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About the Role

We are seeking an Environment Surfacing Supervisor to support our upcoming feature film. This role leads the environment surfacing team, defining and supervising the look of all digital environments, sets, and props to ensure alignment with the Director's vision and technical readiness for downstream departments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the surfacing of environments, sets, and props to create high-quality, stylized or realistic looks that support the show’s visual storytelling
• Work closely with the Production Designer, Art Director (Environments), and Head of Environments to interpret design intent, color palettes, and material direction
• Lead environment surfacing reviews and provide clear, specific, and constructive feedback on textures, materials, and shading
• Ensure environment surfacing work meets technical requirements and pipeline standards
• Collaborate with Modeling, Layout, Lighting, and Technical teams to troubleshoot issues and align on efficient, production-friendly workflows
• Help define and refine surfacing tools, material libraries, and workflows in partnership with Production Technology, R&D, and surfacing/lookdev TDs
• Provide input to Production Management and department leadership on asset complexity and progress
• Mentor and support environment surfacing artists, helping to identify training needs and contributing to performance feedback and craft development
• Help foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative team culture

Requirements

• Significant experience as a Surfacing/Lookdev Artist focused on environments in feature animation, VFX, or high-end games/series
• Experience in a Lead or Supervisory role
• A strong portfolio/reel demonstrating excellence in environment surfacing
• Deep understanding of textures, materials, and color in stylized and/or realistic worlds
• Strong understanding of how environment surfacing interacts with Modeling, Layout, FX, CFX, Lighting, and Rendering within a production pipeline
• Great communication and leadership skills
• Ability to give clear, constructive feedback and collaborate effectively across departments
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Skills

• Mari
• Substance Painter/Designer
• Maya
• Modern path-tracing renderer (e.g., RenderMan, Arnold, or similar)

Location

• Sydney, Australia

Work Type

• Hybrid Role (Minimum of 3 days a week in the office)

Experience Level

• Lead or Supervisory role

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision plans
• Mental health support
• Retirement programs
• Family-forming benefits
• Paid leave of absence programs
• Paid time away programs

About the Company

• Netflix Animation Studios is on a mission to entertain the world with bold, immersive animated films that are timeless and impactful.
• We are paving the way for the future of animation by building a community of amazing artists and talent across three vibrant locations globally.

Equal Opportunity

• Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates.
• If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.
• We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams.
• We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully.
• We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.