problem-solve prep challenges efficiently

Follow studio workflows, naming conventions, and delivery standards

REQUIREMENTS

3+ years of experience as a Prep or Roto/Paint Artist in a VFX studio (feature film, episodic, or commercial work)

Strong skills in Nuke (essential)

Proficiency in paint and roto techniques, including complex motion blur and fine detail work

Solid understanding of compositing workflows and how prep fits into the pipeline

Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to deliver pixel-perfect work

Ability to take direction and respond well to feedback

Strong time management skills and the ability to hit tight deadlines

Experience in Silhouette, Mocha, or other roto/paint tools

Knowledge of 3D projection and camera tracking

Previous work on high-end feature film VFX

If this sounds like you, please submit your work and resume to join@morvfx.com. Be sure to include “Prep Artist” in the subject line.