Lead Lighting Artist – Feature Animation (Hybrid)

Netflix; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision plans

Mental health support

Retirement programs

Family-forming benefits

Paid leave of absence programs

Paid time away programs

Job summary

Netflix Animation Studios in Sydney, Australia, is seeking a Lighting Supervisor to lead a team of lighting artists on an upcoming animated feature. You will mentor staff, maintain creative and technical standards, and partner with VFX, Cinematography, Art, and Production teams to shape lighting style and quality.

The role requires a strong reel, leadership experience, and proficiency with Maya, Katana, Houdini, Arnold, and RenderMan.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Lighting Artist in feature animation, VFX, or high-end series, including time in a Lead or Supervisory role.
• A strong reel demonstrating high-quality lighting and rendering, with a deep understanding of color, mood, and cinematic storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of lighting artists, casting work appropriately and providing clear, constructive feedback in dailies and reviews.
• Collaborate with VFX Supervisor, Head of Cinematography, Lighting, Production Designer, and Art Directors to establish lighting style and quality bar.
• Supervise lighting of shots and sequences to support story, performance, and visual continuity.
• Create or refine key lighting shots or setups for complex scenes to establish quality and technical approach.
• Work with Surfacing, FX, CFX, Matte Painting, and Comp to ensure assets and renders integrate smoothly.
• Help define lighting tools, rigs, templates, and workflows with Technical Supervisors and pipeline teams.
• Provide input on lighting complexity and progress to Production Management for planning.
• Troubleshoot lighting challenges and collaborate on solutions that meet schedule needs while preserving quality.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Tools

Maya

Katana

Houdini

Arnold

RenderMan

Job description

Netflix Animation Studios in Sydney, Australia, is seeking a Lighting Supervisor to lead a team of lighting artists on an upcoming animated feature. You will mentor staff, maintain creative and technical standards, and partner with VFX, Cinematography, Art, and Production teams to shape lighting style and quality.

The role requires a strong reel, leadership experience, and proficiency with Maya, Katana, Houdini, Arnold, and RenderMan.