CGI Lighting Artist

Makemarks; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a talented 3D artist to join their remote team. This role involves producing high-quality artwork and troubleshooting 3D software tasks in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have a strong background in 3D applications, particularly Maya, and be adept at compositing with Adobe Photoshop. You will collaborate with a dedicated team, ensuring best practices are followed while enhancing your skills in a supportive atmosphere. If you are passionate about art and technology, this opportunity offers a chance to grow and contribute to exciting projects.

Benefits

Health Care Plans

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

FSA/HSA

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of production experience in VFX/film, games, or marketing.
• Thorough knowledge of Maya or similar 3D software.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality artwork in a fast-paced production environment.
• Troubleshoot & execute a broad range of 3D software tasks.

Skills

3D Software Troubleshooting

Lighting and Rendering

Maya

Compositing with Adobe Photoshop

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

2+ Years Production Experience

Tools

V-Ray

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

To be considered for this role, you will be expected to troubleshoot, light, render, and composite 3D software files at high resolutions from existing assets utilizing a variety of both 3D and 2D applications.

Candidates are required to include a website or portfolio that contains a demo reel showcasing their past work.

Job Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality artwork in a fast-paced and high-volume production environment.
• Internalize team "best practices"; assist in training new team members.
• Ability to troubleshoot & execute a broad range of 3D software tasks primarily on camera setup, lighting, & rendering. Experience with modeling, texture/shading, and UV layout is a plus.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of production experience in vfx/film, games, or marketing.
• Thorough knowledge of Maya (preferred), or similar 3D software. Experience with V-Ray is a plus.
• Skilled and experienced in compositing render layers in post utilizing Adobe Photoshop.
• Automotive and/or Consumer Packaging Goods (CPG) experience is a plus.
• Strong sense of composition, light, and color.
• Possess strong technical skills and ability to learn new software/techniques quickly.
• Ability to participate as a member of our team.
• Strong ability to multi-task, organize, and problem-solve while keeping a calm demeanor under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Detail-oriented and focused on continual process improvement; must have a strong desire to learn from other members of the team, and to share knowledge and discoveries.

Motivation/Interests

Excellent traditional art skills are a plus.

Additional Information

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Individual pay is influenced by work location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more during the hiring process.

This is a remote position in the US. We are open to candidates in various states, excluding AK, DC, DE, ME, NH, NM, OK, HI, MS, MT, NV, NE, ND, SD, VT, WY, WV.

The U.S. pay range for this position is $55,000 - $65,000 annually, with actual pay based on location, experience, and other factors. Benefits include health care plans, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA/HSA, disability, and 401(k).