Eplus Studio hiring Lighting Artist (Mid to Senior) Eplus Studio

Festybay; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Eplus Studio in Mumbai (Andheri East) is seeking a Lighting Artist to craft mood and depth through lighting for animated features and TV projects. You will lead lighting under the guidance of the Lighting Lead and Art Director, ensuring scenes read with cinematic quality.

The role emphasizes a painterly eye, technical rendering expertise, and mentoring of junior artists, with on-site work in a creative, collaborative studio environment.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of traditional lighting techniques and color theory.

Responsibilities

• Atmospheric Creation: design lighting to define mood, time of day, and emotion.
• Look Development: collaborate with shading and texturing to ensure materials react to light.
• Render Management: optimize render layers and passes for efficiency.
• Compositing Integration: work with Nuke for final polish and control.
• Continuity: maintain lighting consistency across shots.
• Technical Troubleshooting: resolve render bottlenecks, noise, flicker.
• Collaboration: participate in dailies and creative sessions.

Skills

Artistic Foundation

Maya Proficiency

Render Engines

Experience 4–8 yrs

Attention to Detail

Scripting: Python

Tools

Arnold

V-Ray

Redshift

Foundry Nuke

Job description

Job Overview: Lighting Artist

• Company Name: Eplus Studio
• Position: Lighting Artist
• Seniority Level: Mid to Senior Level
• Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
• Location: On-site - Andheri East, Mumbai
• Salary Range: Competitive (Based on industry standards and expertise)
• Software Focus: Autodesk Maya, Arnold/V-Ray, Nuke
• Application Email: [e-mail]

About Eplus Studio

Eplus Studio is where technology meets imagination. Located in Andheri East, the heartbeat of Mumbai's media and animation industry, we pride ourselves on a culture that fosters innovation and artistic growth. We specialize in producing character-driven animation and visual effects that require a deep understanding of light, color, and shadow. Our team is a collective of passionate storytellers and technical experts who believe that the final look of a project is what truly bridges the gap between the screen and the audience.

The Role: Lighting Artist

As a Lighting Artist at Eplus Studio, you are the digital cinematographer. You are responsible for establishing the mood, atmosphere, and depth of a scene. We are looking for an artist who has a "painterly" eye - someone who understands how light interacts with different surfaces and how to use color to evoke specific emotions in the viewer.

• Mid-Level Artists will be expected to take direct lead from the Art Director and Lighting Lead to execute high-quality shots, demonstrating a strong technical grasp of rendering and compositing.
• Senior-Level Artists will be responsible for defining the lighting look-development for entire sequences, troubleshooting complex render issues, and mentoring mid-to-junior artists to ensure visual consistency across the production.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Atmospheric Creation: Design and implement lighting setups that define the mood, time of day, and emotional tone of a scene based on concept art and storyboards.
• Look Development: Collaborate with the Shading and Texturing departments to ensure that materials react accurately and aesthetically to the light sources.
• Render Management: Optimize render layers and passes to ensure maximum efficiency without compromising visual quality.
• Compositing Integration: Work closely with the Compositing team (using Nuke) to ensure that rendered layers provide all the necessary depth and control for final polishing.
• Continuity: Maintain visual consistency across multiple shots within a sequence, ensuring that light direction and intensity remain uniform.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve bottlenecks in the rendering process, such as noise issues, flickering, or excessive render times.
• Collaboration: Actively participate in dailies and creative sessions, providing technical insights and artistic suggestions to elevate the project’s visual standard.

Required Skills and Qualifications

1. Artistic Foundation: A deep understanding of traditional lighting techniques, including 3-point lighting, rim lighting, and global illumination. A strong grasp of color theory and composition is essential.
2. Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of Autodesk Maya and industry-standard render engines such as Arnold, V-Ray, or Redshift.
3. Compositing Skills: Proficient in Foundry Nuke for multi-pass compositing and final shot integration.
4. Experience: 4-8+ years of experience in a professional studio environment working on animated features, high-quality TV series, or AAA game cinematics.
5. Attention to Detail: An uncompromising eye for detail regarding shadows, reflections, refractions, and volumetrics.
6. Workflow Efficiency: Knowledge of Python or Mel scripting for pipeline automation is a significant advantage for senior roles.

Why Join Eplus Studio?

• Creative Excellence: Work on projects where lighting is not just a technical step, but a primary storytelling tool.
• Growth Environment: We encourage our artists to experiment with new techniques and tools, providing a platform for continuous professional development.
• Collaborative Spirit: Join a team that values your input. At Eplus, every artist is a contributor to the creative vision.
• Strategic Location: Our Mumbai studio is easily accessible and located in a vibrant area known for its creative energy and industry networking opportunities.
• Cutting-Edge Pipeline: Gain experience with modern rendering and lighting workflows in a studio that prioritizes quality.

Submission Requirements

Eplus Studio is looking for portfolios that showcase a diverse range of lighting styles—from realistic and cinematic to stylized and whimsical.

Please include:

• current CV highlighting your studio experience and software expertise.
• Lighting Showreel with a detailed breakdown of your work (e.g., "Responsible for lighting, rendering, and pre-comp").
• Examples of both interior and exterior lighting setups.

Note: Eplus Studio is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all talented artists. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and a potential lighting test.

Industry Context: Lighting in Modern Animation

In today’s animation landscape, the role of a Lighting Artist has evolved into a highly specialized discipline that combines high-level artistry with complex data management. At Eplus Studio, we recognize this evolution and provide our artists with the infrastructure needed to succeed. Whether you are crafting the subtle glow of a candlelit room or the harsh neon lights of a futuristic city, your work will be the final "brushstroke" on our creative canvas. We look forward to seeing how you can bring our worlds to life.