Paint Prepper

Company overview

Hybrid Studio is a TPN-certified, AI-enabled film studio that delivers high-end visual effects for films, advertisements, and television series across global markets. The team combines modern technology with creative skill to produce secure, accurate, and on-schedule outputs that align with international production expectations. Its main workstreams include Roto-Keying, Match Move, Prep & Paint, and Rotomation, giving employees exposure to large-scale, world-class projects.

Role summary

The Paint Prepper will support the Prep & Paint workflow by cleaning, refining, and preparing visual assets for VFX finishing. The job focuses on removing unwanted items, correcting frame-level issues, and keeping shots visually consistent so they are ready for smooth compositing. This position is based on-site in Chennai and is a full-time studio role.

What you will do

• Prepare and enhance visual materials for the Prep & Paint stage of the VFX pipeline.
• Remove unwanted objects, clean up plates, and correct visual imperfections or artifacts.
• Maintain frame-to-frame consistency so the final output remains seamless.
• Carry out quality checks on completed work to ensure it meets production standards.
• Work closely with artists and supervisors while following project-specific directions.
• Meet delivery timelines and contribute to efficient production flow.

Skills and tools

• Practical paint and cleanup ability for visual effects work.
• Experience with defect correction and frame repair concepts.
• Strong visual accuracy and a careful eye for detail.
• Working knowledge of VFX paint tools such as Nuke, Photoshop, or similar software.
• Basic understanding of VFX production pipelines.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and collaborate in a team setting.
• Comfort working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.

Requirements

• Background in visual effects, digital media, animation, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Relevant coursework or hands-on experience in paint or cleanup workflows is useful.
• Studio or production experience will be considered an advantage.
• Must be willing to work on-site in Chennai.
• Ability to adapt to changing tools and AI-assisted workflows.

Additional information

The studio works in an international production environment and expects secure, precise, and deadline-driven output. The role is aligned with high-quality film and television standards.