Lead Surfacing Artist

About Eyeline

Eyeline is an international collective of innovators and perfectionists passionate about pushing storytelling boundaries. Operating within some of the industry’s most vibrant cities, the team thrives on creativity and collaboration to bring cinematic visions to life. The studio harnesses a blend of traditional filmmaking skills and cutting-edge technology to create exceptional visual effects and virtual production work, supported by a significant investment from Netflix.

Role Overview

The Lead Surfacing Artist will work closely with show supervision to orchestrate task scheduling and track project progress. This role involves delivering photorealistic textures for a range of assets including hard surface and organic models, environments, as well as key creature designs. The position requires strong collaboration with modeling, shading, and lighting teams during the look development phase, alongside mentoring responsibilities for a team of artists.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce highly detailed, photorealistic textures using both hand-painted techniques and photographic references tailored for hero CG assets.
• Carry out tasks independently while coordinating with fellow artists and supervisors in other disciplines such as modeling and lighting across the visual development process.
• Lead, guide, and provide constructive feedback to a team of surfacing artists to maintain quality and consistency.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in a relevant field.
• At least four years of professional experience in visual effects related to live-action feature films or television productions.
• Proven prior leadership experience managing creative teams.
• Proficiency with Mari Essential and Photoshop; experience with ZBrush and Mudbox is advantageous.
• Solid working knowledge of Maya is required; familiarity with 3ds Max, V-Ray, and Nuke is a plus.
• Comprehensive understanding of color spaces, shading techniques, lighting principles, and rendering workflows.
• Experience with digital photography to support texture creation processes.

Additional Information

Eyeline is committed to a diverse and inclusive hiring process, welcoming individuals who are passionate risk-takers and craft enthusiasts. The company honors fair treatment and considers applicants strictly by merit, focusing solely on qualifications.

This is a full-time, onsite role based in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.