Lighting Artist

Sony Imageworks; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent animation studio in Vancouver is seeking talented Lighters to design and implement lighting for characters and environments. The role requires understanding of various lighting techniques and compositing software, along with relevant experience. Candidates must be able to provide a demo reel showcasing their work. This is a full-time position with opportunities for creative input in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience may be accepted.
• Ability to provide a demo reel that illustrates artistic and technical experience.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements lighting for assigned shots.
• Ensures continuity of the sequence for assigned shots.
• Interacts with supervisors to exchange project-relevant information.

Skills

Knowledge of Katana

Knowledge of Maya

Scripting ability

Knowledge of Arnold shading

Compositing software knowledge (Nuke)

Education

2 year diploma or 1 year certificate

Tools

Linux

UNIX

Job description

1285 W Pender St Vancouver, BC V6E 4B1

Project based, Full Time

Language in work environment - English

Sony Imageworks Vancouver is seeking Lighters!

Job Description:

Designs and implements lighting of characters and environments for assigned shots that meet and enhance the given art direction for a production. Able to light multiple types of scenes from simple to moderately difficult. Compositing experience required. Ensures that assigned shots fit the continuity of the sequence. Develops solutions and techniques that meet art/technical direction. Has a clear vision of how art/technology should function. Accountable for meeting productivity and quota targets. Interacts with supervisors/peers to exchange information relevant to the show or sequences.

Requirements:

Knowledge of Katana, Maya, Linux, UNIX and scripting ability in relevant languages. Knowledge of Arnold shading, volume rendering and raytracing experience preferred. Knowledge of relevant compositing software including Nuke is preferred. Most desired 2 year diploma or 1 year certificate however minimal requirement of 2-3 years of relevant experience may be accepted.

Please note that you must be able to provide a demo reel that illustrates your relevant artistic and technical experience that also includes the nuances for this specific role.

Reference: ECNJOBID-193-228-72-182 in the application