Hybrid Lighting Tech: Render Optimization & Debugging

The Walt Disney Company (France); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company seeks a Technical Lighter to work within the lighting department. This hybrid role requires collaboration with various teams to optimise and debug renders effectively. Ideal candidates should have experience with Katana and RIS, be proficient in Python/OpScript, and possess strong debugging skills. The role involves proactive problem-solving and clear communication within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Good experience with Katana & RIS.
• Familiarity with Python/OpScript.
• Experience with lighting.
• Experience with debugging and profiling/optimisation.
• Basic knowledge of Houdini would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of USD is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Work with lighting leads/supervisors to optimise renders.
• Assist in debugging technical issues with lighting setups.
• Monitor the render farm for high-resource renders.
• Provide documentation on profiling and optimisation processes.
• Investigate and resolve problematic renders.

Skills

Experience with Katana

Familiarity with Python/OpScript

Experience with lighting

Debugging and profiling skills

Good organisation and communication skills

Tools

Houdini

USD

Job description

A leading entertainment company seeks a Technical Lighter to work within the lighting department. This hybrid role requires collaboration with various teams to optimise and debug renders effectively. Ideal candidates should have experience with Katana and RIS, be proficient in Python/OpScript, and possess strong debugging skills. The role involves proactive problem-solving and clear communication within a dynamic team environment.