Digital Paint Artist

Bardel Entertainment is looking for an elite Senior Digital Matte Painter (DMP) to join our Vancouver-based Feature Animation team for a high-impact, short-term contract. This role is designed for a veteran artist who can merge classical painting fundamentals with cutting-edge 2.5D and 3D workflows. As a Senior Artist, you will be a cornerstone of the environment team, responsible for creating breathtaking vistas and seamless background extensions that define the cinematic scale of our latest feature project. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to an Emmy Award®-winning studio’s legacy during a crucial production phase. Job Overview & Quick Reference Category Details Company Name Bardel Entertainment Department Feature Animation (3D DMP / Environments) Job Title Senior Digital Matte Painter (DMP) Location Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Work Model Hybrid Production (BC Residency Required) Employment Type Full-time (Short-term Contract) Contract Duration 2 Months (Starting ASAP) Compensation & Premium Benefits At Bardel, we recognize that senior-level expertise deserves a premium package. Even for short-term contracts, we ensure our artists are supported with industry-leading benefits. Component Estimated Range / Details Weekly Salary $1,700 – $2,100 CAD per week Annualized Equivalent $88,400 – $109,200 CAD Health & Wellness Comprehensive Extended Health & Wellness from Day 1 Retirement RRSP Matching Program Work Environment Flexible hybrid model (Studio/Home) Tech Stack Access to high-end hardware and proprietary pipeline tools Our Story: 35 Years of Creative Evolution For over three and a half decades, Bardel Entertainment has been more than just an animation studio—it has been a crucible for creative evolution. While we have grown into an internationally acclaimed, Emmy Award®-winning powerhouse with studios in Vancouver and Montreal, we remain grounded in the “craft.” We believe that the intersection of fresh ideas and advanced technology is where magic happens. From the irreverent humor of Rick and Morty to the epic world-building of The Dragon Prince and the stylized charm of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, our work is diverse, challenging, and globally beloved. Joining Bardel means entering an environment that empowers you to experiment, lead, and contribute to the highest tier of animated entertainment. Detailed Job Description: The Senior DMP Role As a Senior Digital Matte Painter, you are the “architect of the horizon.” You are responsible for overseeing and executing the creation of stunning digital paintings that must blend invisibly with 3D computer-generated environments. This role sits at the delicate intersection of the Art Department and the Compositing Department. You will work under the guidance of the CG Supervisor, Art Director, and DMP Lead to ensure that every environment not only meets the technical “check-boxes” but also elevates the emotional storytelling of the film. For this senior position, we aren’t just looking for someone who can paint; we need a technical problem-solver who can build complex Nuke scripts and mentor the next generation of artists. What You’ll Be Doing: Responsibilities 1. Core Artistic & Technical Execution 2. Senior Leadership & Mentorship 3. Collaborative Synergy Profile: What You Bring to the Team The Technical Toolkit Artistic & Professional Background Working at Bardel Vancouver Vancouver is a global hub for visual effects and animation, and Bardel is at the center of it. What to Send Our Way To be considered for this Senior role, please provide: Senior Digital Matte Painter | Bardel Entertainment, Canada Apply now See open roles Explore More Jobs