Brown Bag Films
Senior Texturing Artist Job Overview
- Company Name: Brown Bag Films
- Job Title: Senior Texturing Artist
- Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term Contract (12 Months)
- Office Location: Dublin
- Work Model: Hybrid (Minimum 2 days per week in-studio)
- Seniority Level: Senior
- Required Experience: Proven experience in Animation, VFX, or Games (Unreal Engine required)
- Salary Range: €43,000 – €55,000 per annum
- Reporting Structure: Reports to Art Director & CG Supervisor
- Industry: Animation / CG Production
Brown Bag Films is a world-renowned, award-winning animation studio where our motto is more than just a tagline: “We Love Animation™.” We believe that the heart of any great production is the artist, and we strive to create a collaborative environment where high-quality, engaging content for kids and families can flourish. From our state-of-the-art studio in Dublin, we produce stories that resonate globally.
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and technically proficient Senior Texturing Artist to join our CG team. This role is essential to the visual richness of our productions, ensuring that every character, environment, and prop meets the Art Director’s vision while maintaining peak technical performance within the pipeline.
Company Overview
Since its inception, Brown Bag Films has established itself as one of the most creatively driven studios in the industry. With multiple Emmy® and Academy Award® nominations, our work speaks for itself. We prioritize a culture of inclusivity, artistic growth, and technical innovation. As a Senior Texturing Artist at our Dublin Studio, you will be part of a team that values your creative input and provides the tools necessary to produce world-class animation.
Role Overview
The Senior Texturing Artist is a cornerstone of the Look Development phase. Your primary objective is to create high-quality textures and shaders that fulfill the artistic and narrative goals set by the Art Director. You will navigate the intersection of art and technology, adhering to strict technical specifications and project constraints while pushing the boundaries of visual excellence.
Beyond asset creation, you will play a pivotal role in department growth—maintaining best practices, developing documentation, and mentoring junior team members to ensure the collective output of the studio remains industry-leading.
Key Responsibilities
Asset Creation & Look Development
Advanced Surfacing: Create complex textures and shaders for characters, props, and environments using a professional toolset including Unreal Engine, Maya, and Substance Painter.
Visual Interpretation: Translate the Art Director’s visual direction into technical reality, ensuring every asset supports the project’s narrative goals.
Pipeline Integration: Collaborate closely with Lighting and Compositing teams to ensure shaders are optimized for final look requirements and render efficiency.
Technical Approvals: Perform rigorous technical reviews on assets produced both internally and by external vendors to ensure consistency and quality.
Workflow & Technical Leadership
Process Optimization: Develop and maintain efficient surfacing workflows, shader libraries, and comprehensive documentation to streamline production.
Troubleshooting: Act as a high-level problem solver for artistic and technical issues related to surfacing and rendering performance.
Strategic Collaboration: Work with technical teams to ensure rendering performance is optimized without sacrificing visual quality.
Project Scoping: Liaise with Production to help scope tasks, schedule resources, and manage project budgets effectively.
Mentorship & Quality Control
Team Development: Provide consistent mentorship and constructive feedback to junior artists, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Dailies & Reviews: Participate in animatic reviews, early visual development, and daily critique sessions to elevate the work of the wider team, including overseas partners.
Time Management: Monitor and log task duration diligently, escalating potential bottlenecks to Production promptly.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Professional Track Record: Proven experience in texturing for high-end animation, VFX, or games.
Engine Expertise: Mandatory experience working within Unreal Engine. You should be comfortable navigating its real-time rendering capabilities.
Look Dev Mastery: Demonstrated experience in look development and the creation of comprehensive shader libraries.
Industry Knowledge: A thorough understanding of current industry tools, workflows, and surfacing best practices.
Legal Requirement: Candidates must possess the right to work in Ireland for the duration of the 12-month contract.
Technical Skills & Competencies
Artistic Excellence: Advanced texture painting and shading skills with a keen eye for detail, color, and material properties.
Shader Engineering: Deep experience with layered shaders in both Unreal Engine and Maya.
Efficiency Strategies: Strong ability to implement optimization and reuse strategies to maintain performance across large-scale productions.
Collaborative Communication: Ability to interpret visual direction and communicate technical needs clearly to Art Directors, CG Supervisors, and external vendors.
Leadership & Professionalism Expectations
As a Senior member of the CG department, you are expected to:
Stay current on emerging tools and industry trends, bringing fresh innovation to the studio.
Lead by example in terms of organization, documentation, and technical discipline.
Be a proactive voice in early visual development, helping to define the look of a show before it hits full production.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive Salary: A salary range of €43,000 to €55,000, reflecting the seniority and specialized nature of the role.
Hybrid Working Model: A flexible arrangement combining the focus of home-based work with two days of collaborative studio time in Dublin.
Creative Environment: Join an artist-centric studio that celebrates the craft of animation and values every individual’s contribution.
Global Reach: Contribute to high-profile projects viewed by millions of families worldwide.
Application Process
To apply for the position of Senior Texturing Artist, please submit:
A professional CV/Resume highlighting your experience in Unreal Engine and CG animation.
A Portfolio or Demo Reel showcasing advanced texturing and shading work (specifically looking for layered shaders and look development examples).
Confirmation of your eligibility to work in Ireland.
Brown Bag Films is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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