Texture Artist Mid/Senior (VFX)

Location: 100% remote within the United Kingdom; the role is associated with London.

Company

High-end visual effects studio specializing in photorealistic VFX for film, episodic content, and commercials.

What you will do

• Create photorealistic diffuse, specular, bump, and displacement texture maps for characters, props, and environments.
• Use reference photography and digital painting techniques to develop detailed, realistic surfaces.
• Collaborate with Modelers and Look Development artists to optimize UVs and integrate textures with shaders.
• Participate in reviews and iterate on asset quality based on feedback from Supervisors and Art Directors.
• Troubleshoot texture and shading issues and provide creative and technical solutions.
• Maintain organized project files and naming conventions in line with studio pipeline standards.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional Texture Artist experience for Mid-level applicants or 5+ years for Senior-level applicants.
• Experience in VFX, feature film, or high-end episodic production.
• Expert proficiency with Substance Painter, Substance Designer, Mari, and Adobe Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of PBR workflows and material properties.
• Strong artistic eye for color, detail, surface properties, and weathering.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% remote contract arrangement within the United Kingdom.
• Work on high-end photorealistic visual effects for film, episodic content, and commercials.
• Collaborative work with Art Directors, VFX Supervisors, Modelers, and Look Development artists.
• International studio environment with offices in Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia.

Hiring process

• Submit a CV and reel.
• Provide a detailed filmography or project list and a brief cover letter describing relevant experience and career aspirations.