Senior Paint Artist & Roto Artist – ILM Australia
Industrial Light & Magic (ILM Australia) is seeking an elite Senior Paint Artist & Roto Artist to join our premier visual effects studio in Moore Park, Sydney. In the world of high-end VFX, the Paint and Roto department provides the essential foundation upon which all movie magic is built. As a Senior artist at ILM, you are a master of “invisible effects,” responsible for the seamless integration of digital elements into live-action plates for the world’s biggest blockbuster franchises. Founded by George Lucas in 1975, ILM has set the standard for visual effects for nearly half a century. Our Sydney studio is a critical hub in a global network that includes San Francisco, Vancouver, London, and Mumbai. This is an opportunity to work at the absolute forefront of the digital revolution, contributing to projects that define the future of cinema, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema. Employment Overview Feature Details Company Name Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) Australia Parent Organization The Walt Disney Company Job Title Senior Paint Artist & Roto Artist Location Moore Park, Sydney, NSW, Australia Job Type Full-Time, Permanent Estimated Salary Range $125,000 – $160,000 AUD (Commensurate with experience) Primary Toolset Silhouette, Nuke, Linux Reporting To Paint & Roto Supervisor The Role: Mastering the Invisible As a Senior Paint & Roto Artist at ILM Australia, you are much more than a technician; you are a digital plastic surgeon and an architect of reality. You will be responsible for delivering high-level invisible effects tasks with minimal supervision, often taking on the most “impossible” shots in a sequence. Your role involves a deep understanding of the “layering math” of digital imaging. You will use your expert artistic eye to remove complex plate artifacts, reconstruct intricate backgrounds behind moving characters, and generate sophisticated mattes that allow Compositors to realize the creative vision of the VFX Supervisor. At the Senior level, we look for artists who are proactive problem-solvers, capable of mentoring the next generation of talent while pushing the boundaries of our internal pipeline. Detailed Responsibilities 1. High-End Technical Execution 2. Creative Ownership and Innovation 3. Leadership and Mentorship Candidate Requirements: Skills and Experience To thrive in the ILM Australia environment, you must possess a blend of technical expertise, artistic sensitivity, and professional dependability. Technical Proficiencies Professional Qualities Workplace Diversity and Representation At ILM Australia, we believe that our work is enriched by a variety of perspectives. We are committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the global audiences we serve. According to Australian industry census data and internal tracking, the VFX sector continues to strive for broader representation. At ILM, we are proud that our global workforce includes over 40% female representation in various leadership and artistic roles, and we actively participate in programs to increase the participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other underrepresented groups in the Australian creative tech sector. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, nationality, sexual orientation, or disability status. We want to hear your story. About Industrial Light & Magic ILM is the leading effects facility in the world. We have created visual effects for over 325 feature films and have played a key role in 7 of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time. From the groundbreaking work on Star Wars and Jurassic Park to the revolutionary StageCraft technology used in modern production, ILM continues to set the pace for the industry. About The Walt Disney Company As part of The Walt Disney Company, ILM Australia is integrated into a global media powerhouse. Disney’s legacy of world-class storytelling allows our artists to work on the most cherished characters and worlds in history. With operations in more than 40 countries, being part of Disney means your work reaches every corner of the globe. Senior Paint Artist & Roto Artist – ILM Australia Apply now See open roles Explore More Trending Jobs