Mid Lighting and Compositing Artist

Blue Zoo Productions; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a talented Mid Lighting and Compositing artist to join their dynamic team in London. This role involves working collaboratively to create stunning animations, managing shots efficiently, and delivering high-quality content. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in animation production, atmospheric lighting, and proficiency in Nuke. With a commitment to creativity and teamwork, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that values diverse perspectives. Join a studio recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in TV and take part in exciting projects that make a positive impact.

Benefits

Award-winning workplace

Inclusive self-funded shorts programme

Various social events

Bi-monthly feedback initiatives

Comprehensive benefits

Online wellbeing programmes

Profit sharing for long-term employees

Qualifications

• Experience in animation production with a focus on lighting and compositing.
• Proficiency in Nuke for compositing and knowledge of colour grading.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members to manage shots and meet deadlines.
• Ensure clear communication from blocking to final animation.

Skills

Animation production experience

Atmospheric lighting knowledge

Colour grading

Denoising renders

Proficiency in Nuke

Creative problem-solving

Teamwork and collaboration

Ability to receive feedback

Tools

Nuke

Python scripting

Job description

We are on the lookout for a talented and keen Mid Lighting and Compositing artist for one of our shows.

Our L&C artists are masters of mood, light, and detail. Their day-to-day focuses include tailored render layers, artful colour grading, and meeting production deadlines, all while aligning with the briefs from our Directors and Clients. They are also great collaborators, working as a team to share and develop their technical and artistic skills to deliver high-quality content for our audiences.

The successful candidate will need to be based in the UK, as they will be required to come into our London studio at least 2 days a week in a hybrid working model. Currently, we are unable to consider VISA sponsorship.

Please note that this vacancy may close early if we receive a high number of applications.

Day to Day:

1. Working as part of a team of lighting and compositing artists, with regular communication between your Team Lead and Director.
2. Managing your shots and your time efficiently to meet deadlines.
3. Ensuring your work communicates clearly from blocking through to final animation.
4. Acting on notes and feedback from your Directors.

About You

Must Have:

• Animation production experience
• Knowledge of atmospheric lighting, colour grading, and denoising render
• Knowledge of Nuke as a tool to composite render layers
• Positive attitude and willingness to share knowledge and skills with team members
• Ability to receive feedback and respond well to direction
• Enjoy being a team player and a great collaborator
• Ability to work independently and reliably
• Creative problem-solving skills

Bonus Points:

• Knowledge of Python scripting

About Us

Blue Zoo is a leading animation studio in the UK, renowned for creating bold, fun, and characterful animation. Established in London in 2000, it has grown to become the largest dedicated CG animation studio in the UK, with numerous awards including BAFTAs, an Annie, and an Emmy.

We are proud to be the first major animation studio globally to receive B Corp certification. This certifies our commitment to social and environmental responsibility, verified through over 170 metrics.

We are experiencing growth and are building a studio filled with talented, happy artists making work they are proud of, contributing to a better world. We value work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements.

We seek individuals with expertise, enthusiasm, and motivation to improve. Join a diverse team that respects differences and embraces new perspectives.

What we offer:

• Winner of Broadcast Best Places to Work in TV 2019, 2020, 2022, 2024 & 2025.
• Inclusive shorts programme.
• Various social events, both in-person and remote.
• Bi-monthly feedback and engagement initiatives.
• Comprehensive benefits, including discounts and offers.
• Online wellbeing programmes.
• Profit sharing for employees with over 2 years at the company.

Blue Zoo is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. We believe diversity enhances our creativity and success.