Regional | Lighting and Compositing Artist - Entry Level

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Entry Level Lighting and Compositing Artist to join their dynamic team in London. This role involves mastering the art of mood and detail, creating tailored render layers, and collaborating closely with experienced artists. You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment, where creativity and teamwork are valued. Join a leading UK animation studio renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to ethical practices, and be part of a vibrant culture that celebrates diversity and motivation. This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career in animation!

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and discounts

Profit sharing for staff with 2+ years

Frequent social events

Bi-monthly staff feedback and engagement

Friday 'beer o'clock' and talks

Online wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Knowledge of atmospheric lighting, colour grading, and denoising renders.
• Proficiency with Nuke for compositing render layers.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the team to create high-quality lighting and compositing.
• Manage shots and time efficiently to meet production deadlines.

Skills

Atmospheric Lighting

Colour Grading

Denoising Renders

Nuke Proficiency

Creative Problem Solving

Tools

Nuke

Python Scripting

Job description

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Regional | Lighting and Compositing Artist - Entry Level, London

Client:

BlueZoo Animation Studio

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

11

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

About The Role

Our Lighting & Compositing artists are masters of mood, light, and detail. Their daily focus includes creating tailored render layers, artistic colour grading, and meeting production deadlines, all while adhering to briefs from Directors and Clients. They work collaboratively, sharing and developing technical and artistic skills to produce high-quality content.

Day to Day:

1. Working within a team of lighting and compositing artists, maintaining communication with Team Lead and Supervisor.
2. Managing shots and time efficiently to meet deadlines.
3. Ensuring work communicates clearly from blocking to final animation.
4. Responding to notes and feedback from Directors and Supervisors.
5. Developing industry skills and knowledge, both technical and creative.

About You

Must Have:

• Knowledge of atmospheric lighting, colour grading, and denoising renders.
• Proficiency with Nuke for compositing render layers.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn and develop skills.
• Ability to accept feedback and follow directions.
• Team player and collaborator.
• Ability to work independently and reliably.
• Creative problem-solving skills.

Bonus Points:

• Knowledge of Python scripting.

About Us

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

Blue Zoo is B Corp certified, demonstrating our commitment to ethical practices and social responsibility. We value diversity, enthusiasm, and motivation to improve, working alongside talented individuals who embrace different perspectives.

What we’ve got for you:

• Winner of Best Places to Work in TV (2019, 2020, 2022)
• Inclusive shorts programme
• Frequent social events, including remote options
• Bi-monthly staff feedback and engagement
• Friday "beer o'clock" and talks
• Comprehensive benefits and discounts
• Online wellbeing programme
• Profit sharing for staff with 2+ years at the company