Texture and Shading Artist - Mid (3D)

Location: Montréal, Québec, Canada; flexible work from the studio or home, with relocation to Canada considered.

Company

Animation studio creating television series, feature films, cinematics, amusement park experiences, motion-capture projects, and video games.

What you will do

• Create textures and shaders for sets, props, and 3D characters.
• Translate 2D references, photographs, and other image sources into textures for 3D models.
• Collaborate with the Art Director, Supervisors, and CG Supervisor to establish asset appearance.
• Develop realistic or stylized looks that support lighting, rendering, and technical passes.
• Improve asset surface quality and propose creative solutions for visual and technical optimization.
• Work with the Lead to select effective techniques and creative approaches.

Requirements

• College diploma in 2D/3D animation.
• At least 4 years of experience in texture and shading for animated film, television, or visual effects production.
• Excellent knowledge of Maya, Mari or Substance, and Redshift or comparable software such as Arnold.
• Artistic sense, creativity, attention to detail, resourcefulness, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to solve technical problems, meet tight deadlines, work autonomously, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to collaborate and accept constructive criticism.

Nice to have

• Experience developing looks in real-time engines such as Blender or Unreal.
• Ability to write shaders.
• Knowledge of ZBrush, Katana, Arnold, MEL, or Python scripting.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work options at the studio, at home, or from another suitable location.
• Paid flex days and an emphasis on work-life balance without expected overtime.
• Group insurance, employee assistance, and telemedicine services.
• Inclusive, respectful, and collaborative work environment.
• Social activities including shared meals, cultural events, sports, and games.

Hiring process

• Submit a CV or resume, cover letter, and demo reel or portfolio.
• Provide work authorization and Quebec residency or relocation status.